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Charles Johnson | Catcher

Team: Tampa Bay Rays
Age / DOB:  (41) / 7/20/1971
Ht / Wt:  6'3' / 225
Bats / Throws: Right / Right
College: Miami (FL)
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Devil Rays released catcher Charles Johnson.
Johnson remains a better bet than a few backups, but he might have as much trouble finding work as Benito Santiago has. He hit .196/.327/.283 in 46 AB for the Rays. Kevin Cash will take over as Toby Hall's backup. Mon, Jun 13, 2005 04:42:00 PM

  • Mon, Jun 13, 2005 04:42:00 PM

  • Thu, Apr 28, 2005 03:37:00 PM

  • Thu, Apr 28, 2005 09:03:00 AM

  • Tue, Apr 26, 2005 09:29:00 AM

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Charles Johnson - C - Rays

Charles Johnson returned to action today and went 0-for-3 before being removed for a pinch-hitter.

Johnson missed three games with a sore rigth shoulder.
Thu, Apr 28, 2005 03:37:00 PM
Charles Johnson - C - Rays

Charles Johnson (shoulder) is expected to start at catcher today for the Devil Rays.

Johnson's sore right shoulder has shown some major improvement over the last couple days.
Source: St Petersburg Times
Thu, Apr 28, 2005 09:03:00 AM
Charles Johnson - C - Rays

The MRI on Charles Johnson's shoulder revealed no damage.

He is considered day-to-day and traveled with the Devil Rays to Toronto.
Source: Tampa Tribune
Tue, Apr 26, 2005 09:29:00 AM
Charles Johnson - C - Rays

Charles Johnson left today's game in the third inning because of soreness in his right shoulder.

Toby Hall took over. Johnson is probably day-to-day.
Sun, Apr 24, 2005 06:13:00 PM
Charles Johnson - C - Rays

Charles Johnson went 2-for-4 with an RBI and a double tonight against the Orioles.

Since the Rays exploded for 12 runs tonight, we wouldn't be surprised to see Johnson back in their tomorrow. He still shouldn't become the Rays' starting catcher at any point this season.
Thu, Apr 14, 2005 10:32:00 PM
Charles Johnson - C - Rays

Charles Johnson is expected to start at catcher today.

Toby Hall will get the day off. ``We've got to get him in the lineup,'' manager Lou Piniella said. ``He hasn't played in a while, and we can't wait much longer. Let's hope he swings the bat a little bit for us. We could use it.''
Source: Tampa Tribune
Thu, Apr 14, 2005 09:30:00 AM
Charles Johnson - C - Rays

Charles Johnson returned to the Devil Rays yesterday, but declined to explain the reason for his personal leave.

''Everything is great,'' Johnson said. ''I hated to leave. Now I'm here. I'm glad to be back here and try to help the team win games. I'm very confident I'll be here. I want to be here and I expect to be here.''
Source: St Petersburg Times
Wed, Apr 13, 2005 08:38:00 AM
Charles Johnson - C - Rays

Devil Rays activated catcher Charles Johnson from the restricted list.

Johnson figures to get his first start of the season later this week.
Tue, Apr 12, 2005 08:27:00 PM
Charles Johnson - C - Rays

The Devil Rays expect Charles Johnson to return to the team today.

Johnson asked for and was granted a leave of absence from the team last Wednesday for undisclosed reasons. Tim Laker will likely be sent down to make room for Johnson on the roster.
Source: Tampa Tribune
Tue, Apr 12, 2005 10:02:00 AM
Charles Johnson - C - Rays

Although they placed him on the restricted list today, the Rays are optimistic Charles Johnson will return next week.

Manager Lou Piniella said Johnson might return as soon as Tampa Bay's next series, which begins Tuesday. ''It looks like this will not be a long, drawn-out situation,'' GM Chuck LaMar said. ''I think in the next several days, he will get things resolved and be back with the club. ... He indicated he will be back here shortly, in the next few days.''
Fri, Apr 8, 2005 07:53:00 PM
Charles Johnson - C - Rays

Devil Rays placed catcher Charles Johnson on the restricted list.

The Rays don't yet know when Johnson will rejoin the team. He's in Miami handling a personal matter.
Fri, Apr 8, 2005 02:47:00 PM
Charles Johnson - C - Rays

Charles Johnson, who was expected to make his first start today, requested and was granted a leave of absence from the Devil Rays to handle a personal matter.

LaMar declined to discuss specifics of Johnson's request, but did say it was not a bereavement situation and that Johnson had not given any indications that he's considering retirement. If Johnson doesn't return after Thursday's off day, he'll be replaced on the restricted list. With Kevin Cash on the DL, the Rays would call up Pete LaForest to act as Toby Hall's backup.
Source: The Associated Press
Wed, Apr 6, 2005 04:27:00 PM
Charles Johnson - C - Rays

Devil Rays signed catcher Charles Johnson to a one-year contract.

Johnson will serve as Toby Hall's backup and could steal more playing time away from Hall than Kevin Cash would have. He may not hit .240, but he should show enough power to be a solid $1 catcher.
Mon, Apr 4, 2005 04:33:00 PM
Charles Johnson - C - Rays

Red Sox acquired C Charles Johnson, LHP Chris Narveson and cash considerations from the Rockies for RHP Byung-Hyun Kim; designated Johnson for assignment.

Johnson is set to make more than Kim this season, so the included cash will even things up. The Red Sox immediately let Johnson go, and once he clears waivers, he'll be free to make his way to whatever team he wishes. Tampa Bay is the probable destination.
Wed, Mar 30, 2005 08:50:00 PM

Depth Charts

Batters
PosRoleName
C1Jose Molina
2Jose Lobaton
1B1James Loney
2B1Kelly Johnson
2Sean Rodriguez
SS1Yunel Escobar
3B1Evan Longoria
LF1Matt Joyce
2Sam Fuld
CF1Desmond Jennings
RF1Ben Zobrist
2Wil Myers
DH1Luke Scott
Starting Pitcher
PosRoleName
S1David Price
2Jeremy Hellickson
3Matt Moore
4Alex Cobb
5Roberto Hernandez
6Chris Archer
7Jake Odorizzi
Relief Pitcher
PosRoleName
R1Fernando Rodney
2Joel Peralta
3Kyle Farnsworth
4Jake McGee
5Cesar Ramos
6Jamey Wright
7Brandon Gomes
8Alex Torres
9Josh Lueke
10Juan Carlos Oviedo
11Jeff Niemann