John Louis Johnson (born John Louis Mercer; November 18, 1869 – January 28, 1941) was an American left-handed pitcher who played briefly for the

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during the season. Johnson was born in Pekin, Illinois. In his major league career, Johnson posted a 1–1 record with a 6.06 ERA in four appearances, including three starts and two

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s, giving up 22 earned runs on 44 hits and 15 walks while striking out 10 in innings of work. Johnson died in

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at the age of 71.

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