Bud Fowler
American Hall of Fame baseball player (1858–1913) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Bud Fowler (March 16, 1858 – February 26, 1913), born "John W. Jackson", was an American baseball player, manager, and club organizer. He is the earliest known African-American player in organized professional baseball. He was elected to the Baseball Hall of Fame in 2022.
For the Canadian football player, see Bud Fowler (Canadian football).
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Bud Fowler | |
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Pitcher / Infielder / Manager | |
Born: (1858-03-16)March 16, 1858 Fort Plain, New York, U.S. | |
Died: February 26, 1913(1913-02-26) (aged 54) Frankfort, New York, U.S. | |
Batted: Right Threw: Right | |
Negro leagues debut | |
1895, for the Page Fence Giants | |
Last appearance | |
1898, for the Cuban Giants | |
Member of the National | |
Baseball Hall of Fame | |
Induction | 2022 |
Vote | 75% |
Election method | Early Baseball Era Committee |
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