Mike Veeck | |
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Born | Tucson, Arizona, U.S. | March 5, 1951
Alma mater | Loyola University Maryland |
Occupation(s) | Baseball owner and executive |
Known for | Promoter of Disco Demolition Night |
Spouse | Libby Matthews |
Children | 2 |
Parents |
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Relatives | William Veeck Sr. (grandfather) |
Michael Veeck (/ˈvɛk/ VEK; born March 5, 1951) is an American professional baseball executive and team owner. Veeck has worked as an executive in Major League Baseball and has owned a number of Minor League Baseball teams. Veeck is best known as the architect of Disco Demolition Night.[1] He is the son of Bill Veeck, Hall of Fame baseball owner.