Bud Fowler | |
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Pitcher / Infielder / Manager | |
Born: Fort Plain, New York, U.S. | March 16, 1858|
Died: February 26, 1913 Frankfort, New York, U.S. | (aged 54)|
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 |
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.