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William Louis Veeck Jr. (/ ˈ v ɛ k / VECK; February 9, 1914 – January 2, 1986), also known as "Sport Shirt Bill" and "Wild Bill", was an American Major League Baseball franchise owner and promoter. Veeck was at various times the owner of the Cleveland Indians, the St. Louis Browns, and the Chicago White Sox.
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Learn about Bill Veeck, the legendary owner who brought creativity and diversity to baseball. From signing the first African-American player in the AL to hiring a little person to bat, Veeck made his mark on the game.
12. Apr. 2024 · Bill Veeck (born February 9, 1914, Hinsdale, Illinois, U.S.—died January 2, 1986, Chicago, Illinois) was an American professional baseball club executive and owner, who introduced many innovations in promotion. Veeck grew up with baseball management.
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8. Jan. 2012 · A biography of Bill Veeck, the colorful and innovative owner of the Chicago White Sox, Milwaukee Brewers, and St. Louis Browns. Learn about his life, career, and legacy in baseball and beyond.
27. Sept. 2023 · It’s the story of how the formation of the then-independent Saints in 1993 revived Mike, the son of Hall of Fame owner Bill Veeck, at a time when no affiliated baseball organization would touch him because of his role in the creation of Disco Demolition Night.
Bill Veeck was a baseball executive who owned the Indians, Browns and White Sox for six decades. He used unconventional promotions to bring fans to the ballpark and ensure their entertainment. He also ensured that African-American players like Doby and Paige had a chance to play in the big leagues. He passed away in 1986.
14. Apr. 2024 · William "Bill" Louis Veeck, Jr. (February 9, 1914 - January 2, 1986), also known as "Sport Shirt Bill", was a native of Chicago, IL, and franchise owner and promoter in Major League Baseball. He was best known for his flamboyant publicity stunts, and the innovations he brought to the league during his ownership of the Cleveland ...
