Billy Bean

Baseball player and executive

Billy Bean - Baseball player and executive
Born

1964
61 years ago

Died

August 6th, 2024
0 years ago — 60 years old

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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Played Major League Baseball as an outfielder with the Detroit Tigers and the Los Angeles Dodgers. Transitioned to a front-office role, contributing to Oakland Athletics' innovative approach to team building and player analytics. Advocated for LGBTQ+ representation in sports after coming out publicly. Continued efforts in promoting inclusivity within the game.

Played for the Detroit Tigers

Played for the Los Angeles Dodgers

Contributed to Oakland Athletics' strategies

Advocated for LGBTQ+ representation in sports

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