Buddy Bell

Baseball player and manager with Rangers

Buddy Bell - Baseball player and manager with Rangers
Born

August 27th, 1951
73 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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Played in Major League Baseball primarily for the Cleveland Indians, Texas Rangers, and the Detroit Tigers. Transitioned to a managerial role after retirement from playing, leading teams such as the Kansas City Royals and the Detroit Tigers. His playing career included recognized defensive skills at third base. Received multiple All-Star selections during the time as a player, contributing significantly to the teams in various capacities.

Selected as an All-Star three times

Managed Kansas City Royals and Detroit Tigers

Played mainly for Cleveland Indians and Texas Rangers

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