Buck O'Neil date of birth:
November 13, 1911
How old was Buck O'Neil when died?
94
Where was Buck O'Neil born?
Carrabelle, Florida, United States
When did Buck O'Neil die?
October 6, 2006
How tall is Buck O'Neil?
6' 2" (188 cm)
What is Buck O'Neil nationality?
American
Short Biography
John Jordan "Buck" O'Neil (November 13, 1911 – October 6, 2006) was a first baseman and manager in the Negro American League, mostly with the Kansas City Monarchs. After his playing days, he worked as a scout, and became the first African American coach in Major League Baseball. In his later years he became a popular and renowned speaker and interview subject, helping to renew widespread interest in the Negro leagues, and played a major role in establishing the Negro Leagues Baseball Museum in Kansas City, Missouri.