Bud Fowler
| Bud Fowler | |
|---|---|
| Pitcher / Infielder / Manager | |
| Born: March 16, 1858 Fort Plain, New York, U.S. | |
| Died: February 26, 1913 (aged 54) Frankfort, New York, U.S. | |
Batted: Right Threw: Right | |
| Negro leagues debut | |
| 1895, for the Page Fence Giants | |
| Last Negro leagues appearance | |
| 1898, for the Cuban Giants | |
| Stats at Baseball Reference | |
| 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.