About Bill Barnes
Lived 1858 – 1945 (aged 87). Bill Barnes was an American baseball player.
William H. Barnes (April 13, 1858 – July 10, 1945) was a baseball player, playing as a center fielder in the 19th century. He played for the St. Paul Saints of the Union Association, a replacement team which began playing near the end of the 1884 season. He was a native of Indianapolis, Indiana.
In 8 games as the Saints' starting center fielder, Barnes batted .200 (6-for-30) with two runs scored. In the field, he recorded eight putouts, three errors, and participated in one double play.
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Who was Bill Barnes?
American baseball player
When was Bill Barnes born?
Bill Barnes was born on 13 April 1858 in Shakopee.
When did Bill Barnes die?
Bill Barnes died on 10 July 1945 in Saint Paul.
What was Bill Barnes's occupation?
Bill Barnes was a baseball player.
What nationality was Bill Barnes?
Bill Barnes was American.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Bill Barnes (outfielder)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Bill Barnes. https://biography.guide/bill-barnes/
MLA: "Bill Barnes." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/bill-barnes/.
Chicago: "Bill Barnes." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/bill-barnes/.
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