About Bill Heath
Born 1939. Bill Heath is an American baseball player.
Biography Heath graduated from Thomas Downey High School in Modesto, CA. He batted left-handed, threw right-handed, stood tall and weighed . During his eleven-year career (1960–1970) as a professional, he never played a full season in the Majors, but he was a solid hitter at the minor league level, batting .285 in 760 games.
As a Major Leaguer, Heath appeared in 112 games as a reserve catcher and pinch hitter; his 47 hits included six doubles and one triple.
Heath's wife and daughter were murdered during a home invasion in 1975. His daughter, Courtney (named for catcher Clint Courtney) was kidnapped during the invasion and was the subject of a highly publicized search.
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Who is Bill Heath?
American baseball player
When was Bill Heath born?
Bill Heath was born on 10 March 1939 in Yuba City.
What is Bill Heath's occupation?
Bill Heath is a baseball player.
What nationality is Bill Heath?
Bill Heath is American.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Bill Heath (baseball)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Bill Heath. https://biography.guide/bill-heath/
MLA: "Bill Heath." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/bill-heath/.
Chicago: "Bill Heath." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/bill-heath/.
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