About Bill Yancey
Lived 1902 – 1971 (aged 69). Bill Yancey was an American baseball player.
William James Yancey (April 2, 1902 – April 13, 1971) was an American professional baseball shortstop in the Negro leagues. He played from 1927 to 1936. He also played for the New York Renaissance, an all-black professional basketball team. Yancey also served as a Major League scout for the New York Yankees and Philadelphia Phillies.
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Who was Bill Yancey?
Negro League Baseball player (1902-1971)
When was Bill Yancey born?
Bill Yancey was born on 2 April 1902 in Philadelphia.
When did Bill Yancey die?
Bill Yancey died on 13 April 1971 in Marlton, New Jersey.
What was Bill Yancey's occupation?
Bill Yancey was a baseball player.
What nationality was Bill Yancey?
Bill Yancey was American.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Bill Yancey. https://biography.guide/bill-yancey/
MLA: "Bill Yancey." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/bill-yancey/.
Chicago: "Bill Yancey." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/bill-yancey/.
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