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Buzz Boyle

1908 – 1978

American baseball player

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About Buzz Boyle

Lived 1908 – 1978 (aged 70). Buzz Boyle was an American baseball player.

Ralph Francis "Buzz" Boyle (February 9, 1908 – November 12, 1978) was an American professional baseball player who played as an outfielder in Major League Baseball from 1929 through 1935. He played for the Boston Braves and Brooklyn Dodgers. In 1934, his most productive year in the majors, Boyle hit .305 for the Dodgers, led the major leagues with 20 outfield assists, and received National League MVP votes. Listed at , 170 lb., Boyle batted and threw left-handed. Born in Cincinnati, he attended Xavier University.

In 366 games over five seasons, Boyle posted a .290 batting average (389-for-1343) with 185 runs, 58 doubles, 24 triples, 12 home runs, 125 RBI, 24 stolen bases, 116 bases on balls.347 on-base percentage and .395 slugging percentage. He finished his career with a .970 fielding percentage playing at all three outfield positions.

Boyle also managed for the Muskegon Lassies of the All-American Girls Professional Baseball League in its 1946 season. Noted sports columnist Steve Rushin is his great-nephew.

Boyle died in 1978 at his hometown of Cincinnati at the age of 70.

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Elder High School, Xavier University

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Buzz Boyle?

American baseball player

When was Buzz Boyle born?

Buzz Boyle was born on 9 February 1908 in Cincinnati.

When did Buzz Boyle die?

Buzz Boyle died on 12 November 1978 in Cincinnati.

What was Buzz Boyle's occupation?

Buzz Boyle was a baseball player.

What nationality was Buzz Boyle?

Buzz Boyle was American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Buzz Boyle

· Wikidata: Q5003518

· DBpedia: Buzz Boyle

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