About Ray Powell
Lived 1888 – 1962 (aged 73). Ray Powell was an American baseball player.
Raymond Reath Powell (November 20, 1888 – October 16, 1962) was an American professional baseball player who played outfield in the Major Leagues from -. Powell played for the Detroit Tigers and Boston Braves.
In 875 games over 9 seasons, Powell posted a .268 batting average (890-for-3324) with 467 runs, 117 doubles, 67 triples, 35 home runs, 276 RBI, 51 stolen bases, 321 bases on balls.336 on-base percentage and .375 slugging percentage. He finished his career with a .959 fielding percentage playing at all three outfield positions.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Ray Powell?
American baseball player (1888-1962)
When was Ray Powell born?
Ray Powell was born on 20 November 1888 in Siloam Springs.
When did Ray Powell die?
Ray Powell died on 16 October 1962 in Chillicothe.
What was Ray Powell's occupation?
Ray Powell was a baseball player.
What nationality was Ray Powell?
Ray Powell was American.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Ray Powell (baseball)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Ray Powell. https://biography.guide/ray-powell-baseball-player/
MLA: "Ray Powell." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/ray-powell-baseball-player/.
Chicago: "Ray Powell." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/ray-powell-baseball-player/.
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