After the Boston Crimson Sox lost the Globe Series in 1986, Buckner became the concentrate of intense detrimental publicity, and floated from group to team for another few years, eventually time for the Crimson Sox. Born in Vallejo, California, Costs Buckner performed baseball and football during senior high school and was drafted by the LA Dodger immediately after graduating. He performed for two periods with the Dodgers minimal league period, the Ogden Dodgers, before playing his first video game in the Majors against SAN FRANCISCO BAY AREA. He started the 1970 period in the Majors, but was repaid to the Small Leagues for portion of the calendar year. In 1971, he began the growing season with the LA Dodgers and performed for them until 1976. He retired in 1990. He proved himself to end up being a fantastic ballplayer during his years with Cubs, emerging as a standout on the beleaguered group. He was exchanged to the Boston Crimson Sox in 1984, and his are initial basemen for the group propelled them in to the best ranks of the activity.Bill Buckner net value: Bill Buckner can be an American former MLB first baseman who all includes a net worth of $8 million dollars. He started playing for the Chicago Cubs in 1977, and played for the group until 1984.
Known for movies
The Comebacks (2007) as Himself
Catching Hell (2011) as Himself
Whose Curse Is Worse?: Red Sox and Cubs on Trial (2004) as Himself
The 100 Most Memorable TV Moments (2004) as Himself
Quick Facts
Full Name
Bill Buckner
Net Worth
$8 Million
Date Of Birth
December 14, 1949
Weight
84 kg
Profession
Baseball player, Businessperson
Education
University of Southern California, Napa High School
Nationality
American
Spouse
Jody Buckner
Children
Brittany Buckner, Christen Buckner, Bobby Buckner
Siblings
Robert Buckner, Jim Buckner
Interesting Facts
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Fact
1
Perhaps best remembered for the infamous play in the 1986 World Series, where a ground ball hit to him went through his legs, therefore extending the series to a 7th game which the Mets ending up winning. The ground ball was hit by Mookie Wilson.
2
Played for the National League's Los Angeles Dodgers (1969[1 game] -1976) and Chicago Cubs (1977-1984[part]); and the American League's Boston Red Sox (1984[part]-1987[part] & 1990), California Angels (1987[part]- 1988 [part]), and Oakland Athletics (1988[part]-1989).
3
Made major league debut on 21 September 1969.
4
Led the National League in batting average in 1980 (.324).
5
Led the National League in doubles, 1981 (35) and 1983 (38).
Filmography
Actor
Title
Year
Status
Character
Curb Your Enthusiasm
2011
TV Series
Bill Buckner
Self
Title
Year
Status
Character
Catching Hell
2011
Documentary
Himself
The Comebacks
2007
Himself
ESPN 25: Who's #1?
2005-2006
TV Series documentary
Himself
The 100 Most Memorable TV Moments
2004
TV Mini-Series documentary
Himself
Whose Curse Is Worse?: Red Sox and Cubs on Trial
2004
TV Movie documentary
Himself
Inside Schwartz
2001
TV Series
Himself
The Top 5 Reasons You Can't Blame...
1999
TV Series
Himself
1986 World Series
1986
TV Mini-Series
Himself - Boston Red Sox First Baseman
1986 American League Championship Series
1986
TV Mini-Series
Himself - Boston Red Sox First Baseman
1981 MLB All-Star Game
1981
TV Special
Himself - NL First Baseman
1974 World Series
1974
TV Mini-Series
Himself - Los Angeles Dodgers Left Fielder
1974 National League Championship Series
1974
TV Series
Himself - Los Angeles Dodgers Left Fielder
Archive Footage
Title
Year
Status
Character
Knuckleball!
2012
Documentary
Himself - Boston Red Sox First Baseman (uncredited)