Bill Watkins
Career Overview

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Bill Watkins, a prominent figure in the world of baseball, was known for his significant contributions as a manager and executive during the late 19th century. Born in Canada, Watkins began his career in baseball as a player but quickly transitioned into management, where he found his true calling. Watkins' managerial career began with the Detroit Wolverines of the National League

Bill Watkins, a prominent figure in the world of baseball, was known for his significant contributions as a manager and executive during the late 19th century. Born in Canada, Watkins began his career in baseball as a player but quickly transitioned into management, where he found his true calling. Watkins' managerial career began with the Detroit Wolverines of the National League

Career Coaching Record

NL 1885-1899

Win-Loss

385–327

Win %

.541

Championships

1

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Career Timeline

1884

Indianapolis Hoosiers (AA)

Manager

1884

Indianapolis Hoosiers (AA)

Player

1885-1888

Detroit Wolverines (NL)

Manager

1888-1889

Kansas City Cowboys (AA)

Manager

1893

St. Louis Browns (NL)

Manager

1894

Sioux City Cornhuskers (WL)

Manager

1895-1900

Indianapolis Indians (WL)

Manager

1898

Pittsburg Pirates (NL)

Team President

1898

Pittsburg Pirates (NL)

General Manager

1898-1899

Pittsburg Pirates (NL)

Manager

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