Bob Short
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Bob Short was a prominent figure in the world of baseball, known not for his prowess on the field, but for his significant contributions as an owner and executive. He was the owner of two Major League Baseball (MLB) teams, the Washington Senators and the Texas Rangers, and played a crucial role in the relocation and rebranding of these franchises. Short's

Bob Short was a prominent figure in the world of baseball, known not for his prowess on the field, but for his significant contributions as an owner and executive. He was the owner of two Major League Baseball (MLB) teams, the Washington Senators and the Texas Rangers, and played a crucial role in the relocation and rebranding of these franchises. Short's

Career Timeline

1958-1965

Minneapolis Lakers (NBA)

Team Owner

1960

Minneapolis Lakers (NBA)

General Manager

1968-1973

Washington Senators (MLB)

Team Owner

1969-1971

Washington Senators (MLB)

General Manager

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