Bud Selig is a legendary figure in the world of baseball. He was born in Milwaukee, Wisconsin in 1934 and has been a lifelong fan of the Milwaukee Brewers. Selig began his career in baseball in 1970 when he purchased the Seattle Pilots and moved them to Milwaukee, renaming them the Brewers.

Selig served as the Brewers' president and CEO for the next 25 years, leading the team to a World Series appearance in 1982. He was also instrumental in the formation of the American League's Central Division in 1994, which allowed the Brewers to move from the American League East to the Central Division.

In 1992, Selig was appointed the Chairman of Major League Baseball's Executive Council, a position he held until 1998. During his tenure, he was responsible for negotiating the first collective bargaining agreement between the owners and players, as well as the introduction of the wild card system. He also played a major role in the expansion of the league, which saw the addition of the Colorado Rockies and the Florida Marlins in 1993.

Selig was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 2017, becoming the first living former owner to receive the honor. He is remembered for his tireless dedication to the game of baseball, and for his commitment to making the sport more accessible to fans. His legacy will live on for generations to come.

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