Tom Yawkey was an American businessman and baseball executive who is best known for his long tenure as the principal owner of the Boston Red Sox. He was born in Detroit, Michigan in 1903 and inherited a fortune from his father, William Yawkey, who had made his money in lumber and mining. Yawkey was a passionate baseball fan and purchased the Red Sox in 1933.

Yawkey was a hands-on owner who was heavily involved in the day-to-day operations of the team. He was known for his loyalty to his players and his willingness to spend money to improve the team. Yawkey was also a pioneer in the integration of Major League Baseball, signing the first African-American player, Pumpsie Green, in 1959.

Yawkey was also a philanthropist who donated millions of dollars to charities and medical research. He was a major donor to the Jimmy Fund, a charity that supports cancer research and treatment for children.

Yawkey was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1980 and his name is still associated with the Red Sox. The team's home stadium, Fenway Park, is named the "Tom Yawkey Baseball Center" in his honor. He is remembered as a passionate baseball fan and a generous philanthropist.

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