• Buddy Bell is a former Major League Baseball all-star and manager. After 18 years as a player, Bell went on to manage the Tigers, Rockies and Royals. On August 1, 2007, Bell announced his resignation as the manager of the Royals after stating his desire to spend more time with his family.ESPN: Royals manager Bell to resign at end of season (August 2, 2007)

  • Fast FactsMLB: [http://kansascity.royals.mlb.com/team/coach_staff_bio.jsp?c_id=kc&coachorstaffid=110815 Buddy Bell]

    1. Born: August 27, 1951 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
    2. Birth name: David Gus Bell
    3. Residence: Chandler, Arizona
    4. Has 5 children
    5. His Gus Bell, father and 2 sons also played Major League Baseball
    6. Was a 5-time All Star as a player
    7. Became only 2nd manager of the Kansas City Royals to win first 4 games
    8. Elected to the Texas Baseball Hall of Fame in 1988
    9. Retired as a player in 1989

  • Playing Career

    Bell was a 16th round draft pick of the Cleveland Indians in 1969. After making his MLB debut in 1972, Bell played 18 seasons with the Indians, Rangers, Reds and Astros. For his career, Bell hit .279 Batting Average, with 201 Home Run and 1106 Runs Batted In.Baseball-Reference: Buddy Bell