Ray Boone
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Raymond Otis Boone (Ike)
- Bats Right, Throws Right
- Height 6' 1", Weight 188 lb.
- Debut September 3, 1948
- Final Game August 11, 1960
- Born July 27, 1923 in San Diego, CA USA
- Died October 17, 2004 in San Diego, CA USA
[edit] Biographical Information
The father of Bob Boone (and minor leaguer Rod Boone), grandfather of Bret Boone and Aaron Boone (and minor leaguer Matt Boone), Ray Boone is the patriarch of the only family that has three generations who made an All-Star Game, played in the World Series, and hit 100 career home runs.
Ray started as a catcher in the minors, then at shortstop for the Indians. Trying to replace Lou Boudreau at SS was difficult, and he was traded to the Tigers where he had several very productive seasons at third base, including leading the league in RBIs one year. Later did some first base play and wound up playing later with the White Sox and Braves. Considered one of the most handsome men in the majors during his career.
Boone missed the 1943-1945 seasons due to military service.
After his playing career, Boone was a longtime scout for the Boston Red Sox, signing Curt Schilling among others.
[edit] Notable Achievements
- 2-time AL All-Star (1954 & 1956)
- AL RBI Leader (1955)
- 20-Home Run Seasons: 4 (1953-1956)
- 100 RBI Seasons: 2 (1953 & 1955)
- Won a World Series with the Cleveland Indians in 1948
