Phil Piton
Phil Piton | |
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| Born | January 14, 1903 Columbus, Ohio, U.S. |
| Died | January 23, 1983 (aged 80) Columbus, Ohio, U.S. |
| Nationality | American |
| Occupation | Minor League Baseball president |
| Years active | 1964–1971 |
Phillip P. Piton (January 14, 1903 – January 23, 1983) was an American baseball executive whose most significant role was as president of the
National Association of Professional Baseball Leagues from 1964 through 1971. He was born in Columbus, Ohio.[1][2]
Early life
Piton was a valuable collaborator to
National Association of Professional Baseball Leagues president in 1947.[2]
Following his retirement in 1971, Piton turned over 20 leagues and 155 clubs to his successor Hank Peters and, while attendance still was not improving, the downward slide had ended and the upward progression began its call.[2]
Piton died in 1983 in Columbus, Ohio, just nine days after his 80th birthday.
References
- ^ Philip Piton (1903–1983). Ancient Faces. Retrieved on December 4, 2015.
- ^ a b c "Minor League Baseball Presidents". MiLB.com. Retrieved on December 4, 2015.
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