Bill Kuehne

William J. Kuehne
born William J. Knelme

• Bats Right, Throws Right
• Height 5' 8", Weight 185 lb.

• Debut May 1, 1883
• Final Game September 29, 1892
• Born October 24, 1858 in Leipzig, Germany
• Died October 27, 1921 in Sulphur Springs, OH USA

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Biographical Information

"Kuehne was a Sandow in strength." - Al Maul

Bill Kuehne holds the record for the most at-bats by a major leaguer born in Germany. He had a 10-year career, moving easily between the American Association, the National League, and the Players League. He mostly played third base. A good triples hitter, he was second in the league in triples three times.

Related Sites

• Bill Kuehne at the SABR Bio Project