Ken Wood

Kenneth Lanier Wood

• Bats Right, Throws Right
• Height 6' 0", Weight 200 lb.
• High School Central High School (Charlotte)
• Debut April 28, 1948
• Final Game May 23, 1953
• Born July 1, 1924 in Lincolnton, NC USA
• Died November 22, 2007 in Myrtle Beach, SC USA

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Biographical Information

Outfielder Ken Wood played parts of six seasons in the majors and saw his most playing time as the rightfielder for the 1950 St. Louis Browns.

Prior to reaching the majors, Wood served in the Coast Guard during World War II. After his playing days, he worked for the Prudential Insurance Company.

Related Sites

• Ken Wood at the SABR Bio Project