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Branch Rickey was an American professional baseball executive. He was best known for breaking Major League Baseball's color barrier by signing African American player Jackie Robinson to the Brooklyn Dodgers in 1947. He was also the first president and general manager of the former Brooklyn and Los Angeles Dodgers franchise, and the first president of the former Major League Baseball expansion team, the Montreal Expos. Rickey was born in Flat, Ohio, on December 20, 1881. He attended Ohio Wesleyan University, where he played baseball and football. After graduating in 1904, he began his professional baseball career as a catcher in the minor leagues. He eventually became a manager and then a general manager in the minor leagues. In 1916, Rickey was hired by the St. Louis Cardinals as a general manager. He was responsible for signing several future Hall of Famers, including Rogers Hornsby and Dizzy Dean. He also signed African American players, including Hall of Famer Cool Papa Bell. In 1942, Rickey was hired by the Brooklyn Dodgers as president and general manager. He was responsible for signing Jackie Robinson, who became the first African American to play in the major leagues. Rickey also signed several other African American players, including Roy Campanella and Don Newcombe. Rickey was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1967. He died on December 9, 1965, in Cincinnati, Ohio. Branch Rickey's net worth is estimated to be around $10 million. He earned his wealth through his successful career in baseball.
| Popular As | Wesley Branch Rickey |
| Occupation | actor |
| Age | 84 years old |
| Zodiac Sign | Sagittarius |
| Born | 20 December 1881 |
| Birthday | 20 December |
| Birthplace | Flat, Ohio, USA |
| Date of death | 9 December, 1965 |
| Died Place | Columbia, Missouri, USA |
| Nationality | United States |
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Branch Rickey Height, Weight & Measurements
At 84 years old, Branch Rickey height is 5' 9" (1.75 m) .
| Physical Status | |
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| Height | 5' 9" (1.75 m) |
| Weight | Not Available |
| Body Measurements | Not Available |
| Eye Color | Not Available |
| Hair Color | Not Available |
Who Is Branch Rickey's Wife?
His wife is Jane Moulton (1 June 1906 - 9 December 1965) ( his death) ( 2 children)
| Family | |
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| Parents | Not Available |
| Wife | Jane Moulton (1 June 1906 - 9 December 1965) ( his death) ( 2 children) |
| Sibling | Not Available |
| Children | Not Available |
Branch Rickey Net Worth
His net worth has been growing significantly in 2022-2023. So, how much is Branch Rickey worth at the age of 84 years old? Branch Rickey’s income source is mostly from being a successful Actor. He is from United States. We have estimated Branch Rickey's net worth , money, salary, income, and assets.
| Net Worth in 2023 | $1 Million - $5 Million |
| Salary in 2023 | Under Review |
| Net Worth in 2022 | Pending |
| Salary in 2022 | Under Review |
| House | Not Available |
| Cars | Not Available |
| Source of Income | Actor |
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