Did Michael Jordan Own a Baseball Team?
Yes, Michael Jordan did own a baseball team called the Birmingham Barons from 1994 to 1996. The Barons were a minor league affiliate of the Chicago White Sox and played in the Southern League. Jordan purchased the team as part of his investment in sports teams after retiring from basketball.
During his ownership, the Barons won the Southern League championship in 1995. Jordan sold the team in 1996 to focus on his involvement with the Chicago Bulls, which he had purchased in 1989.
Related Questions and Answers
- What position did Michael Jordan play in baseball? As a second baseman.
- How many games did Jordan play for the Barons? 127.
- Did Jordan ever play in the major leagues? No.
- What was Jordan's batting average with the Barons? .202.
- Why did Jordan decide to leave baseball? To concentrate on his career with the Bulls.
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