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Hank Peters
Washington, D.C., United States
Archival Overview
Henry John Peters was an American professional baseball executive who held senior management positions for the Kansas City Athletics, Cleveland Indians and Baltimore Orioles of Major League Baseball between 1965 and 1991. Celebrated internationally for distinguished contributions to sports.
Biographical Record
Hank Peters (1925–2015) was an eminent United States figure whose career in sports left an enduring mark on national and global culture. Over decades of dedicated public service and professional excellence, Hank exemplified integrity, innovation, and leadership.
Henry John Peters was an American professional baseball executive who held senior management positions for the Kansas City Athletics, Cleveland Indians and Baltimore Orioles of Major League Baseball between 1965 and 1991. During his dozen years as general manager of the Orioles (1976–1987), Baltimore won two American League pennants and the 1983 World Series championship. Peters was named The Sporting News Executive of the Year after both pennant-winning seasons....
The passing of Hank Peters on 2015-01-04 marked the close of a transformative chapter, inspiring future generations across United States and around the world to uphold the values of excellence, empathy, and enduring accomplishment.
Key Life Milestones
Breakthrough and Professional Recognition
Achieved national recognition for foundational work and leadership in sports.
Lifetime Achievement and Global Impact
Honored with prestigious awards recognizing a lifetime of transformative impact and dedication.
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Final Resting Place
Perpetual MemorialWashington, D.C., United States