Harry Buckner

Who is Harry Buckner?

Harry Edward "Green River" Buckner was an American baseball pitcher and outfielder in the Negro Leagues. He played from 1896 to 1918 with several teams. He had several nicknames, including "Buck," Green River," and even "Goat Head."

Buckner was playing with the Chicago Unions in 1896 at the age of 23. He moved on to the Chicago Columbia Giants for a couple seasons, then the Philadelphia Giants in 1903.

In 1904, Buckner joined the Cuban X-Giants, and found himself playing in Cuba during the winter seasons for about four seasons. He played for several teams in his 30s and 40s, including the Brooklyn Royal Giants, Lincoln Giants, and Paterson Smart Set.