Background
Baird was born in Chicago. He learned the game at the age of 14 from his father.
Baird was born in Chicago. He learned the game at the age of 14 from his father.
He turned pro in 1959 after working in the Texas oil fields for a few years after high school. Also in 1976, came his best finish in a major championship — a T-4 at the United States. Open. Baird now lives in Scottsdale, Arizona as do many other professional golfers.
Professional Golf Association Tour wins (2) Other wins (10) 1965 Professional Golf Association National Four-ball Championship (with Gay Brewer) Senior Professional Golf Association Tour wins (2) Other senior wins (1).