Bob Saunders (baseball) facts for kids

Robert Lee Saunders (born January 6, 1902 – died February 12, 1983) was a professional baseball player. He was a pitcher, which means he threw the ball to the batter. Bob Saunders played in the Negro Leagues, which were special baseball leagues for African American players.

Who Was Bob Saunders?

Bob Saunders was born in Roslyn, Washington, in 1902. He lived for 81 years, passing away in Seattle, Washington, in 1983. He is remembered for his time as a pitcher in professional baseball.

Playing in the Negro Leagues

During Bob Saunders' time, baseball was different. African American players were not allowed to play in the major leagues with white players. Because of this, they created their own leagues, known as the Negro Leagues. These leagues had many talented players and exciting games. They were a very important part of baseball history.

His Teams: Monarchs and Stars

Bob Saunders played in the Negro Leagues in 1926. He was a pitcher for two different teams that year. First, he played for the Kansas City Monarchs. This team was one of the most famous and successful teams in the Negro Leagues. Later in 1926, he also played for the Detroit Stars.