Bubby Sadler facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Bubby Sadler |
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Shortstop | |||
Born: Delaware City, Delaware |
February 28, 1909|||
Died: November 10, 1987 Delaware City, Delaware |
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1934, for the Bacharach Giants | |||
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1944, for the Atlanta Black Crackers | |||
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William Andrew Sadler (born February 28, 1909 – died November 10, 1987) was a talented American baseball player. People often called him "Bubby". He played as a shortstop in the Negro leagues from 1934 to 1944.
Bubby Sadler's Baseball Journey
Bubby Sadler was born in Delaware City, Delaware. He went to Howard High School.
In 1934, he started playing professional baseball. He joined the Bacharach Giants in the Negro leagues. Bubby was a strong hitter and played shortstop. The next year, he played for the Brooklyn Eagles. He also played for teams like the Philadelphia Bacharach Giants, Washington Black Senators, and Atlanta Black Crackers.
Bubby Sadler passed away in Delaware City in 1987. He was 78 years old. In 1999, he was honored for his sports career. He was added to the Delaware Sports Museum and Hall of Fame.