Dell Clark facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Dell Clark |
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| Shortstop/Second baseman | |||
| Born: May 10, 1891 Topeka, Kansas |
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| Died: July 28, 1955 (aged 64) Topeka, Kansas |
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| 1921, for the St. Louis Giants | |||
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| 1921, for the Pittsburgh Keystones | |||
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Robert Wardell Clark (born May 10, 1891 – died July 28, 1955) was an American professional baseball player. He was an infielder who played in the Negro leagues.
Who Was Robert Wardell Clark?
Robert Wardell Clark was a talented baseball player. He was born in Topeka, Kansas, in 1891. He passed away in the same city in 1955.
Playing in the Negro Leagues
During Robert Clark's time, baseball was different. Black and white players were not allowed to play on the same teams. Because of this, Black players formed their own professional leagues. These were called the Negro leagues. These leagues were very important. They gave Black athletes a chance to play professional baseball. Many amazing players got their start in these leagues.
His Baseball Career
Robert Wardell Clark played as an infielder. This means he played positions like shortstop or second baseman. He played in the Negro leagues in 1921. During that year, he played for two different teams. He started with the St. Louis Giants. Later, he also played for the Pittsburgh Keystones.
