Harvey Roy facts for kids

Harvey Roy was an American baseball player who lived from 1867 to 1905. He played as an outfielder in the 1880s. Harvey was part of the Negro Leagues, which were special baseball leagues for African American players. These leagues were important during a time when Black athletes were not allowed to play in the major baseball leagues.

Meet Harvey Roy

Harvey Roy was born on October 1, 1867, in Washington, DC. He grew up with a love for baseball. He became known for his skills as an outfielder.

His Baseball Career

In 1887, Harvey Roy played for a team called the Pittsburgh Keystones. He was an outfielder, which means he played in the part of the field farthest from home plate. Outfielders need to be fast and have good catching skills. They help stop the ball from going past them. Harvey played his entire known career with the Keystones.

A Short Life

Sadly, Harvey Roy passed away at a young age. He died on October 24, 1905, in Wheeling, West Virginia. He was only 38 years old. Even though his time playing professional baseball was short, he was part of an important era in sports history.