Jute Bell facts for kids

Julian "Jute" Bell (born May 30, 1900 – died December 7, 1991) was an American baseball player. He was a talented pitcher who played in the Negro leagues. These leagues were professional baseball leagues for African American players. Jute Bell played from 1923 to 1931.

Jute Bell's Baseball Journey

Jute Bell was born in Jellico, Tennessee. He grew up to become a professional baseball player. He was known for his pitching skills. He threw the ball with his right hand. He also batted right-handed.

Playing in the Negro Leagues

The Negro leagues were very important in baseball history. They gave Black players a chance to play professionally. This was at a time when they were not allowed to play in the major leagues. Jute Bell was one of the many talented athletes in these leagues. He played for several teams during his career.

His Teams and Years

Jute Bell started his professional career in 1923. His first team was the Birmingham Black Barons. He played with them again later in his career.

Here are the teams Jute Bell played for:

• Birmingham Black Barons: He played with this team in 1923, and then again from 1929 to 1930.
• Detroit Stars: In 1924, he was a player for the Detroit Stars.
• Memphis Red Sox: He played for the Memphis Red Sox from 1927 to 1928.
• Louisville White Sox: His final professional season was in 1931 with the Louisville White Sox.

Jute Bell's career in the Negro leagues lasted for nine years. He was an important part of baseball history. He helped pave the way for future generations of players.