Cliff Bell

Clifford W. Bell (July 2, 1896 – April 13, 1952) was an American pitcher in Negro league baseball. He played for the Kansas City Monarchs,[1] Memphis Red Sox, and Cleveland Cubs from 1921 to 1931.[2]

Cliff Bell
Pitcher
Born: (1896-07-02)July 2, 1896
Kildare, Texas
Died: April 13, 1952(1952-04-13) (aged 55)
Los Angeles, California
Batted: Right Threw: Right
debut
1921, for the Kansas City Monarchs
Last appearance
1931, for the Cleveland Cubs
Negro National League statistics
Win–loss record39-44
Run average4.83
Strikeouts286
Teams

Bell was described as a "quiet" man, who rarely spoke to his teammates.[3] His best pitch was reportedly the screwball, and he was normally used as a middle reliever.[3]

References

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