Beau Bell, baseball player, 1935-1941

Beau Bell

Born: 8/20/1907 in Bellville, TX, USA

Died: 9/14/1977 in Bryan, TX, USA

MLB Debut: 1935-04-16 | Final Game: 1941-09-01

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 185 lbs

Full name: Roy Chester Bell

Biography

Beau Bell was a talented position player in Major League Baseball, whose career spanned from 1935 to 1941. Born in 1907, Bell made a name for himself during a dynamic period in baseball that preceded the advent of World War II, showcasing his skills during a time when the game was beginning to see an influx of talent from new avenues. He played in a total of 767 games, where he compiled 806 hits, 46 home runs, and 437 RBIs, all while maintaining an impressive batting average of .297. Bell was known for his consistent offensive production and ability to drive in runs, making significant contributions to his teams throughout his career. In recognition of his abilities, Bell was selected as an All-Star once during his tenure, highlighting his status among his peers. While he may not have been a household name in the way some of his contemporaries were, his .297 batting average and 11 stolen bases illustrated a well-rounded skill set that combined power and speed. His career unfolded during a pivotal time in baseball history, bridging the gap between the deadball era and the more modern approach to the game that emerged in the post-war years. Bell's contributions to the sport remain a testament to the talent of players from that era.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
767 2718 378 806 165 32 46 437 11 272 239 0.297 0.362 0.432 0.794 4400.6

Season-by-Season Batting

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
1B 86 0 718 43 16 72
3B 5 0 2 4 1 0
OF 599 0 1152 56 30 17

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
First Base 86
Third Base 5
Left Field 67
Right Field 533

College History

School Name City State Years Attended
Texas A&M University College Station TX 1929, 1930, 1931

Award Voting History

Year Award League Finish Points Won Points Max Votes First
1937 Most Valuable Player AL 17th 5.0 80 0
1936 Most Valuable Player AL 13th 10.0 80 0