Bob Glenn
Born: 6/16/1894 in West Sunbury, PA, USA
Died: 6/3/1977 in Richmond, CA, USA
MLB Debut: 1920-07-27 | Final Game: 1920-08-17
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 155 lbs
Full name: Burdette Glenn
Biography
Bob Glenn, born in 1894, was a professional baseball player whose career spanned a brief period in the early 20th century. He played in Major League Baseball during the summer of 1920, a time marked by the transition from the deadball era to a more offensive-focused game. Glenn's time in the league was short-lived, as he appeared in only two games, where he unfortunately did not record a hit, home run, or an RBI, finishing with a batting average of 0.0.
Though Glenn's professional playing career did not yield statistical success, his presence in the major leagues during this transformative period in baseball history contributes to the rich tapestry of the sport's development. The year of his debut coincided with an era where the game was beginning to see changes in strategy and player dynamics, paving the way for future stars. Despite the limited impact on the field, Glenn remains part of the historical narrative of baseball, representing the many players who aspired to make their mark in the sport.
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1920 | SLN | P | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 2 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grove City College | Grove City | PA | 1913, 1914, 1915 |
| University of Michigan | Ann Arbor | MI | 1918, 1919 |