Bill Sayles

William Nisbeth Sayles

• Bats Right, Throws Right
• Height 6' 2", Weight 175 lb.
• School University of Oregon
• High School Washington High School (Portland)
• Debut July 17, 1939
• Final Game August 28, 1943
• Born July 27, 1917 in Portland, OR USA
• Died November 20, 1996 in Lincoln City, OR USA

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Biographical Information

Pitcher Bill Sayles made his pro debut with the Little Rock Travelers in 1938. He served in the Army during World War II and afterwards was a minor league manager and longtime St. Louis Cardinals scout.

When Sayles broke into the majors in 1939 with the Boston Red Sox, he was the second youngest player on the team. The youngest was 20-year-old rookie Ted Williams.

Related Sites

• Bill Sayles at the SABR Bio Project