Rube Melton
From BR Bullpen
Reuben Franklin Melton
- Bats Right, Throws Right
- Height 6' 5", Weight 205 lb.
- School Campbell University
- Debut April 17, 1941
- Final Game June 3, 1947
- Born February 27, 1917 in Cramerton, NC USA
- Died September 11, 1971 in Greer, SC USA
[edit] Biographical Information
Melton was assigned to the Columbus Red Birds in 1938, but didn't report and was suspended for the season, and was then suspended for 1939 also. He went 10-10 for Columbus in 1940.
Melton entered the Army in January 1945 and was discharged in May 1946.
