Tony Saunders

Anthony Scott Saunders

• Bats Left, Throws Left
• Height 6' 2", Weight 205 lb.
• High School Glen Burnie High School
• Debut April 5, 1997
• Final Game May 26, 1999
• Born April 29, 1974 in Baltimore, MD USA

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Biographical Information

Tony Saunders was drafted by the Tampa Bay Devil Rays with their first pick in the 1997 expansion draft, after playing in the 1997 World Series as a rookie with the Florida Marlins. In 1999 Saunders broke his arm while pitching against the Texas Rangers. While rehabbing the following year he once again broke his arm forcing him to retire.

In 2005 he attempted a comeback with the Baltimore Orioles and pitched in spring training. He was assigned to the AA Bowie BaySox but never appeared in a game.

Notable Achievement

• Won a World Series with the Florida Marlins in 1997

Related Sites

• Tony Saunders at the SABR Bio Project