Catcher, Outfielder Right-handed; Milwaukee Braves 1957-1963; New York Mets 1964-1967; California Angels 1967; Kansas City Athletics 1969-70 An all-around athlete, Hawk Taylor played 11 years in the major leagues. Primarily used as a catcher and outfielder, he also played as a first baseman. The 6-ft, 1-inch, 185-pounder joined the Milwaukee Braves in 1957. He played a total of 11 games in his first two big league seasons. After being used as a utility by the Braves at C/OF, he was dealt to the New York Mets in’64 and batted .240 with 8 doubles, 4 homers, 23 RBIs in 235 at bats spanning 92 games. Bob Taylor batted a career-best .281 in 1967 in 36 games. Taylor finished his big-league career with the Kansas City A’s – 1969-1970. Robert Taylor played in 394 Games… Born: Metropolis, Illinois on 4/3/1939 |