About Jelly Gardner
Lived 1895 – 1977 (aged 81). Jelly Gardner was an American baseball player.
Floyd "Jelly Roll" Gardner (September 27, 1895 - March 28, 1977) was an American professional baseball player in the Negro leagues. He played infield and outfield from 1919 to 1933, primarily for the Chicago American Giants.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Jelly Gardner?
American baseball player (1895–1977)
When was Jelly Gardner born?
Jelly Gardner was born on 27 September 1895 in Russellville.
When did Jelly Gardner die?
Jelly Gardner died on 28 March 1977 in Chicago.
What was Jelly Gardner's occupation?
Jelly Gardner was a baseball player.
What nationality was Jelly Gardner?
Jelly Gardner was American.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Jelly Gardner. https://biography.guide/jelly-gardner/
MLA: "Jelly Gardner." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/jelly-gardner/.
Chicago: "Jelly Gardner." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/jelly-gardner/.
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