Bob Kraemer

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Bob Kraemer
Date of birth (1950-05-31) May 31, 1950 (age 73)
Career information
Status Retired
CFL status National
Position(s) WR
University Manitoba
Career history
As player
19711974 Winnipeg Blue Bombers
Career highlights and awards
Awards 1971 - Dr. Beattie Martin Trophy

Bob Kraemer (born May 31, 1950) is a former award winning receiver who played in the Canadian Football League from 1971 to 1974.[1]

Originally a receiver, Kraemer became quarterback of the University of Manitoba and was a member of the Bison's 1969 and 70 national championship teams, being named MVP in the 69 championship game.[2] Kraemer joined the Winnipeg Blue Bombers in 1971 as a receiver and, with 39 receptions for 468 yards, was winner of the Dr. Beattie Martin Trophy for Canadian rookie of the year in the west.[3] His best year was 1973, with 47 catches for 635 yards. He finished his career with 109 receptions for 1375 yards and 5 TDs, and as a (rare Canadian) quarterback, he completed 2 of 6 passes for 43 yards, both for touchdowns.[4]

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