Tomorrow (June 21, 2011) we will be making a major upgrade to the bullpen software. Please be warned that the bullpen may be down for multiple hours and that any changes made tomorrow may be lost.
We apologize for the inconvenience this may cause.
Bob Keating
From BR Bullpen
Robert Edward Keating
- Bats Left, Throws Left
- Height 6' 4", Weight 190 lb.
- Debut August 27, 1887
- Final Game August 27, 1887
- Born September 22, 1862 in Springfield, MA USA
- Died January 19, 1922 in Springfield, MA USA
Biographical Information
Keating invented the rubber home plate, which is still used today. Previously, the plate was made of stone, iron, or wood, all of which caused injuries.
