Bobby Burke
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Robert James Burke (Lefty)
- Bats Left, Throws Left
- Height 6' 0", Weight 150 lb.
- Debut April 16, 1927
- Final Game May 4, 1937
- Born January 23, 1907 in Joliet, IL USA
- Died February 8, 1971 in Joliet, IL USA
[edit] Biographical Information
Left-hander Bobby Burke was acquired by the Washington Senators from the Little Rock Travelers of the Southern Association on October 26, 1926 in the Rule V Draft. The nineteen year old pitcher had built an 11-8 record with the Little Rock Club during the 1926 season.
Many pitchers have served in the major leagues without being able to turn in a no-hit game. Bobby Burke with the Washington Senators is one of the rare hurlers who did accomplish a no-hitter. On August 8, 1931 Burke turned the trick on the Boston Red Sox, shutting them down, 5-0.
Burke would spend ten seasons in the majors, 1927-37, and close out with a 38-46 record with a 4.28 ERA. He spent nine of his seasons with the Senators, closing out with the Philadelphia Phillies in 1937.
