Zip Zabel
From BR Bullpen
George Washington Zabel
- Bats Right, Throws Right
- Weight 185 lb.
- School Baker University
- Debut October 5, 1913
- Final Game September 29, 1915
- Born February 18, 1891 in Wetmore, KS USA
- Died May 31, 1970 in Beloit, WI USA
[edit] Biographical Information
On June 17, 1915, Zabel set the record for most innings pitched in relief in one game. He came in relief for Bert Humphries with two out in the first inning, and pitched the final 18 1/3 innings to earn the win over the Brooklyn Dodgers and opposing pitcher Jeff Pfeffer, who pitched the complete game.
