Friday, July 3, 2020

Today's Birthday: Ed Roebuck (Elmira Pioneers, 1950-51)

Credits: Topps Co. via Trading Card Database
Former Eastern League prospect Ed Roebuck was born on this date in 1931. He pitched for the Elmira Pioneers during the 1951 (0-8, 5.40 ERA) and '52 (14-11, 2.47 ERA) seasons.

Roebuck pitched in the major leagues for 11 seasons with the Brooklyn/Los Angeles Dodgers (1955-58 and '60-'63), Washington Senators (1963-64), Philadelphia Phillies (1964-66).

After he retired as a player, Roebuck worked as a scout for several years. He died on June 14, 2018, at the age of 86.


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