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Rich Rowland former MLB catcher dies
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The gist
Former MLB catcher Rich Rowland died at 62, his son announced. He played six seasons for the Tigers and Red Sox.
Background
Rich Rowland was a former Major League Baseball catcher who played six seasons from 1990 to 1995, primarily as a backup for the Detroit Tigers and Boston Red Sox. He was drafted by the Tigers in the 17th round of the 1988 MLB Draft out of Mendocino College. His death was announced by his son Robby, but no date or cause was shared.
How it unfolded
- 1988Rowland was drafted by the Detroit Tigers in the 17th round of the MLB Draft out of Mendocino College.
- 1990 -1995Played six MLB seasons, appearing in 98 games with the Tigers and Red Sox, batting .213 with nine home runs.
- Jun 19, 1995Made his final MLB appearance with Boston against the Cleveland Indians.
- Aug 27, 2026 -28, 2026His son Robby announced Rowland's death at age 62; no date or cause was given.
Who’s saying what
- Family
- His son Robby called him 'Pops, my hero man,' expressing personal loss.
Still unverified
The exact date and cause of death were not disclosed by the family.