Ralph Birkofer
Ralph Joseph Birkofer (Lefty)
- Bats Left, Throws Left
- Height 5' 11", Weight 213 lb.
- Debut April 25, 1933
- Final Game July 11, 1937
- Born November 5, 1908 in Cincinnati, OH USA
- Died March 16, 1971 in Cincinnati, OH USA
Biographical Information[edit]
Ralph Birkofer pitched five seasons in the big leagues, seeing fairly regular action with the Pittsburgh Pirates in three of them. In 1934, he was 11-12 with a 4.10 ERA, 11 complete games and a save for the Bucs. He had two sons who played minor league ball: Jim and Ralph Jr. Ralph Jr.'s son, Kevin, also played pro ball.
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