Quick Info
| Profession | Former professional baseball player |
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| Nationality | American |
| Date of Birth | 25/02/1964 |
| Age | 62 years (died on 27, Aug, 2026) |
| Birthplace | Cloverdale, California, USA |
| Date of Death | 27/08/2026 |
Latest News about Rich Rowland
27/08/2026
Rich Rowland, the former Detroit Tigers and Boston Red Sox catcher, died in August 2026 at age 62. Reports identified him as Richard Garnet Rowland of Cloverdale, California, and noted that he had played six major league seasons and 98 games in MLB.
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Bio/Wiki
| Full Name | Richard Garnet Rowland |
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| Known For | Major League Baseball catcher for the Detroit Tigers and Boston Red Sox |
| MLB Debut | 07/09/1990 |
| Bats/Throws | Right/Right |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 6 ft 1 in |
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| Weight | 210 lb |
Educational Qualification(s)
| College | Mendocino College |
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Personal Life
| Family Note | Father of Robby Rowland |
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Family
| Children | Robby Rowland |
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Career
| Draft | Selected by the Detroit Tigers in the 17th round of the 1988 MLB Draft |
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Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Worked in the timber industry before returning to baseball | |
| 2. Played in Northern California after leaving baseball | |
| 3. Was originally a backup catcher in the majors |