Former Red Sox Catcher Dead at 62: Heartbroken Son Pays Tribute

Former Red Sox catcher dead at 62: Heartbroken son pays tribute

His son Robby - himself a former professional player - announced the sad news in an emotional Instagram post, that described his father as his 'hero, best friend and role model'.

Former Red Sox catcher Rich Rowland dead at 62

Rowland's best season came in 1994 with Boston, when he played a career-high 46 games and hit all nine of his career home runs playing behind starting catcher Damon Berryhill.

Former Red Sox, Tigers catcher dies at 62

Former MLB catcher Rich Rowland has died at age 62, his son Robby announced.