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Bob Friend is a retired professional baseball player in the Major League Baseball. His debut MLB game was on 1951 with the Pittsburgh Pirates and last appeared for the New York Mets in 1966. He is best remembered for leading the league in ERA while playing for the team that finished last, a record that is yet to beat. Friend's consistency as a pitcher is stunning especially after taking in consideration the length of his career. Friend signed with the Pittsburgh Pirates in 1950 after attending Purdue University. During his rookie season, he got to play for a whole year with the Pirates. However, it was in 1955 when his career finally took off. After appearing in 44 games, he was able to strike out 98 batters, and had an earned run average of 2.83. However, the Pirates finished last in the 8-team league. In the 1955 season, he was able to bump up his strikeouts to 166 but his ERA dropped to 3.46. He was able to pitch in 314 innings, a feat. Finally in 1960, the Pirates were able to make it to the World Series championships and bested the New York Yankees. Take home signed Bob Friend memorabilia without having to go into the store. SignedAutographed.com has the largest collection of original MLB game used items including autographed MLB gloves and autographed MLB bats. You can get MLB photos of outstanding ballplayers including Friend. With fast shipping and huge discounts, you'll never go wrong with SignedAutographed.com. About Bob Friend: Bob Friend (full name: Robert Bartmess Friend; Warrior) played pitcher from 1951 until 1966 for the Pittsburgh Pirates, New York Yankees and New York Mets. He played for the Pirates from 1951 - 1965, Yankees in 1966 and Mets in 1966. Over 16 seasons, he started 497 games, won 197 games, struck out 1734 batters, and had a 3.58 ERA. Born on November 24, 1930 in Lafayette, IN, Friend stands 6' 0 and weighs 190 lb. He attended West Lafayette (West Lafayette, IN) high school. His debut was on April 28, 1951 and he played his final game on September 24, 1966. Over his career, Friend made $84,500. Common misspellings of his name include Robert Bartmess Bob bobby robert Warrior Friend. Common misspellings: Collectables, Memorbilia, Memorabelia, Collectable, Singed, Memorabillia, memoribilia, Memorabila Our wide assortment of authentic autographed Bob Friend memorabilia includes: coins, collages with frame, display cases, game used collectibles, signatures, frames, Bob Friend autographs, balls, photomints, and other Bob Friend signed memorabilia. You can also browse Bob Friend autographed memorabilia such as a Olympic collectible, hand signed collage, inscribed ball, coin with autograph, inscription, Bob Friend autograph, pic, trading card and signature photomint, among other signed Bob Friend memorabilia. Info on Bob Friend Jerseys, Gear & Collectibles: Our online store carries jackets, sweatshirts, pictures, MVP 16X20 photos, t-shirts, caps, licensed apparel, hats, replica banners, sale gifts, and official clothing, whether it's unsigned, signed or game-used. Also find an authentic gift, ball, blanket, jersey, t-shirt, sweatshirt, jacket, picture, 8X10 photo, hat, display case or cap. Browse Bob Friend memorabilia values, pics, prices, signings, stats & jerseys from 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007 & 2008. Searching for the perfect Bob Friend gifts for that special sports fan? Whether you are trying to choose an item for a holiday such as Christmas or you need a birthday present, our gift certificates make the perfect gift idea. Our gift cards take all the pressure out of finding the perfect present for friends or loved ones. Let your loved ones choose their favorite Bob Friend memorabilia and sports collectibles so you don't have to.