Walt Ripley

Who was Walt Ripley?

Walter Franklin Ripley was a relief pitcher who played in Major League Baseball. Listed at 6 ft 0 in, 168 lb., Ripley batted and threw right-handed. He was born in Worcester, Massachusetts. His son, Allen Ripley, also was a major league pitcher.

Ripley was 18 years old when he entered the majors in 1935 with the Boston Red Sox, to become the youngest major league player during that season.

In two relief appearances, Ripley allowed four runs and seven hits, giving three walk without strikeouts in 4.0 innings of work for a 9.00 ERA. He did not have a decision or saves and never appeared in a major league game again.

Ripley died in Attleboro, Massachusetts, at the age of 73.