John Patrick Kerin (March 3, 1875 - March 16, 1946) was an American professional baseball umpire. He umpired 265 American League games from 1908 to 1910.[1] Kerin also umpired in the Eastern League and the Southern League from 1911 to 1920.[2]
John Kerin | |
|---|---|
| Born | John Patrick Kerin March 3, 1875 |
| Died | March 16, 1946 (aged 71) |
| Occupation | Umpire |
| Years active | 1908-1910 |
| Employer | American League |
Umpiring career
Kerin spent several seasons in the New England League and Eastern League before his major league service.[3]
Notable games
After a September 1908 Chicago White Sox game, Kerin suffered a broken nose and was unconscious for a few minutes following a punch by an angry fan. The fan, attorney Robert Cantwell, was known locally for his defense of murder cases. Cantwell was later arrested for the assault.[4]
References
- ^ Retrosheet
- ^ Sportsing News umpire card
- ^ "Sacrifice Hits". The Pittsburgh Press. February 3, 1906. Retrieved August 7, 2012.
- ^ "Broke Umpire's Nose". The New York Times. October 1, 1908. Retrieved August 7, 2012.
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