Famous dates for Unfortunately Named Pitchers:

In his major league debut on May 26, 1980, Bob WALK gives up five free passes in only 2.2 IP.

The appropriately named David RISKE entered the 7th inning with a 2 run lead on May 9, 2004. By the time he was pulled one inning later, he had allowed four runs and earned a blown save and the loss.

Grant BALFOUR couldn’t even get out of an inning before issuing three ball fours on July 18, 2004. In fact, he only went 0.1 IP that game.

But quite possible the most impressive pitching line to match the pitcher’s name will now go to HOMER Baily yesterday against the Sox. Mr. Homer (it’s more fun than Mr. Bailey) severed up bombs to some of the unlikeliest of characters in a starting lineup missing both Papi and Manny. In 2.1 IP he gave up a 2-run shot to Coco, and solo shots to Jacoby and Nancy en route to a 9-0 whopping. Sorry Mr. Balfour, it’s time to hand over that trophy now.