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References
- ↑ Encyclopedia of Minor League Baseball. Baseball America. 2007. p. 302.
- ↑ "Popular Ball Player Killed by Companions". Covington Virginian. September 8, 1930.
- Career statistics from Baseball Reference, or Baseball Reference (Minors)
| Mickey Keliher | |
|---|---|
| First baseman | |
| Born:January 11, 1890 Washington, D.C. | |
| Died: September 7, 1930 (aged 40) Washington, D.C. | |
Batted: Left Threw: Left | |
| MLB debut | |
| September 9, 1911, for the Pittsburgh Pirates | |
| Last MLB appearance | |
| May 9, 1912, for the Pittsburgh Pirates |
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