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A Summary of Mickey Mantle's Baseball Legacy

Mickey Mantle played for the New York Yankees from 1951 to 1968, and was inducted into the National Baseball Hall of Fame in 1974. — www.biography.com

Mickey Mantle, nicknamed "The Mick" and "Commerce Comet," wasn't just a baseball player; he was a cultural icon. With his powerful swing, switch-hitting prowess, and magnetic personality, he captivated fans for 18 seasons with the New York Yankees (1951-1968). Here's a glimpse into his legendary career:

Meteoric Rise to Stardom: Drafted in 1949, Mantle quickly established himself as a slugger, setting a rookie record of 52 home runs in 1952. His power and switch-hitting ability made him a feared hitter, earning him three Most Valuable Player Awards (1956, 1957, 1962) and a Triple Crown (1956).

World Series Hero and Home Run King: Mantle played in 12 World Series, winning seven championships. He holds the record for most World Series home runs (18) and RBIs (40). His 536 career home runs, despite battling chronic injuries, placed him fourth all-time at the time of his retirement.

Born October 20, 1931, in Spavinaw, OK. was Baseball Hall of Fame center fielder Mickey Mantle. Mantle played wearing the number 7 on the New York Yankees (1951-68) for 18 seasons as he batted 0.298 for his career, had an On Base percentage of 0.557, with 536 career Home Runs, and 1 Gold Glove Awarded Seasons. It is no wonder why Mantle is one of the top MLB players to have worn the Number 7 Jersey and perhaps one of the greatest MLB players ever. This Biography.com article is very informative on the player.
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