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Baseball Legend Art Schallock Dies at 100

3/9/2025

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Art Schallock, a remarkable figure in baseball history and a World War II veteran, has passed away at the age of 100. Known for his debut with the Yankees in 1951, he famously sent Mickey Mantle to the Minors. With three World Series rings and stints with the Dodgers and Orioles, Schallock leaves behind a legacy of excellence. Born in Mill Valley, California, his impact on the game will be remembered.

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Art Schallock, a remarkable figure in baseball history and a World War II veteran, has passed away at the age of 100. Known for his debut with the Yankees in 1951, he famously sent Mickey Mantle to the Minors. With three World Series rings and stints with the Dodgers and Orioles, Schallock leaves behind a legacy of excellence. Born in Mill Valley, California, his impact on the game will be remembered.