On March 2, 1909, future Hall of Famer, Mel Ott is born in Gretna, Louisiana. Known as “Master Melvin,” Ott will make his major league debut with the New York Giants as a 17 year-old boy wonder 1926. He will quickly become a fan favorite. Using an unorthodox batting style in which he lifted his…
Mel Ott Essentials Positions: Rightfield Bats: Left Throws: Right Weight: 170 Height 5-9 Born: March 2, 1909 in Gretna, LA USA Died: November 21, 1958 in New Orleans, LA USA Buried: Metairie Cemetery, New Orleans, LA Debut: April 27, 1926 vs. PHI 1 AB, 0 H, 0 HR, 0 RBI, 0 SB Last Game: July 11,…
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