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April 17, 1951

THE NEW YORK TIMES, New York,  April 17, 1951 

* Mickey Mantle MLB debut 
* New York Yankees 


This 60 page newspaper has a three column headline on page 36: "Yanks Face Red Sox Today" with subheads and probable lineups. (see)

This was opening day in the major leagues including Yankee Stadium. Within the text is mention of Mickey Mantle making his MLB debut with text that begins:

* Stengel is putting the fabulous 19-year-old Mickey Mantle in right field....

Also mention of him in a sport's editorial on the same page. (see) Great to have in this famous NYC title.

Other news of the day throughout. Light browning with minor margin wear, otherwise in good condition.

wikipedia notes: Wearing #6, Mantle was called up to the majors on April 7, 1951, to play right field; by June, manager Casey Stengel, speaking to SPORT, stated "He's got more natural power from both sides than anybody I ever saw." Joe DiMaggio, in his final season, called Mantle, "the greatest prospect I can remember."

Category: The 20th Century