Mel Stottlemyre
Baseball player and pitching coach
Born
November 13th, 1941
83 years ago
Died
2019
6 years ago — 78 years old
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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Played as a right-handed pitcher in Major League Baseball from 1964 to 1974. Spent the majority of playing career with the New York Yankees, earning three All-Star selections. He transitioned into a coaching role after retirement, serving as a pitching coach for various teams, including the New York Yankees, where he contributed to the development of multiple pitchers. His coaching career spanned several decades, influencing the game through mentorship and tactical insights.
Three-time All-Star selection
Pitcher for the New York Yankees
Long-term pitching coach in MLB
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