Welcome to This Day in Yankees History. The season may be underway, but that doesn’t mean we can’t take a trip into the past. These daily posts will highlight two or three key moments in Yankees history on a given date, as well as recognize players born on the day. Hope you enjoy this trip down memory lane with us!
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25 Years Ago
Mickey Mantle’s death the previous night in Dallas at age 63 makes front page news around the country. The “All American Boy” died with a liver wrought by hepatitis, cirrhosis, and cancer, all resulting from his legendary penchant for imbibition.