Mel Queen (pitcher)
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| Mel Queen | |
|---|---|
Maxwell, Pennsylvania, U.S. | |
| Died: April 4, 1982 (aged 64) Fort Smith, Arkansas, U.S. | |
Batted: Right Threw: Right | |
| MLB debut | |
| April 18, 1942, for the New York Yankees | |
| Last MLB appearance | |
| May 1, 1952, for the Pittsburgh Pirates | |
| MLB statistics | |
| Win–loss record | 27–40 |
| Earned run average | 5.09 |
| Strikeouts | 328 |
| Teams | |
Melvin Joseph Queen (March 4, 1918 – April 4, 1982) was an American pitcher in Major League Baseball. From 1942 through 1952, he played for the New York Yankees and Pittsburgh Pirates. Born in Maxwell, Pennsylvania, he batted and threw right-handed.
In an eight-season career, Queen posted a 27–40 record with 328
SO/9
(123 SO in 1681⁄3 IP).
On August 27, 1951, Queen became a notable footnote in baseball history when he was thrown out by two feet at first base by strong-armed Brooklyn Dodger outfielder Carl Furillo after Queen had apparently singled into right field.
His son,
.Queen died in Fort Smith, Arkansas, at the age of 64.
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References
External links
- Career statistics and player information from MLB, or Baseball Reference, or Baseball Reference (Minors)
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