Mickey Mantle Mickey Mantle was the switch-hitting superstar of the New York Yankees, combining power, speed, and charisma during the 1950s and 1960s. A three-time MVP and seven-time World Series champion, Mantle hit 536 home runs, including 18 in World Series play—the most in history. He won the Triple Crown in 1956, batting .353 with 52 homers and 130 RBIs. A 20-time All-Star, Mantle played center field with range and arm strength, despite chronic knee injuries. His home runs were legendary for their distance, with some clearing 500 feet. Off the field, Mantle struggled with alcoholism but later became an advocate for recovery. His legacy endures as a symbol of New York baseball royalty and the golden age of the Yankees. Mantle’s combination of talent and tragedy makes him one of the most iconic and beloved figures in MLB history.
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