First, I will start with this: twice I've met the Duke, got his autograph, and had some nice conversations with him.
He was a real classy guy, very friendly, and a true gentleman.
OK, let's talk numbers..........comparing Mickey, Willie, and the Duke
Regular season Stats:
BA = .295 to .302 (not much difference between them)
SLG = .540 to .557
OPS = .919 to .977
Individual
World Series Stats:
Snider.....BA = .286, SLG = .594, OPS = .945
Mantle....BA = .257, SLG = .535, OPS = .908
Mays...….BA = .247, SLG = .337, OPS = .660
Therefore, you guys, that have been slighting Snider in your comments here, are totally uninformed. And, I will tell
you what is real....I followed Snider's career from 1949 to 1957 while he played in Brooklyn.
The Duke averaged 110 RBI's per year for those 9 years. Batted .306, and his
OPS average =
.966
You had to see him play the game to really appreciate him.
P.S.….Snider graduated from Compton H.S. in California. He excelled in all sports, and especially Football.
Stay tuned for my great story regarding his FB feat.
By the way, guys....I'm a Yankees fan. But, having seen the Duke play all those years, I have a deep respect for him.
TED Z
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