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After years of alcohol abuse Mickey Mantle was diagnosed with liver cancer in 1994. In June of 1995 Mickey received a liver transplant. At a press conference Mickey noted that many fans had looked to him as a role model; "This is a role model: Don't be like me". Before he died in August 1995 at the age of 63 of liver cancer He established the Mickey Mantle Foundation to raise awareness for organ donations. He was very proud of this.
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Did Mickey Mantle work for any charities?
yes
Did Mickey Mantle ever play for any other team besides the New York Yankees?
No, he did not. Mickey Mantle played all of his 18 seasons for the Yankees.
Did Mickey Mantle play for any other baseball team besides the Yankees?
no
Did Mickey Mantle make any records?
'I Love Mickey' by Mickey Mantle and Teresa BrewerIn 1956 Mickey Mantle recorded a song with Teresa Brewer called "I Love Mickey" under the Coral Records label. Teresa Brewer Sings The Lyrics, and Mickey Mantle Talks Back to her, on the record. She would sing "I Love Mickey" and he would reply "Mickey Who?" (Teresa Brewer) "You know the Fella with the celebrated swing...." The Song came into being when one day Teresa Brewer was at a Yankee game watching Mickey in action. While leaving the Ball park Teresa commented to her friend "That Mantle is terrific! Someone should write a song about him" Teresa started singing her friend chimed in and they had a few bars written. They presented the song to Mickey, and Mantle said "Great", and recorded the song with Teresa.See Related Links below for more information on the record and sheet music.
Did Mickey Mantle have any brothers or sisters?
Mickey and Merlyn Mantle had 4 sons... 2 of which died before Mickey, as well as 4 grand children... Mickey Jr - 1953 - 2000 David - 1955 - Billy - 1957 - 1994 Danny - 1960 - Mickey's wife Merlyn passed away on August 10, 2009.
Did Mickey Mantle have any superstitions?
He alwas ate a pb and j sandwich before the games
Did mickey mantle play any othrer sports?
Mickey Mantle was an all-around athlete at Commerce High School, playing basketball, football, and baseball. He signed with the New York Yankees on graduation day in 1949.
What is the value of the 280 Michey Mantle rookie card?
1968 Topps Mickey Mantle card number 280The 1951 Bowman Mickey Mantle card is number 253. the 1952 Topps Mickey Mantle rookie card is #311. In 1968 Topps issued a number 280 Mickey Mantle card but, it is not a rookie card. A 1968 Topps Mickey Mantle card number 280 has a book value of about $350.00 in near/mint -mint condition. Condition is important. Common flaws with baseball cards include: rounded edges, creases, off centered, and faded color. Any or all flaws will devalue the card significantly. Professionally grade cards could double the value or more.
How much would a mickey mantle baseball card number 28 be worth?
1997 Topps Mantle -Mickey Mantle Ken Boyer 1960 Topps 28A 1997 Topps Mickey Mantle "Mickey Mantle Ken Boyer 1960 Topps" baseball card number 28 has a book value of about $8.00 in near/mint -mint condition. Professionally graded cards will sell for more. Condition is important.Common flaws with baseball cards include: rounded edges, creases, off centered, and faded color. Any or all flaws will devalue the card significantly.
What is the value of Mickey Mantle card number 54?
2006 Topps Mantle Home Run History Mickey Mantle card 54A 2006 Topps Mantle Home Run History Mickey Mantle card number 54 has a book value of about $1.25 in Near Mint condition. Professionally graded cards will sell for more. Condition is important. Common flaws with baseball cards include: rounded edges, creases, off centered, and faded color. Any or all flaws will devalue the card significantly.
What superstar athletes in any field have worn number 7?
Mickey Mantle - baseball John Elway - American football
Is the mantle porous?
No. The mantle is under such great pressure that any pore space would close immediately.
