Former Dodgers, Mets Infielder Dies
Summary
Bart Shirley, a former Major League Baseball player for the Los Angeles Dodgers and New York Mets, has died at the age of 85 after a long illness. He played in the major leagues during the 1960s and later with teams in the minor leagues and Japan before retiring. Shirley was involved in local baseball activities in Corpus Christi, Texas, where he received honors for his contributions.Key Facts
- Bart Shirley played in Major League Baseball for both the Dodgers and Mets during the 1960s.
- He appeared in 75 MLB games from 1964 to 1968.
- His career batting average was .204, with 33 hits, four doubles, and one triple.
- After his MLB career, he played for the Spokane Indians and Chunichi Dragons in Japan.
- Shirley was from Corpus Christi, Texas, and was active in local baseball there after retirement.
- He received the Lifetime Achievement Award from the Corpus Christi Hooks in 2009.
- Shirley was part of the first Hall of Fame class at W.B. Ray High School.
- He participated in a charity golf tournament that raised money for children in need.
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