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Yankees World Series Champion Dies

Yankees World Series Champion Dies

Summary

Zach Monroe, a former pitcher for the New York Yankees, passed away at the age of 94 in Peoria, Illinois. Monroe played for the Yankees during the 1958 and 1959 seasons, including a game in the 1958 World Series which the Yankees won.

Key Facts

  • Zach Monroe was a pitcher for the New York Yankees.
  • He played in 25 games for the Yankees in 1958 and 1959.
  • Monroe was part of the Yankees team that won the 1958 World Series.
  • He made one appearance in the 1958 World Series against the Milwaukee Braves.
  • Monroe retired with a career record of 4 wins and 2 losses.
  • His career stats include a 3.38 earned run average (ERA) and one save in 61.1 innings pitched.
  • Monroe died at the age of 94 in Peoria, Illinois, on January 18.

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