Today's Birthday: Duke Markell (Utica Blue Sox, 1948-49)

Credits: American Jewish Historic Society via Trading Card Database

Former Eastern League prospect Duke Markell was born in Paris, France on this date in 1923. He played in the Eastern League for the Utica Blue Sox in 1948 and '49.

Markell pitched in 5 game for the 1951 St. Louis Browns.

Source: Baseball Reference

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