Sunday, May 30, 2021

Today's Eastern League Birthday: Mel Nelson (1958 York White Roses)

Credits: St. Louis Cardinals & Trading Card Database

Happy 85th birthday to former Eastern League prospect Mel Nelson!

Nelson pitched for the 1958 York White Roses (8-5, 4.08 ERA). He went on to play in the majors during six seasons with the St. Louis Cardinals (1960, '68-'69), Los Angeles Angels (1963), and Minnesota Twins (1965 and '67).


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