Here lies Johnny Blanchard, a long-time backup outfielder and catcher and a World Series hero. He was one of the great pinch hitters of his era. Blanchard played for the New York Yankees (1955; 1959-65), Kansas City Athletics (1965) and Milwaukee Braves (1965). Johnny Blanchard was born in Minneapolis on February 26, 1933. He attended … Continue reading Grave Story: Johnny Blanchard (1933-2009)
R.I.P. to Gary Kolb, a catcher/infielder/outfielder who played parts of seven seasons in the major leagues. He died in Charleston, W.V., on July 3 after a lengthy illness at the age of 79. Kolb played for the St. Louis Cardinals (1960, 1962-63), Milwaukee Braves (1964-65), New York Mets (1965) and Pittsburgh Pirates (1968-69). His cousin … Continue reading Obituary: Gary Kolb (1940-2019)
RIP to Bob Giggie, who pitched in 30 MLB games in the late 1950s and early '60s. He died on December 9 at the age of 85. Biggie played for the Milwaukee Braves (1959-60) and Kansas City Athletics (1960, 1962). Bob Giggie was born in Dorchester, Mass. on August 13, 1933. He graduated from Charlestown … Continue reading Obituary: Bob Giggie (1933-2018)
