Clarence Mitchell
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Clarence Elmer Mitchell
- Bats Left, Throws Left
- Weight 190 lb.
- Debut June 2, 1911
- Final Game June 21, 1932
- Born February 22, 1891 in Franklin, NE USA
- Died November 6, 1963 in Grand Island, NE USA
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Mitchell was one of the last legal spitballers. He hit into the only triple play in World Series history, which was turned by Bill Wambsganss. Otto Miller was the runner at first base and Pete Kilduff was on at second.
After his playing career, Mitchell was a coach for the New York Giants in 1932 and 1933. In later years, he operated a tavern in Grand Island, NE.
