Rollie Sheldon
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Roland Frank Sheldon
- Bats Right, Throws Right
- Height 6' 4", Weight 190 lb.
- School Texas A&M University, University of Connecticut
- Debut April 23, 1961
- Final Game September 18, 1966
- Born December 17, 1936 in Putnam, CT USA
[edit] Biographical Information
Rollie Sheldon pitched five years in the majors. He had a winning record in his first four years.
Although overshadowed by the home-run hitting contest put on in 1961 by Roger Maris and Mickey Mantle, Sheldon had a fine rookie season, going 11-5.
He was mentioned in Sweet Seasons by author Dom Forker.
[edit] Notable Achievements
- Won two World Series with the New York Yankees (1961 & 1962; he played in neither World Series)
