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Gil Blanco: Brief Brilliance in the Majors | Huntsville News
A towering lefty with big dreams and even bigger potential, Gil Blanco, the 6’5” former MLB pitcher who debuted with the Yankees at just 19, passed away at 80. In his brief but dazzling 1965 rookie season, he went 12-7 with a stellar ERA and even started the Hall of Fame Game — all before turning 21. Traded to the Athletics, he pitched a few more innings before his career ended, leaving behind a legacy of promise cut short. Tributes are pouring in as fans reflect on the phenom who once seemed destined for greatness. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow…
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