Mantle Struggle Hits Yankees Harder Than Expected
Frank Eck analyzes Mickey Mantle's prolonged slump with the Yankees through the first 38 games of the season. Mantle sits at .238 with 31 strikeouts while the club, dependent on his prowess, searches for form as pressure mounts and pitchers adjust to his heavy swing.
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Mantle Slump Tests Yankee Lineup Balance and Strategy
The Yankees weigh reshuffling Mickey Mantle to second in the order to spark scoring with Mantle on base. Mantle's knee and recurring slumps have limited him to under 304 for two seasons, prompting talk of extended batting practice and potential lineup changes while staff debate the risk of moving lefties Berra and Maris back-to-back.
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Kansas Citian's Body Found Near Wreck
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