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“Getting to know Mickey Mantle was as much fun as playing with
pros,” Dan told me later.
In one of
games that Mickey was umpiring, Dan strolled to
plate with
bases loaded. His big chance was here and he didn’t miss
opportunity as he walloped a long double into
gap. He hit a rope, and as he glided into second base Mickey yelled to him, “You hit
sh*^ out of that ball, Nails!”
This was like a call from God. Hearing his idol tell him how well he hit
ball was more fulfilling than Dan could ever have imagined.
What could be better than meeting and then hanging out with Mickey Mantle? How about being recognized as a ballplayer by your childhood hero?
It doesn’t get any better than that.
This story was contributed by Dan Markim. A long time Yankee fan.
Written by Aron Wallad

Aron Wallad has been a baseball lover for over 40 years. Writing about his favorite subject, baseball, has been a blessing. You will enjoy the tender stories, the unusual statistics and inspiring quotes. But mostly you will love the heartwarming stories that hit a home run to your heart.
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