Top 6 Quotes & Sayings by Mel Allen

Explore popular quotes and sayings by an American sportscaster Mel Allen.

Last updated on December 25, 2024.

Mel Allen was an American sportscaster, best known for his long tenure as the primary play-by-play announcer for the New York Yankees. During the peak of his career in the 1940s, 1950s and 1960s, Allen was arguably the most prominent member of his profession, his voice familiar to millions. Years after his death, he is still promoted as having been "The Voice of the Yankees."

American - Sportscaster | February 14, 1913 - June 16, 1996

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Ladies and gentlemen, the great number seven, Mickey Mantle.

Mel Allen

I was in the right place at the right time.

Mel Allen

Here's the pitch. Mantle swings. There's a tremendous drive going into deep left field! It's going, going! It's over the bleachers... over the sign atop the bleachers... into the yards of houses across the street! It's got to be one of the longest runs I've ever seen! How about that!

Mel Allen

And that one is gone. A home run for Mickey Mantle! How do you like that?

Mel Allen

In 1961, when Maris broke Babe Ruth's record, he wasn't intentionally walked once. Mickey batted after Roger, and nobody was going to put a man on base with Mantle coming up to the plate.

Mel Allen

I know a doctor who can give you a shot and you'll get over that cold you've got and get better in a day.

Mel Allen

Top 6 Quotes & Sayings by Mel Allen

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