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Quote by Mickey Mantle

“You never have to wait long, or look far, to be reminded of how thin the line is between being a hero or a goat.”

Quote by Mickey Mantle

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Mickey Mantle was a legendary American baseball player, born on October 20, 1931, and passed away on August 13, 1995. His achievements and influence in baseball made him one of the greatest players of the 20th century. more

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