He's a switch hitter who could play third base and outfield, a respected veteran and a proven postseason performer.

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Mantle was the greatest switch hitter in baseball history, a member of the 500-homer club back when that was an exclusive club, a multiple All Star, 3-time MVP, and a member of numerous championship teams with the New York Yankees.

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This switch-hitter wine pairs with so many dishes: salmon, tuna, chicken, pork and Thanksgiving turkey.

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The last Cubs switch-hitter to homer from the left and right sides in a game was Mark Bellhorn against Milwaukee on Aug. 29, 2002.

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