Art Schallock, the Oldest Living Former Major Leaguer, Passes Away at 100 – One America News Network
OAN Staff Abril Elfi
9:05 AM – Sunday, March 9, 2025
Art Schallock, the oldest living former Major League Baseball (MLB) player, has passed away at the age of 100.
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On Saturday, both his assisted living facility and family confirmed that the former Yankee had died on Thursday.
“He passed away peacefully in his loving care community in Sonoma, California, at the age of 100. He was due to celebrate his 101st birthday in April,” the family remarked.
“A cherished father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and friend, Art lived an extraordinary life. From his service in World War II to realizing his dream of playing in Major League Baseball, he was a pitcher for the New York Yankees during a historic era, contributing to multiple World Series victories. Beyond the diamond, Art was celebrated for his generosity, humor, and appreciation for those around him. His life was rich with cherished friendships, family, and an enduring passion for baseball.”
At 27, Schallock made his Yankees debut in 1951, stepping in for then 19-year-old Mickey Mantle.
During his career from 1951 to 1953, Schallock collected three World Series championships.
Across more than five years in the big leagues, primarily with the Yankees before concluding with Baltimore in 1955, Schallock posted a record of 6-7 with a 4.02 ERA across 58 games including 14 starts, totaling 170⅓ innings and 77 strikeouts.
Schallock was set to turn 101 on April 25th.
He became the oldest living player following George Elder’s passing in July 2022.
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