Elmer Miller commemorated on birthday for historic Yankees achievement

Elmer Miller, born July 28, 1890, is celebrated for his unique place in Yankees history. He became the first player to bat, hit, and score a run in a World Series game. Miller achieved this milestone during Game 1 of the 1921 World Series against the New York Giants, leading off with a single and later scoring on a Babe Ruth hit. His performance as a Yankees player from 1915 to 1918 and in 1921 was foundational despite a brief career that ended by 1922. Miller's contributions have largely faded from memory, but he remains a significant figure in the franchise's legacy.

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