George Metkovich Death
George passed away on May 17, 1995 at the age of 74 in Costa Mesa, CA.
When did George Metkovich die?
May 17, 1995How old was George Metkovich when died?
74Where did George Metkovich die? What was the location of death?
Costa Mesa, CA
George Metkovich Birthday and Date of Death
George Metkovich was born on October 8, 1920 and died on May 17, 1995. George was 74 years old at the time of death.
Birthday: October 8, 1920
Date of Death: May 17, 1995
Age at Death: 74
George Metkovich - Biography
George Michael "Catfish" Metkovich (October 8, 1920 — May 17, 1995) was an American outfielder and first baseman in Major League Baseball for the Boston Red Sox (1943–46), Cleveland Indians (1947), Chicago White Sox (1949), Pittsburgh Pirates (1951–53), Chicago Cubs (1953) and Milwaukee Braves (1954). Born in Angels Camp, California, to Croatian parents, Metkovich earned his nickname when he stepped on a catfish during a fishing trip and cut his foot; the injury and ensuing infection caused him to miss several games.
