Vinegar Bend Mizell Memorabilia & Collectibles

About Vinegar Bend Mizell Memorabilia & Collectibles

About Vinegar Bend Mizell:

Vinegar Bend Mizell (full name: Wilmer David Mizell; no nicknames) played pitcher from 1952 until 1962 for the St. Louis Cardinals, Pittsburgh Pirates and New York Mets. He played for the Cardinals from 1952 - 1960, Pirates from 1960 - 1962 and Mets in 1962. Over 9 seasons, he started 230 games, won 90 games, struck out 918 batters, and had a 3.85 ERA. Born on August 13, 1930 in Leakesville, MS, Mizell stood 6' 3" and weighed 205 lb. He attended Leaksville (Leaksville, MS) high school. His debut was on April 22, 1952 and he played his final game on July 25, 1962. Common misspellings of his name include Vinegar Wilmer Bend David wilmer Mizell.