About Mel Kerr
Lived 1903 – 1980 (aged 77). Mel Kerr was an American baseball player.
John Melville Kerr (May 22, 1903 – August 9, 1980) was a Canadian-born major league baseball player.
During his minor league career, Kerr was an outfielder. On September 16, 1925, he became only the second Manitoban to make the majors. In that game, which was his only major league appearance, he came on as a pinch runner for the Chicago Cubs. Kerr scored a run for the only run of his career.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Mel Kerr?
Canadian baseball player (1903-1980)
When was Mel Kerr born?
Mel Kerr was born on 22 May 1903 in Souris.
When did Mel Kerr die?
Mel Kerr died on 9 August 1980 in Vero Beach.
What was Mel Kerr's occupation?
Mel Kerr was a baseball player.
What nationality was Mel Kerr?
Mel Kerr was American.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Mel Kerr. https://biography.guide/mel-kerr/
MLA: "Mel Kerr." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/mel-kerr/.
Chicago: "Mel Kerr." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/mel-kerr/.
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