The late Charlie Keller was one of the best hitters of the 1940s and 1950s. His uncanny ability to slam fly balls earned him the nickname “King Kong.” He was considered for the MLB Hall of Fame and is a member of the Maryland Athletic Hall of Fame.

Charlie Keller

1916-1990
MLB left fielder
New York Yankees 1939-1943, 1945-1949, 1952
Detroit Tigers 1950-1951
Middletown High School, Class of 1993