"Dodgers Legend Carl Erskine, Last Surviving 'Boys of Summer' Member, Dies at 97"

Carl Erskine, a former Brooklyn Dodgers pitcher and the last surviving member of the "Boys of Summer," passed away at the age of 97. Known for pitching two no-hitters and being a 20-game winner in 1953, Erskine spent his entire major league career with the Dodgers from 1948-59. He was an All-Star in 1954 and appeared in five World Series, helping the Dodgers win their only championship in Brooklyn in 1955. Erskine's legacy extends beyond baseball, as he championed causes for people with developmental disabilities and authored several books. He is survived by his wife and children.