Celebrating his 101st with a strike

THROWING THE FIRST PITCH–To celebrate his 101st birthday, local baseball legend Floyd Melliere was able to throw out a ceremonial first pitch at a St. Louis Cardinals game. Pictured is Melliere on the mound, preparing to throw.

It was a birthday celebration he’ll never forget as Floyd Melliere made a return to the pitcher’s mound for his 101st birthday.

Melliere is no stranger to pitching, and on May 19, he was throwing out a ceremonial first pitch at the St. Louis Cardinals game against the Pittsburgh Pirates.

For more on Melliere, please see this week’s print edition.