6 MLB Players deceased in Wilmington, NC
| # | Player | Date of Death |
|---|---|---|
| 1. | Sam Bowens | 3/28/2003 |
| 2. | Gus Brittain | 2/16/1974 |
| 3. | Charlie Ripple | 5/6/1979 |
| 4. | Willie Stargell | 4/9/2001 |
| 5. | Bunky Stewart | 10/3/2007 |
| 6. | George Whitted | 10/15/1962 |
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