Fred Kipp

Fred Kipp is a former professional baseball player and basketball player who played for the Brooklyn Dodgers and New York Yankees. Born in Kansas, Kipp grew up in Emporia and attended Emporia State University, where he played both baseball and basketball. After his playing career, Kipp went on to work as a coach and scout for several teams. He is widely recognized as the last living person to have played for the Yankees. Kipp is known for his charismatic personality and his love of baseball. He has been involved in various charitable initiatives and has written a memoir about his playing career.