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'Slide, Kelly, Slide' is a 1927 comedy film made by Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer. It was a silent film, shot just before the talkies appeared. The director was Edward Sedgwick and starred William Haines and Harry Carey. Frank Coghlan Jr. played Mickey Martin (billed as Junior Coghlan). The title refers to legendary baseball player, Mike 'King' Kelly. He was a flamboyant player, known especially for his daring baserunning. Fans began shantung, 'Slide, Kelly, Slide'. This eventually came out as a popular song. The film proved to be one of the most popular baseball movies. It also helped make MGM leading man William Haines an important star. He plays a brash addition to the Yankees. He prives to be a great player, but his big ego alienates his teammates. An exception is Yankee batboy Mickey (Junior Coghlan) who idealizes Kelly, until he unleashes his invective on an aging player.
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