Yankees fan known as 'Freddy Sez'

[October 19, 2010]  NEW YORK (AP) -- Freddy Schuman, the fan known as "Freddy Sez," who banged a spoon against a skillet at Yankee Stadium for more than two decades, has died. He was 85.

The Yankees said Schuman died Sunday at Lenox Hill Hospital.

New York put some of his memorabilia on display inside Gate 4 of the ballpark Monday and said it will become part of a display at the team museum. The Yankees planned a moment of silence for him before Game 3 of the AL championship series.

Schuman had attended Yankees game since 1988, gaining notoriety for his messages that began "Freddy Sez."

The Yankees said he "was an iconic Yankees fan who brought life, youthful exuberance and cheer to Yankee Stadium" and "Freddy endeared himself to all those he came in contact with."

[Associated Press]

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