Harvey Kuenn San Francisco Giants 1961 Magazine Photo
The page from the 1961 Big Time Baseball sports publication highlights Harvey Kuenn, an outfielder for the San Francisco Giants. Born on December 4, 1930, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Kuenn had notable career statistics by that year. His Major League totals included 4,847 at-bats with 1,518 hits and 62 home runs, culminating in a .313 batting average. Kuenn, known for his proficiency at the plate, also played for the Detroit Tigers and other teams during his career. His performance on the field made him a formidable player in the league. In the context of the early 1960s, Kuenn’s contributions to the Giants were significant, especially during an era when the team was transitioning from New York to San Francisco. His hitting ability offered consistent offense, supporting the Giants' lineup in the competitive National League.