1965 MLB All-Star Team Featuring Mantle, Mays, Koufax, Aaron
The page from the 1965 Big Time Baseball publication highlights the All-Star Team of the year, presenting a selection of prominent baseball players situated on a diagram resembling a baseball diamond. It features distinguished players such as Mickey Mantle, a key figure in the outfield known for his tenure with the New York Yankees, and Willie Mays, another outfielder whose legacy is tied to the San Francisco Giants. Hank Aaron, occupying a position close to Mays, is noted for his long and impactful career most prominently with the Atlanta Braves. In the infield, notable names include Brooks Robinson at third base, celebrated for his defensive prowess with the Baltimore Orioles, and Jim Fregosi, positioned at shortstop, recognized for his time with the California Angels. Sandy Koufax is marked as the pitcher, celebrated for his dominant left-handed pitching with the Los Angeles Dodgers. Behind the plate is Elston Howard, a catcher known for his contributions to the New York Yankees. Bobby Richardson, associated with the Yankees, is featured as part of the infield, along with Bill White, who played first base and had significant stints with the St. Louis Cardinals.