Rico Carty Milwaukee Braves Baseball Magazine Panel 8x10 Image
The page from the 1965 Big Time Baseball sports publication highlights Rico Carty, an outfielder for the Milwaukee Braves. Born on September 1, 1939, in San Pedro de Macoris, Dominican Republic, Carty is noted for his right-handed batting and throwing. The statistics from 1964 showcase his impressive performance with a batting average of .330, 22 home runs, and 88 runs batted in (RBI). These numbers reflect both his abilities in the 1964 season and over his lifetime up to that point. Carty’s contributions to the Braves are significant, as his batting prowess and power hitting distinguish him as a key player in the lineup. His background from the Dominican Republic also adds to the increasing diversity and international presence in Major League Baseball during this era.