Gates Brown Detroit Tigers 1965 Vintage Baseball Photo 8x10
This page from the 1965 Big Time Baseball sports publication highlights Gates Brown, an outfielder for the Detroit Tigers. Born on May 2, 1939, in Crestline, Ohio, Brown was known for batting left and throwing right. The page lists his 1964 season statistics, where he maintained a batting average of .272, hit 15 home runs, and achieved 54 RBIs. His lifetime statistics up to that point show a consistent batting average of .272 with 17 home runs and 68 RBIs. Brown's performance as a powerful hitter made him a valuable player for the Tigers during the mid-1960s. Teams and players during this era often focused on solid batting averages and home run capabilities, indicating Brown's role in the team's offensive lineup.