Elston Howard in 1965 Yankees Gear - Classic Baseball Photo
The page from the 1965 Big Time Baseball publication features Elston Howard, a notable catcher for the New York Yankees. Born on February 23, 1929, in St. Louis, Missouri, Howard is highlighted for his right-handed batting and throwing capabilities. The page showcases his impressive statistics from the 1964 season, recording a batting average of .313, with 15 home runs and 84 RBIs. Howard’s lifetime stats are also noted, with a .289 batting average, 143 home runs, and 636 RBIs, reflecting his significant contribution to the Yankees and his standing in Major League Baseball. Joining the Yankees in the 1950s, Howard became a key player, not just for his skill but also as a barrier-breaking athlete, being the Yankees' first African American player.