1955 Adirondack Baseball Bats Ad Featuring Willie Mays and Giants
The page from the 1955 Sporting News Baseball Ball Guide prominently features Adirondack baseball bats, highlighting their superiority in both amateur and professional circles. It emphasizes that Adirondack bats are the preferred choice, with endorsements from major league players. Central to the article is Willie Mays, recognized as the National League's leading batter and winner of the 1954 Most Valuable Player award. His use of Adirondack bats underscores their impact on achieving success at the highest levels of baseball. The article notes that these bats are made from Northern white ash and produced by Magglin-Willard Inc. in Dolgeville, New York. The promotion of the “Model 302” bat serves to illustrate its popularity among star athletes, reinforcing the brand's reputation as a staple on both sandlots and major league fields.