Louisville Slugger Bats Celebrate Baseball Champions and Legends

Louisville Slugger Bats Baseball Original Print Ad Page
Ernie Banks·Ted Williams·Jackie Jensen·Mickey Mantle·Richie Ashburn·Louisville Slugger·
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The advertisement from the 1959 The Sporting News Dope Book highlights the distinguished baseball players who utilized Louisville Slugger bats, celebrating the 75th anniversary of the iconic bat. Featured prominently are notable athletes such as Ted Williams, who achieved a batting average of .328 and was the American League champion. Additionally, Richie Ashburn of the Philadelphia Phillies is noted for his .350 batting average, also marking him as a National League champion. Jackie Jensen of the Boston Red Sox is recognized for his 122 RBIs within the American League. Ernie Banks, representing the Chicago Cubs, is acknowledged as the National League's home run champion with 47 homers and a record of 129 RBIs. Lastly, Mickey Mantle from the New York Yankees stands out with 42 home runs, earning him the title of American League home run champion.