Death of Rico Carty, Former Atlanta Braves Star Outfielder
Former Atlanta Braves star outfielder Rico Carty has passed away at the age of 85. Carty was a pioneering Latino star in Major League Baseball, beloved by fans in the Dominican Republic and Atlanta.
Key Points
- Rico Carty played 15 years in Major League Baseball
- He hit 204 home runs and drove in 890 runs in 1,651 major league games
- Carty batted .299 for his career
Pros
- Carty was a groundbreaking Latino star in Major League Baseball
- He left an indelible mark on the Atlanta Braves organization
- Carty won the batting title with a .366 average and led the majors with a .454 on-base percentage in 1970
Cons
- The loss of a beloved figure in baseball history