1970s

Jim Bunning, a notable figure in baseball history, retired in 1971 after a successful career spanning 17 seasons. He was […]

Hoyt Wilhelm, one of baseball’s legendary pitchers, made a remarkable impact on the game during his long career. He retired

Billy Williams made a significant impact in Major League Baseball before his retirement in 1976. He is widely known for

Ernie Banks, known as “Mr. Cub,” made an enduring impact on Major League Baseball during his career with the Chicago

Al Kaline, known as “Mr. Tiger,” is a celebrated figure in baseball history, leaving a lasting impact on the sport

Roberto Clemente was a legendary baseball player who made a significant impact during his 18 seasons with the Pittsburgh Pirates

Orlando Cepeda, known as “the Baby Bull,” made a significant impact on Major League Baseball during his career. He played

Brooks Calbert Robinson Jr. is one of the most celebrated figures in baseball history. Playing his entire career with the

Frank Robinson is remembered as one of the greatest baseball players in Major League Baseball (MLB) history. He played for

Bob Gibson is one of the most celebrated pitchers in Major League Baseball history. He retired in 1975 after an

Harmon Killebrew, known as “the Killer,” is a legendary figure in the world of baseball. He retired in 1975 after

Hank Aaron, a legendary figure in baseball, left an indelible mark on the sport before retiring in 1976. With a

Willie Mays, known as “the Say Hey Kid,” is a legendary figure in the world of baseball. He played for

Luis Aparicio was a standout player in Major League Baseball, known for his exceptional skills as a shortstop. He played

Juan Marichal is a name that resonates deeply in the world of baseball. Known for his incredible pitching skills and

Bobby Valentine, a notable figure in baseball, retired from professional play in 1979 after a decade in Major League Baseball.

Dick Kelley’s baseball story is really about a determined lefty who fought through early struggles just to make it to

Don Wert, known to teammates as “Coyote,” played third base in Major League Baseball from 1963 to 1971. He spent

Dave Boswell spent eight years in Major League Baseball, and his story is one of raw talent, tough breaks, and

Jim French probably isn’t the first name that comes to mind when you think of baseball legends, but honestly, his

Marv Staehle isn’t exactly a name you’ll hear tossed around by most baseball fans, but his career really captures what

Chuck Harrison isn’t exactly a household name in baseball history, but his journey from Texas Tech linebacker to Major League

Kevin Collins ended his Major League Baseball career in 1971 after six seasons as a utility infielder with three different

Joe Foy’s name probably doesn’t come to mind like Mickey Mantle or Ted Williams, but his six-year major league career

Chico Ruiz made his mark in baseball history during his eight-year Major League run with the Cincinnati Reds and California

Ron Tompkins managed to carve out a pretty unique spot in baseball history—even though he never actually won a major

Frank Johnson’s name doesn’t show up in the Hall of Fame, but honestly, his story captures what it meant to

Earl Wilson’s name might not ring out in baseball history quite like some of his peers, but what he did

Sandy Valdespino made his mark in baseball history as a Cuban-born outfielder, bouncing between five different Major League teams over

Roberto Peña really made his mark in baseball history during his six-year Major League run from 1965 to 1971. The

Leonard Gary Gabrielson put together a respectable eleven-year run in Major League Baseball, suiting up for five different teams between

Jack Baldschun made his mark in baseball as one of the most durable relief pitchers of the 1960s. He played

Ed Stroud’s name might not ring out in baseball history the way some others do, but his six-year major league

Rich Robertson wrapped up his six-year Major League Baseball career in 1971, closing out his time as a pitcher who

Russ Snyder wrapped up his Major League Baseball career in 1970, capping off an 18-year run that stretched from the

Al McBean wrapped up his professional baseball career in 1970 after a solid run that spanned a decade. He made

Ray Washburn’s baseball journey really stands out as a story of grit and perseverance in Major League Baseball. This right-handed

Danny Murphy’s pro baseball career really stands out as one of the more unusual stories in Major League Baseball. Not

Gerald William Arrigo put together a solid ten-year run as a left-handed pitcher in Major League Baseball, competing from 1961

Julio Navarro wrapped up his major league career in 1970, finishing an eight-year run as a relief pitcher for three

Bob Tillman wrapped up his nine-season Major League Baseball career in 1970 as a power-hitting catcher who played for three

Rich Rollins built a solid, decade-long career in Major League Baseball. He became a reliable third baseman through the 1960s,

Doc Edwards carved out a unique place in baseball history as both a player and manager. His playing career wrapped

José Tartabull isn’t exactly a household name, but if you dig into baseball history, his nine-year run in Major League

Bill Faul’s baseball career was as unconventional as it was memorable. The right-handed pitcher from Cincinnati threw his final major

Max Alvis put together a solid nine-year run in Major League Baseball as a third baseman, mostly with the Cleveland

Bob Humphreys carved out his own place in Major League Baseball during the 1960s as a relief pitcher who just

Robert Wallace Johnson, better known as “Rocky,” built a steady 11-season run in Major League Baseball before he finally hung

Lee Stange put together a solid ten-year run in Major League Baseball during the 1960s, pitching for four different teams

Tom Satriano found his way into baseball history as one of the first Los Angeles Angels when the franchise launched