Rico Carty, who won the 1970 NL batting title when he hit a major league-best .366 for the Atlanta Braves, has died. He was 85. Major League Baseball, the players’ association and the Braves have paid tribute to Carty on social media.
FILE - Atlanta Braves ’ Rico Carty, right, Hank Aaron, left, and Lew Burdette look up into stands at night on May 22, 1972 before exhibition game against the Brewers in Milwaukee. FILE - Atlanta Braves ’ Rico Carty, right, Hank Aaron, left, and Lew Burdette look up into stands at night on May 22, 1972 before exhibition game against the Brewers in Milwaukee.
“While his on-field accomplishments will never be forgotten, his unforgettable smile and generous nature will be sorely missed,” the team said in its statement.
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