Rico Carty, Braves Hall of Famer and early Dominican MLB star, dies at 85

Rico Carty, an outfielder and Braves Hall of Famer, has died at 85. He was one of the first Dominican-born players in Major League Baseball and a fan favorite in Atlanta since the Braves moved there in 1966. Carty made his MLB debut in 1963 and became a standout hitter, achieving a .366 batting average in 1970, a franchise record. He was a 1970 All-Star and was inducted into the Braves Hall of Fame in 2023. After retiring, Carty engaged in humanitarian work in the Dominican Republic. He is remembered for his contributions to baseball and his generous spirit.