Tuesday, June 16, 2020

1959 Back-O'-The-Card: Mike Baxes (Richmond Virginians)

"Mike, whose brother Jim had a brief trial with the Dodgers a few years ago, swings a hefty bat. He's had three better than .300 years in the minors
In 1955 he batted a solid .323 for San Francisco. Last season, he led the International League in doubles, hits and runs.
Mike can play anywhere on a diamond."

-1958 Topps No. 302

"After leading the International League in runs, hits and doubles in 1957, Mike returned to Kansas City last year."

-1959 Topps No. 381

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