Thursday, January 2, 2025

1962 Back-O'-The-Card: Joe Pepitone (1962 rookie card)

Born and raised in Brooklyn, Joe could be a Yankee star of the future. Last year at New York's Amarillo club of the Texas League, he led the team with 21 home runs and a .525 slugging percentage, while batting .316 with 87 RBIs. The Yankees are also greatly impressed with his defensive skill at first base and center field.

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