Rico Carty's promising baseball career was marred by injuries yet he persevered, achieving notable statistics including 1,677 hits and 204 home runs by the time he retired.
Despite serious setbacks from injuries throughout his career, including broken bones and tuberculosis, Rico Carty's resilience allowed him to play until the age of 40.
Carty reflected on his youth and career, stating, 'I had no idea how serious those offers really were. I signed with nine major league teams and three winter ball teams.'
Born in the Dominican Republic, Rico Carty had a challenging upbringing with 15 siblings but found his calling in baseball, eventually becoming a major league star.
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