Mickey Mantle and Roger Maris were two iconic baseball players who made history during the 1961 Major League Baseball (MLB) season. They were both members of the New York Yankees and played integral roles in the team's success. Here's an overview of their careers and their notable achievements:**Mickey Mantle:**1. **Early Career:** Mickey Mantle, full name Mickey Charles Mantle, was born on October 20, 1931, in Spavinaw, Oklahoma. He made his MLB debut with the New York Yankees in 1951.2. **Switch-Hitter and Power:** Mantle was known for his exceptional power as a switch-hitter, meaning he could bat both left-handed and right-handed. He was a prolific home run hitter and a multi-time American League (AL) Most Valuable Player (MVP).3. **Accomplishments:** Mantle won seven World Series championships with the Yankees and was named an All-Star 20 times during his career.4. **Injuries:** Despite his incredible talent, Mantle's career was plagued by injuries, including knee problems, which limited his playing time and affected his performance.5. **Legacy:** Mantle is regarded as one of the greatest baseball players of all time and was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1974. He passed away on August 13, 1995.**Roger Maris:**1. **Early Career:** Roger Maris, full name Roger Eugene Maris, was born on September 10, 1934, in Hibbing, Minnesota. He played for several teams during his MLB career before joining the New York Yankees in 1960.2. **1961 Season:** Maris is best known for his remarkable 1961 season when he, along with Mantle, chased Babe Ruth's single-season home run record of 60. Maris broke the record by hitting 61 home runs that season, a record that stood until it was surpassed by Mark McGwire in 1998 (amid controversy).3. **Controversy:** Maris's achievement was met with some controversy because it was achieved in a longer season (162 games) than Ruth's (154 games). Despite the controversy, Maris's record-breaking feat was widely celebrated.4. **Accomplishments:** Maris was a two-time AL MVP (1960 and 1961) and won three World Series titles with the Yankees.5. **Later Career:** After leaving the Yankees in 1966, Maris continued to play for a few more seasons with other teams before retiring from baseball.6. **Legacy:** Maris is remembered for his record-breaking season and his contributions to the Yankees' success during the early 1960s. He passed away on December 14, 1985.Mickey Mantle and Roger Maris were integral to the Yankees' success in the early 1960s, and their pursuit of Babe Ruth's home run record during the 1961 season remains one of the most iconic moments in baseball history. Their achievements continue to be celebrated by baseball fans, and they left a lasting legacy in the sport.
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