Mickey Mantle, 1965
To be at the top of your field as an athlete, you have to stay in top condition and consistently produce results. Unfortunately, it appears Mickey Mantle could not do this. He was a legendary center fielder, but his career steadily collapsed.
Mickey Mantle 1965
As can be seen at the time of this photo taken by John Dominis, Mantle’s frustration was already clear in 1965. It’s interesting how much more profound a photo can be with context.
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