Rico Carty of the Atlanta Braves started 1970 MLB All Star game as a write in vote from the fans!

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Rico Carty was first write-in All-Star (July 7, 1970)

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Roco Carty Outfielder With The Atlanta Braves 1970 Vintage Press Photo Print - Historic Images

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