The Tri-City Atoms, representing Kennewick, Pasco and Richland, Washington, were managed in back-to-back summers by Cal Ripken Sr. and Hall of Famer Duke Snider, and both won the pennant. Ripken's 1965 club went 81-58 and swept the Lewiston Broncs three games to none in the playoff; Snider's 1966 club went 57-27. Don LeJohn added a third title in 1968, giving the Kennewick, Pasco and Richland club three titles in four years.
The Atoms name is generally tied to the nearby Hanford Site, the Manhattan Project's plutonium plant. Alumni include Dave May, later traded for Hank Aaron; 1969 National League Rookie of the Year Ted Sizemore; and Ron Cey, who made his pro debut with the 1968 club.
Retro Baseball Revival celebrates historic baseball teams with unique apparel, honoring their legacy and bringing history to one-of-a-kind clothing with our old school retro baseball tees from defunct Minor League Baseball teams. All of our high quality apparel is designed, printed, and shipped within the USA. This collection features 100% original designs based on the history and nicknames of historic minor league teams.
Our premium lightweight shirts are the hugely popular Bella+Canvas brand 3001 tees. They are much lighter and thinner feeling than a traditional heavyweight tee. They also are more form fitting and feel more snug. These are generally 90% to 100% cotton, although please note that heather colors in this item are 52% cotton.
Size Guide: Fit is true to size or a little snug. Considering ordering one size up if you are normally between sizes.
Brand: Bella Canvas | Product ID: 3001
- Made with 100% Airlume combed and ring-spun cotton, a lightweight fabric (4.2 oz/yd² (142 g/m²)) that is easy to layer, breathable. Perfect for active and leisure wear.
- The retail fit that is perfect for casual and semi-formal settings. The crew neckline adds a classic, neat style that's perfect for accessorizing.
- Bella+Canvas manufactures all its products in the US and internationally in humane, no-sweat-shop, sustainable way and is part of the Fair Labor Association as well as Platinum WRAP certified.
- The tear-away label minimizes skin irritations.
- Fabric blends: Ash and Heather Prism colors - 99% cotton, 1% polyester; Heather and Solid Blend colors - 52% cotton, 48% polyester; Athletic Heather and Black Heather - 90% cotton, 10% polyester.