Atlanta Braves 1974 Wool Shawl Collar Sweater

Description

REPLICA ON-FIELD BASEBALL SWEATERS JUST LIKE HOW THEY WORE IT History: When the former Boston and then Milwaukee Braves moved to Atlanta in 1966, MLB planted its flag in the American South for the first time. Keeping with the trend that accompanied the new double-knit uniforms in the early 1970s, the Braves jettisoned their traditional emblems and colors, and adopted a palette of light blue and red, with a new stylized lowercase “a”. Although derided as “softball uniforms” at the time, this Braves style is firmly in the memory of fans because it coincides with Hank Aaron’s breaking of Babe Ruth’s monumental career home run record in 1974. When we released our first collection of shawl-collar MLB sweaters, we were delighted with the response. Of course, one common reaction was “Where’s my team?” Of course, as the shawl collar sweaters were worn on-field only into the early 1930s, our original selections were limited to the original sixteen clubs. But what if newer teams wore these sweaters? We created new designs to include expansion teams like the New York Mets and Los Angeles Angels, relocated teams like the Oakland Athletics and Baltimore Orioles, and updates to original teams like the Cubs and Giants. These alpaca/wool blend sweaters are made to the same exacting specifications as the ones from the early 20th century. They feature thick buttons and sewn felt chest emblems. Perfect for that off-season cold weather, sitting by the fireplace, and those early Spring Training games.