Roger Maris Crossing Home Plate After Home Run as Mickey Mantle Congratulates Him – Iconic New York Yankees Teammates and 1961 Home Run Chase Moment

his iconic black-and-white photograph captures a defining moment in New York Yankees history, as Roger Maris crosses home plate after a home run and is congratulated by teammate Mickey Mantle. Maris and Mantle were Yankees teammates from 1960 through 1966, forming one of the most powerful and memorable duos in baseball history. Their partnership reached legendary status during the 1961 season, when the two sluggers captivated the sports world in a historic home run chase that ultimately saw Maris break Babe Ruth’s single-season record with 61 home runs. Mantle, already an established Yankees icon, provided leadership and star power, while Maris delivered one of the greatest offensive seasons the game has ever seen. This photograph beautifully reflects their shared success, mutual respect, and the golden era of Yankees dominance, making it a timeless piece of Yankees memorabilia and baseball history for collectors and fans alike. Explore more historic moments in our New York Legends and New York Yankees categories to complete your collection.

•  New York Yankees photograph showing Roger Maris crossing home plate after a home run as Mickey Mantle congratulates him

• Highlights Maris and Mantle as Yankees teammates from 1960–1966, one of baseball’s most celebrated power duos

• Captures the spirit of the legendary 1961 season and the historic home run chase that defined an era

• A timeless piece of New York Yankees memorabilia