Gary Carter, then with the Montreal Expos, gets ready to bat during a game against the Chicago Cubs in 1978. Though he became most famous as a Mets catcher, Carter first made his mark in Montreal, where he starred for 11 years. It was at training camp during his rookie season in 1974 that he earned the nickname Kid, a nod to his energetic, infectious enthusiasm about the sport.
Gary Carter: A Baseball Career in Photos
The Hall of Fame catcher's 21-year career included numerous awards and legendary moments