LA Angels 1961-65 Wool Shawl Collar Sweater

REPLICA ON-FIELD BASEBALL SWEATERS JUST LIKE HOW THEY WORE IT

History: After six decades of two eight-team leagues, the first wave of MLB expansion came in 1961 when the American League added two clubs. The new SoCal-based AL team took the name of the historical Pacific Coast League club, the LA Angels, and played their first year in the PCL team’s park, Wrigley Field. In 1962 the Angels moved into Dodger Stadium until their own ballpark in Anaheim was ready in 1965, at which team the club became known as the California Angels.

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.