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The righthander won 8 games in a row to close the 1967 season. He then lost a tough 2-1 World Series opener.
Jose hit a home run in his first World Series at bat.
A good fielding catcher with an explosive bat is a tough man to find, but Cleveland has just such a man in backstop Duke Sims. The 25-year-old led the Carolina League with 36 doubles in 1961. In the Pacific Coast League in 1964, Duke committed only two errors.
Duke led his minor league with 745 putouts in 1960. He attended the University of Idaho at Moscow, Idaho.
Al was just 20 years old when he became the youngest man to win an American League batting championship in 1955. He has been an All-Star 13 times! A perennial Gold Glove winner!
Q - Who allowed the most walks in a row? A - Bill Gray in 1909 - 7 straight batters.
In 61 games for the Browns in 1950. Hit .247, driving in 13 runs on 44 base blows. Billy was the property of the Philadelphia Athletics when they sent him to the Buffalo Bisons for the 1949 season. He was rated the International League's top shortstop. Hit .278 in 109 games. Had six homers among his 105 base hits. Drove in 56 runs. Traded to Browns by the A's for the 1950 campaign.
2024 Topps Heritage Set (Baseball)
Evan celebrated his 21st birthday in 2023 with a promotion to Triple-A Round Rock. He had four hits in his first six at-bats. He was the No. 8 prospect in midseason (MLB Pipeline).
What is a "portsider"? A left-handed pitcher.
Injecting energy into the lineup as a September call-up in 2023, Jasson joined Shelley Duncan (2007) as just the second Yankees player to homer three times within his first five MLB games. "He's got power, bat speed and strike-zone discipline," skipper Aaron Boone says. "He's had that really from a young age, the ability to understand the strike zone."
2018 Topps Update "Update Series" (Baseball)
A key part of the Tampa Bay Rays future arrived on May 22, 2018, when Willy was called up from Triple-A. The team's No. 1 prospect gave a sneak preview with a stunning home run off ace Chris Sale in his second at-bat, becoming the initial player ever to go deep at Tropicana Field in his first game.
2022 Topps Holiday Set (Baseball)
No shortstop can match Xander's offensive body of work since 2018- a period over which his numbers top the board in nearly every key category. He's now played the second-most Red Sox games ever at the position.
Steven specializes in strikeouts. The towering right-hander averaged a dozen per nine innings over six years on the farms. His first as a big leaguer came in his Royals debut on August 29, 2023.
Ed did a tremendous job in handling Wilbur Wood's tricky knuckleball last season, he is one of the toughest players in the game. Excels at blocking home plate.
Cars are Ed's hobby.
Teams up with Roy Campanella to make a terrific backstop combination for the Dodgers. The handicap of a bad shoulder, for the past 2 seasons, has brought down Bruce's batting average to .209 in 64 games in 1949 and .183 for 50 games in 1950. Joined the Dodgers in 1947. Batted .295. Led National League catchers in putouts and double plays. Made the All-Star team.
My Advice To Youngsters: Baseball is an All American pastime. Youngsters who are interested in the game need plenty of practice, which varies according to the age groups. The most important, and easiest, factor is throwing. It doesn't matter what position you play, you must throw well and accurately. Once you have acquired accuracy, you can practice throwing faster and harder. Get plenty of sleep and take good care of yourself. With strong bodies and alert minds, youngsters will become good "All American" citizens.
The Angels gave up two pitchers to acquire Sammy before the '68 season began. Primarily a starter, the righthander won two and saved two in relief last year.
Sammy pitched a 4-0 no-hitter in the P.C.L. in '62.
Ellie has done an excellent job of handling pitchers for Brewers and has helped club defensively. He was club's representative on the 1972 AL All-Star team.
Ellie has an outstanding throwing arm.
A crown jewel in Emerald City, Griffey glistened on and off the diamond for decades in Seattle. His playing career was adorned with a team-record 10 All-Star nods and 417 home runs, and his face was instantly recognizable on TV and print media. In retirement, he joined the franchise's Hall of Fame in 2013 and the ownership group in 2021.
1996 Upper Deck Set (Baseball)
Alomar's average never dipped below .300 after the seventh game of the 1995 season. The switch-hitting superstar won his fifth consecutive Gold Glove after committing only four errors in 643 chances on the year. His fluid fielding, his speed - he was caught stealing just three times in 1995 - and his average make him one of the finest second basemen of all-time. Alomar set an A.L. record in 1995 with 101 errorless games in a row.
2008 Upper Deck Timeline Set (Baseball)
Coming on strong in Triple-A the last couple years, Hoffpauir was elevated to the Majors in May 2008 and produced a .412 batting average over 15 games for the Cubs from 5/21 to 6/19.
2023 Topps Heritage Set (Baseball)
Showed defensive chops on May 25. Navigated around the umpire for diving stab of foul pop. Fired a strike to second base to prevent a stolen base.
First MLB home run in 7-1 win over Reds, 5-3-23.
Completing his first full season with The Twins last year, Ted's 7 triples tied him for the club lead. The tall, lefthanded batter had compiled a sensational record in the minor leagues, including two batting championships. A real speedster, he has been clocked at 3.6 seconds in getting down to first base.
Jay was tied with teammate Roger Craig for the club lead with 13 complete games in '62. A good hitter, he led the staff with 14 hits.
Jay has a Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering.
2022 Topps Gypsy Queen Set (Baseball)
In 1982, 29 years after Ernie became the first Black Chicago Cubs player, he became the franchise's first player to have his number (14) retired.
2022 Stadium Club Set (Baseball)
Cecil returned from a stint in Japan in 1990 to become an awe-inspiring slugger for the Tigers. Over his first six seasons back, he averaged 36 homers and led the AL in RBI three times. He's one of only two players in Club lore to clout 50 bombs in a campaign.
2023 Topps Archives Set (Baseball)
Xander started hot for San Diego, slashing .362/.430/.580 in his first 18 games. He's a four-time MLB All-Star and two-time World Series Champion.
Xander hit over .300 for the entire 2018-22 period (2,416 ABs).
1934 Diamond Stars Set (Baseball)
Fielding Tips - Touching the Runner. Infielders realise the danger of being spiked by baserunners. When a runner is stealing, "Buddy" Myer of the Washing-ton Senators, will dash for the bag, hug-ging it between his feet and facing the runner as he prepares to take the throw from his catcher. Thus the saw dust filled base protects his feet from the sharp spikes while also giving him a steady, firm footing. After taking the throw, Myer holds the ball a foot or two in front of the bag and close to the ground so that the runner slides in and, literally, touches himself out. Do not make the mistake of reaching to meet the runner or in trying to touch him on the body, lest he slide safely underneath the ball.
One of the four starting Pirate hurlers to post an ERA under 4.00 last year, Vern had a fine season. He has the happy knack of being able to cut the corners of the plate.
Vern tied a record by making 3 sacrifice hits in one game.
The Mets obtained the fireballing rightie from Syracuse in 1965.
Jack tossed a no-hitter at Kingsport in 1957
2008 Upper Deck Timeline Set (Baseball)
After making just 31 total appearances in the Minors, Hochevar saw action as a September call-up for Kansas City in 2007. Inserted into the Royals rotation in '08, he won three of four starts from 4/26 to 5/14.
Belted 2 Homers in opening day win, 4-10-82. Drilled 1500th career Hit, 4-21-82. Hit 2 Homers, 6-19-82.
In his first season in organized ball, Bubba topped the Pioneer League in putouts. The ballhawk returns to the American League scene this year.
Bubba enjoys reading historical fiction. He was a radio operator in the coast guard.
Reggie was the third leading winner on the Cardinals' staff in 1972, he hurled three Shutouts and 11 Complete Games. Reggie's 153 K's were 2nd to Bob Gibson.
Reggie enjoys skin diving.
2008 Upper Deck Timeline Set (Baseball)
With the Yankees expecting big things from Hughes, the young right-hander was handed his major league debut against the Blue Jays on 4/26/07. He took the loss that day but bounced back with a win in his next start (5/1).
2023 Topps Heritage Set (Baseball)
Third career four-hit game at Houston, 4-3-23. That included a tie-breaking 11th-inning HR. Heady slide at second eludes tag to evade an out, 6-26-23.
Matt hit .383 in June.
Alleged to be the most expensive player ever purchased by the Giants. His brilliant performance has proved his value: He has been a member of several All Star teams. Generally rated as the No. 1 Catcher in the National League. His record as a long clouter and great receiver is impressive. Fourth in the National League with 35 home runs last year. He fin- ished the 1947 season with a batting average of .305.
2024 Topps Heritage Set (Baseball)
Acuña Reaches 'Impossible' Milestone: Ronald held his history-making 70th stolen base over his head. One pitch later, he scored the winning run vs the Cubs in the 10th inning. He became the first 40/70 HR/ SB player ever. "It seemned impossible." Ronald said. "We were able to get it done."
The righthander became a key figure in the Angel bullpen in '65. Aubrey was originally the property of the Tigers and the Mets.
Aubrey pitched a four-hitter in his first start
2023 Topps Heritage Set (Baseball)
Illness prevented Jorge's son Mikael from seeing his father play for three years. In May, with Mikael watching for the first time, Jorge notched a save.
Earned an MLB All-Star spot for first time in 2022.
The fine fielding veteran was an All-Star selection for every minor league club with which he played. Jose is perhaps the Pirates' best utility player as he can play any infield or outfield position. He's also an excellent pinch-hitter.
In 1962 Jose led the N.L. shortstops in fielding.Jose has a .368 World Series batting average.