Retired Player Successes

Retired Player Successes

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• Manager records thru the 2003 season. (To my best knowledge.)

BOB ADDIS …(7/8/02-7/13) 1 card. He also had a short career as he played outfield from 1950-53 for the Braves, Cubs, and Pirates .Lifetime .281 2 HRs 47 RBIs.

BILL ALMON …(2/12/04-4/2) Played from 1974-88. He was the starting shortstop for San Diego in 1977, but someone called Ozzie Smith came along in 1978 and Almon was sent to the bench. He led all shortstops in batting in the AL with .301 in 1981.Lifetime .254 36 HRs 296 RBIs.

FELIPE ALOU..(2/15/01-3/31)1 card. Skipper that always in the hunt for Manager of the Year. Lifetime .286 206 HRs 852 RBIs as a player, W 692- L717 .491 % as a manager.

JOE ALTOBELLI ..(3/30/04-4/7) '78 NL Manager of the Year and '83 AL Manager of the Year as he lead thoe O's to the World Championship.Lifetime W 439-L 406 .520%as a manager.

BOB ASPROMONTE Signed my card, sent 1 and a 3by5 autographed picture as requested. Ex-Met signed in 12 days. Lifetime .252 60 HRs 457 RBIs.

JERRY AUGUSTINE ..(7/22/04-8/19) Pitched from 1975-1984. He was used in the bullpen and pitched his entire career for the Brewers. Lifetime W55-L59 4.23 ERA.

ELDEN AUKER..(1/14/99-1/22) 1 index card and a note he sent back. Detroit pitcher in the 30's. Lifetime W 130- L 101.

ED BAILEY ..(1/2/04-1/7) 5 time All-Star that played for many teams from 1953-1966. Lifetime .256 155 Hrs 540 RBIs.

BOB BAILOR..(12/14/99-12/27) Sent an autographed postcard and baseball card. Lifetime .244 9 HRs 222 RBIs.

DUSTY BAKER..(4 months c/o SF)1 card and a signed picture he included. 1981, 82 All-Star. Lifetime .278 242 HRs 1013 RBIs, W840-L715 .540% as a manager.

RICK BALDWIN ..(7/21/03-8/5) Only pitched 2 seasons with the Mets in 1975-77. Lifetime W4-L7 3.59 ERA.

JIM BARR ..(8/3/04-9/15) Pitched from 1971-1983. A decent pitcher that spent many seasons with the Giants. He set amajor-league record of 41 consecutive batsmen retired which was later broken. Lifetime W101-L112 3.56 ERA.

DON BAYLOR ..(5/16/00-5/20) 1 card. 1979 MVP. Signs with good return time. Lifetime .260 338 HRs 1276 RBIs, W627- L689 .476 as a manager.

MATT BATTSLifetime .269 26 HRs 219 RBIs.

HANK BAUER ..(3/29/04-4/11) Former 3 time All-Star for the '48-'61 A's and Yankees. Former manager in 60's. Lifetime W594-L534 .527% as a manager.

BUDDY BELL..(4/5/00-4/21 c/o Colorado) 1 card. Lifetime .279 201 HRs 1106 RBIs, W339-L446 .432 as a manager.

VERN BENSON..(10/21/99-10-16)1 card and picture he sent. Played in only 55 games from 1943-53. Was the Braves' manager for 1 day after MLB would not allow the owner Ted Turner manage.

JIM BIBBY ...(1/18/03-1/29) 1 card. A decent pitcher that at times was overpowering. He spent two years in Viet Nam after he was drafted. On July 30, 1973 he no hit the A's. An All-Star in 1980 when he posted a 19-6 record.Lifetime W111-L101 3.76 ERA.

CY BLOCK..(1/23/01-2/2)Played for the Cubs in the 40s. Signed my card and threw one of his own. Only played in 17 games. Lifetime .302 0 HRs 5 RBIs.

BERT BLYVELEN..(7/28/99-8/22)1 card. Personalized from a member of the 3000 strikeout club! 1973, 85 All-Star. Lifetime W287-L250.

BARRY BONNELL ..(7/22/04-8/11) Played from 1977-1986 as a reserve. His best year was 1983, when he hit .318 10 HR 54 RBIs. Lifetime .272 56 HRs 355 RBIs.

RAY BOONE ..(2/9/04-2/25) Played from 1948-1960. He is the father of Bob Boone and grandfather of Bret Boone and Aaron Boone. A rare three generations of baseball players. He was elected to the All-Star team in 1954 and 1956. Lifetime .275 151 HRS 737 RBIs.

GREG BRILEY ..(7/17/03-8/16) Had a brief career from 1988-1993 for the Mariners and Marlins.Lifetime .253 29 HRs 135 RBIs.

BRUCE BOCHY ..(2/11/03-3/1) 1 card. Played from 1978-87 as a backup catcher and pinch hitter and currently the manager for San Diego. He was elected Manager of the Year in 1996. A SPRING TRAINING SUCCESS.Lifetime .239 26 HRs 93 RBIs as a player, W630-L648 .499% as a manager.

MIKE BODDICKER ..(1/21/03-2/28) 1 card. A master of slow breaking balls. Made the All-Star team in 1984 when he led the league in wins and ERA. Lifetime W134-L116 3.80 ERA.

JOHN BOLES..(2/17/01-2/27)Signed my card and included a cardboard 5x7 autographed and a glossy personalized 5x7! Lifetime W205-L241 .460 as a manger.

MILT BOLLING …(6/29/02-7/8) 1 card. Had a brief career playing SS-2B in 1952-58 for the Red Sox, Senators, and Tigers.Lifetime .241 19 HRs 94 RBIs.

BOB BOONE..(around 1 month)1 card. A former catcher that has much history in the game.Lifetime .254 105 HRs, 826 RBIs, W247-L302 .450 as a manager.

BOB BORKOWSKI..(12/27/99-1/3)1 card. Played in the 50's for the Cubs and Reds. Lifetime .251 16HRs 112RBIs

STEVE BOROS ..(10/6/04-10/29) Played off and on from 1957-1958 and 1961-1965. Was used a back up. He also managed two seasons with the 1983 A's and 1986 Padres and finished with 74-88 records with both clubs. Lifetime .245 26 HRs 149 RBIs, W168-L200 .450% as a manager.

SHAWN BOSKIE ..(8/18/03-10/1) Pitched from 1990-1998 for several teams. He gave up a homerun to Cal Ripken Jr. in Cal's 2,131st consecutive game, breaking Lou Gehrig's record. Lifetime W49-L63 5.14 ERA.

BOB BOTZ ..(10/16/99-11/13)1 index card and 4 cards he included. Pitched 63 innings in his only year in MLB with the '62 Angels.Lifetime W2-L1 3.43 ERA.

CLETE BOYER..(2 years)Former A, Yank, & Brave. Played '55-'71 Lifetime .242 162 HRs 654 RBIs.

LARRY BOWA..(4/5/00-4/24 c/o M's)1 card. Former Cub and Phillie.4 time All-Star. Lifetime .260 99 HRs 525 RBIs, W247-L284 .465 as a manager.

BUDDY BRADFORD .. (10/30-11/13) Played from 1966-1976. He is one of the few players to hit a home run over the Comiskey Park roof. Lifetime .226 52 HRs 175 RBIs.

RALPH BRANCA …(9/12/02-9/25) 1 card. He threw the pitch Bobby Thomson hit for "the shot heard round the world" to win the 1951 playoff.In 1947, he won 21 games for the Dodgers at age 21. He made the All-Star team in 1947-49.Lifetime W88-L68 3.79 ERA.

SID BREAM ..(7/18/03-8/23) Played from 1983-1994. He set the NL record with 166 assists at first base in 1986 breaking Fred Tenney’s NL record of 152 which Tenney set in 1905. He also included a religious pamphlet, which was very interesting.Lifetime .264 90 HRs 455 RBIs.

BOB BRENLY …(8/24/02-10/28) 1 card. The Giants' starting catcher from 1984 to 1987. He was signed as a third baseman out of Ohio University (where he tied Mike Schmidt's single-season HR record).Lifetime .247 91 HRs 333 RBIs, W190-L134 .586% as a manager.

JACK BREWER NY Giants picher in 1941,44-46. Signed my card and sent personalized billfold picture. Lost his job in '46 when the regulars came back after the war. Lifetime W9-L10.

KEN BRETT..(5/6/02-5/18)1 card. Overshadowed by younger brother George, Ken became the youngest pitcher to pitch in a World Series game in 1967. He also set a record for pitchers in 1973 by homering in four straight starts with the Phillies. All-Star in 1974. Lifetime W83-L85

DAVE BRISTOL..(10/25/99-11/4)1 card. Former manager. Left Cincinnati when Sparky replaced him in 1970. Lifetime W658-L764 .463 as a manager.

GREG BROCK ..(9/17/04-9/28) Played from 1982-1991. He took over first base replacing a popular Dodger, Steve Garvey. 7th. Lifetime .247 102 HRs 406 RBIs.

DICK BRODOWSKI …(5/17/02-5/24) 1 card. A right handed pitcher that played in 1952 and 1955-59 for the Red Sox, Senators, and Indians. Signed my '53 reprint in exactly a week.Lifetime W9-L11 4.76 ERA.

HAL BROWN ..(1/2/04-1/15) Pitched from 1951-1964. His best pitch was the knuckleball which he could pinpoint. Lifetime W85-L62 3.81 ERA.

GLENN BRUMMER>>(7/3/04-7/20) Played only in 178 games for the Cardinals from 1981-1985. Sat a lot in the dugout during those times but it helps me fill the 1984 Topps set. Lifetime .251 1 HR 27 RBIs.

TOM BRUNANSKY Played from 1981-1994. He had some great years and popular with the fans in Minnesota. He made the All-Star team in 1985. Was sent c/o his home on August 4th. Lifetime .245 271 HRs 919 RBIs.

JEFF BURROUGHS …(10/23/02-11/12) 1 card. He led the league in RBIs he won the Most Valuable Player Award in 1974.Lifetime .261 234 HRs 854 RBIs.

AL BUMBRY..(2/8/99-2/18) 1 index card and 3 by 5 picture that he sent. Played with the O's '72-'84. Lifetime .283 53 HRs 392 RBIs.

LEW BURDETTE ..(5/18/02-6/7) 1 card. Won 20 games in 1958 and 21 in '59. His 2.70 ERA topped the NL in 1956. In two All-Star Games, he allowed only one run in seven innings. Won three complete games in the 1957 World Series and he no-hit the Phillies on August 18, 1960.Lifetime W203-L144 3.66 ERA.

TOMMY BYRNE ..(1/2/04-1/15) Pitched from 1943-1957. Sometimes used as a pinch hitter and he had 18 homers in his career. Lifetime W85-L69 4.11 ERA.

SAM CALDERONE ..(6 months, rec Dec. 02) 1 card. Only played 91 games in his short career that was in 1950, 53-54 for the Giants and Braves.

BILL CAMPBELL ..(7/8/04-7/16) Pitched from 1973-1987 for several teams. He was used as relief and was elected to the All Star team in 1977. Won 17 games in 1976 which is an AL relief record. Lifetime W83-L68 3.55 ERA.

JOE CARTER..(6/7/01-7/24) Signed my card c/o WGN/TV. Who could forget the shot he hit in the World Series? 1991, 94, 96 All-Star. Lifetime .259 396 Hrs 1445 RBIs.

PHIL CAVARRETTA ….(7/1/02-7/8) Played 1st and outfield in 1934-55 for the Cubs and White Sox. He was manager in 1951-53 for the Cubs. An All-Star in 1944, 46, 47 and he won the Most Valuable Player Award in 1945..Lifetime

RON CEY ..(6/26/03-7/5)1 card. 1974, 79 All-Star. Lifetime .261 316 HRs 1134 RBIs.

BUBBA CHURCH..(10/15/99-10/21)1 card. Passed away on September 17, 2001.

GIL COAN ..(1/7/03-1/15) 1 card. Played outfield for the Senators , Orioles, White Sox, Giants from 1946-56. Signed my card and sent a small note. Lifetime .254 39 HRs 278 RBIs.

JERRY COLEMAN Former teammate of Joltin' Joe and The Mick. 1948 All-Star and managed 1980 Padres. Lifetime .263 16 Hrs 217 RBIs, 73-89 .451 as a manager

KEVIN COLLINS ...(12/4/02-12/13) Played third and second base from 1965-71 for the Mets, Expos, and Tigers.

GENE CONLEY ..(1/7/04-1/27) A three time All-Star in 1954,55, and 1959. An interesting note: He played basketball for the Boston Celtics in the off season.Lifetime W91-L96 3.82 ERA.

BILL CONSOLO ..(1/21/04-1/28) Played from 1953-1962 for the Red Sox and the Senators. Used as a reserve and pinch runner.Lifetime .221 9 HRs 83 RBIs.

CECIL COOPER ..(9/7/99-9/21/ c/o Brewers) 1 card. Former cleanup for the Brew crew. 5-time All-Star. Lifetime .298 241 HRs 1125 RBIs

PAT CORRALES …(11/18/02-11/29) 1 card. He spent much of his career as the backup catcher to Johnny Bench in Cincinnati. He managed the Rangers, Phillies, and the Indians. On 7/18/83 he became the only manager to be fired with his team in first place when Philadelphia fired him.

PETE COSCARART ..(1/23/01-2/1) Played from '38-'43 for Brooklyn and Pittsburg. 1940 All-Star. He included a personalized 3x5. Lifetime .243 28 HRs 269 RBIs Passed away in 2002.

BOBBY COX..(6 months) 1 card. Lifetime .225 9 HRs 58 RBIs, W1704-L1345 .559 as a manager

ROGER CRAIG..(2/3/99-3/5 ) 1 card. Former pitcher, manager for the Giants. Lifetime 74-98, W423-L404 as a manager.

FRANK CROSETTI..(1/15/99-1/22) 1 index card and a b&w picture he sent. Teammate Of Babe Ruth. 1936,39 All-Star. Lifetime .245 98 HRs 649 RBIs. Passed away on Feb. 11,2002

JOSE CRUZ ...(4/4/00-5/2)1 card. Former Astro that is on coaching staff. 1980, 85 All-Star. Lifetime .284 165 HRs 1077 RBIs

MIKE CUBBAGE …(10/21/02-10/28) 1 card. Played from 1974-81 for the Rangers, Twins, and Mets.

JOE CUNNINGHAM..(10/16/99-11/5)1 index card and a small b&w photo that he sent. 1959 All-Star. Lifetime .291 64 HRs 436 RBIs

JOHN CURTIS ..(6/11/04-6/23) Pitched from 1970-1984 for several teams. He was the first U.S. pitcher to defeat Cuba in the Pan American games. His best season was in 1973 when he won 13 games. Lifetime W89-L97 3.96ERA.

KAL DANIELS ...(1/29/03-3/12) 1 card. Played from 1986-93 and had his career cut short because of bad knees(6 operations before the age of 25). His best year was in 1987 when he hit .334 with 26 HR and 26 stolen bases.Lifetime .285 104 HRs 360 RBIs.

DARREN DAULTON..(1/23/99-2/9) 1 card. Played behind the plate for the Phillies.

ANDRE DAWSON..(7/7/04-8/14) One of my favorite players. The Hawk would get my vote for the Hall of Fame. 8 time All-Star, 8 time Gold Glove winner, and won the Most Valuable Player Award in 1987. Lifetime .279 438 HRs 1591 RBIs.

KEN DAYLEY ..(7/22/04-8/13) Pitched from 1982-1993 for the Braves, Cardinals, and Blue Jays. He was used as a reliever. Lifetime W33-L45 3.64 ERA.

DOUG DeCINCES ..(6/11/04-7/4) Played from 1973-1987 and was elected to the All-Star team in 1983. He is one of only a few players ever to hit three home runs in a game twice in the same season. Lifetime .259 237 HRs 879 RBIs.

BOB DEL GRECO …(6/29/02-7/8) 1 card. Signed my '53 reprint.

RICK DEMPSEY ...(6/19/03-7/24) Played behind the plate for 1,766 games. In his career he achieved the rare distinction of catching a game in four different decades. His highlight was winning the 1983 World Series MVP. Was sent c/o O's.Lifetime .233 96 HRs 471 RBIs.

BUCKY DENT..(7/2/01-7/13) Former SS that played in 70's & 80's and current coach for the Rangers. Sent card back un-signed but included an autographed 3 by 5 postcard and a typed letter.

ROB DIBBLE ..(4/12/04-4/21) Pitched from 1988-95. Former nasty boy for the Reds that was elected to the All-Star team in 1990-91. Lifetime W27-L25 89 Saves 2.98 ERA.

LARRY DIERKER ..(10/21/02-10/30) 1 card. All-Star in 1969 and the 1971 Manager of the Year in 1998. In 1969 became the first Astro to win 20 games.

JACK DITTMER Played 1952-1957 for the Braves and Tigers. Used as a backup. Lifetime .232 24 HRs 136 RBIs.

DOUG DRABEK ..(5/13/03-5/27) Pitched from 1986-98 for 5 different teams. In 1990 he had 22 wins and a 2.76 ERA to claim the NL Cy Young Award. He signed my baseball with "1990 NL Cy Young" as requested. Lifetime W155-L134 3.73 ERA.

DAVE DRAVECKY ..(11/24/02-12/16) 1 card. Played from 1982-89 for the Padres and Giants. Was elected to the All-Star team in 1983. His career and almost his life was cut short due to a cancerous tumor in his pitching arm. He had his left arm amputated to alleviate chronic infection and nerve damage.

MAHLON DUCKETT..(1/22/01-1/29) Another player from the Negro Leagues. Played '40-'50 for Philly and Homestead Grays. He included a b&w 3x5.

JERRY DYBZINSKI ..(7/24/04-8/19) Played from 1980-85 for the Cleveland Indians. Sit mostly on the bench during his career. Lifetime .234 3 HRs 93 RBIs.

MIKE EASLER ..(1/27/03-2/28) 1 card. Played from 1973-87 for several teams. In 1984 he had career highs of 27 HR and 91 RBI.Lifetime .293 118 HRs 522 RBIs.

ED ERAUTT..(10/22/99-10/29)1 card. Former pitcher.Lifetime W15-L23.

CARL ERSKINE ….(5/18/02-6/28) 1 card. 1954 All-Star that played for the Brooklyn Dodgers from 1948-59. Went 20-6 in 1953 and he had two no-hitters: on June 19, 1952 against the Cubs, and on May 12, 1956 against the Giants. When asked what What was the highlight of your career? His answer was “Pitching in eleven World Series games. Won two, lost two. The two wins were unusual and exciting. Fifth game 1952, Yankee Stadium, pitched all eleven innings to win. Third game 1953, won 3-2 and set a World Series strike out record of 14 - Mantle four times. “

NICK ESASKY …(9/9/02-9/25) 1 card. Esasky replaced Johnny Bench at third base for the Reds in 1983. In 1989, he set career highs with a .277 average, 30 homers and 117 RBIs with the Red Sox. The following season, Esasky developed an inner ear infection that caused vertigo and the debilitating dizziness that followed quickly removed him from the starting lineup.

DARRELL EVANS..(11/17/99-12/7)1 card. Former Tiger great and current manager in triple A. 1973, 83 All-Star. Lifetime .248 414 HRs 1354 RBIs.

ELROY FACE..(10/20/99-10/27)Kept my index card ,sent a 3 by 5 b&w photo that he signed. Holds ML record for most relief wins in a season with 18, 17 were consecutive which is another record. Lifetime W104-L95.

BILL FAHEY ..(8/7/03-8/22)Played as a back-up catcher from 1971-1983 for the Senators, Padres, and the Tigers. I am working on the '76 set. Lifetime .241 7 HRs 83 RBIs.

TOM FOLEY ..(6/16/04-6/29) Played from 1983-1995 as a back up for the Reds, Phillies, Expos, and Pirates. Lifetime .244 32 HRs 263 RBIs.

KEN FORSCH ..(7/25/02-8/6)1 card. Ken and his brother Bob are the only brothers to hurl no-hitters. In 1976 he was named to the NL All-Star team as a reliever and finished the season with 19 saves for the Astros. In 1981 he was named to the AL All-Star team for his work as a starter with the Angels.

GEORGE FOSTER ..(10/29/02-12/23)1 baseball. One of the most underrated member of the "Big Red Machine". Won the 1977 MVP award and signed my baseball. His fee is $25 but he returned my check with VOID written on it. An early gift for me. Sometimes he will do this but don't count on it.

TERRY FRANCONA ..(6/12/04-6/29) Played from 1981-1990 and is the son of Tito Francona that played in the '50s and '60s. Was the manager for the Phillies in 1997-2000 and now is with Boston. Lifetime .274 16 HRs 143 RBIs. W285-L363 .440% as a manager.

JIM FREY ...(1/6/03-1/17) 1 card. He was the manager in 1980-81 for Kansas City and was the Cubs manager in 1984-86.Lifetime W323-L287 .530% as a manger.

RICH GALE ..(1/31/03-4/12) Played from 1978-84 for four different teams. His best season was his rookie year which he was 14-8 with an ERA of 3.09. He helped the Royals to the AL pennant in 1980 when he went 13-9, 3.91 ERA. Lifetime W55-L56 4.53 ERA.

GENE GARBER..(1/26/00-2/7)1 card. Braves closer that stopped Rose's hitting streak with a strikeout. Lifetime W96-L113.

RON GARDENHIRE ..(7/15/04-7/25) Only year he played full time was 1982 with the Mets, then used as a utility man going between Triple-A and New York until 1985. He is currently the Twin’s 3rd base coach. Was sent c/o team. .
Lifetime .232 4 HRs 49 RBIs.

PHIL GARNER..(4/5/00-4/20 c/o Detroit)1 card. Current manager of the Tigers. Lifetime .260 109 HRs 738 RBIs, W563-L617 .477 as a manager.

NED GARVER ..(1/12/04-1/27) Pitched from 1948-1961. Made the All-Star team in 1951 when he won 20 games in a season for the Browns which lost 100 when he went 20-12. The rest of the pitching staff won only 32. Lifetime W129-L157 3.73 ERA.

STEVE GARVEY..(1/17/00-2/4)1 card. Had an excellent career with LA and San Diego. 1974 MVP and 10 time All-Star. Lifetime .294 272 HRs 1308 RBIs.

GOOSE GOSSAGE ..(7/26/03-9/2/030) A great relief pitcher and a future HOFer! 9 time All-Star. Lifetime W124-L107.

JIM GREENGRASS …(7/6/02-7/13) 1 card. Had a short career as he played from 1952-56 for the Reds and Phillies. He had 100 RBI his first full season and 27 HR his second. His promising career was cut short by phlebitis. He wrote a very nice letter and also telling me that he stayed in a hotel last week in the town I live in.

TOM GRIEVE ..(1/21/03-1/28) 1 card. Former DH/outfielder that played from 1970-79 for the Senators, Rangers, and Cardinals. He is the father of Ben Grieve and in 1984, at age 36, he became the youngest GM in the ML for Texas. Lifetime .249 65 HRs 254 RBIs.

DICK GROAT ..(6 months) 5 time All-Star and 1960 MVP, but also an All-American basketball player at Duke and averaged 12 points per game with the Fort Wayne Pistons in the NBL. He signed my baseball with “1960 MVP” as requested. Lifetime .286 39 HRs 707 RBIs.

JOHNNY GROTH..(1/8/02-1/16)1 card. Played '46-'60 with several teams. Sometimes charges, but mine was free. Lifetime .279 60 HRs 486 RBIs.

PEDRO GUERRERO..(2/8/99-6/19)1 card...home. A former Dodger that was a 5 time All-Star. Lifetime .300 215 HRs 898 RBIs.

RANDY GUMPERT ..(8/7/03-8/14) Pitched from 1936-38 and 1946-52. This 85 year old was an All-Star in 1951. On May 1, 1951 he gave up Mickey Mantle's first homerun in the Majors which he included on the baseball as requested.Lifetime W51-L59 4.17 ERA.

TONY GWYNN ..(rec. 11/8/00) 1 card. One of the best of all time. Holds 8 batting titles. The Hall awaits! Fourth success with him. Lifetime .338 134 HRs 1121 RBIs.

ATLEE HAMMAKER ..(2/13/03-3/11) 1 card. Pitched from 1981-1995 and was an All-Star in 1983. In that same season he led the league in ERA (2.25).
Lifetime W55-L57 3.54 ERA.

BILL HANDS ..(11/26/02-12/18) 1 card. Played from 1965-75 for the Giants, Cubs, and Twins. Won 20 games and led Cubs' staff with a 2.49 ERA in 1969.

STEVE HARGAN ..(11/29/02-12/11) A right handed pitcher that played from 1965-77 for several teams. He was an All-Star in 1967 with Cleveland and in 1970 he went 11-3 with a 2.90 ERA.

MIKE HARGROVE..(8/17/98-1/22/99 c/o Indians) 1 card. 1975 All-Star. Lifetime .290 79 HRs 659 RBIs.

BUD HARRELSON ..(3 mon. c/o home) 1 card. Played on 69 Mets. 2 time All-Star. Lifetime .236 7 HRs 267 RBIs.

GRADY HATTON..(10/22/99-1/11/00)1 card. Reds 2nd baseman in 40's,50's. All-Star in '52. Lifetime .254 91 HRs 533 RBIs.

VON HAYES ..(5/5/04-7/13) Was elected to the 1989 All-Star team and was the 1st player to hit two home runs in the first inning in MLB history. Lifetime .267 143 HRs 696 RBIs.

SOLLY HEMUS ..(7/22/02-8/8) 1 card. Played from 1949-59 for the Cardinals and Phillies and was manager in 1959-61 for the Cardinals. He led the NL three times in HBP and in 1952, Hemus scored 105 runs to tie teammate Stan Musial for the NL lead. Since 1959 there have been only five ML playing managers: Pete Rose, Frank Robinson, Joe Torre, Don Kessinger, and Hemus.

DAVE HENDERSON ..(5/2/04-5/15) Played from 1981-1994 and another guy that hit for power and not average. He had a good career and was elected to the 1991 All-Star team. Lifetime .258 197 HRs 708 RBIs.

TOM HENKE … (8/27/02-1/30) 1 card. One of the better relievers of the late 1980s and two time All-Star. The 6th pitcher in MLB history to reach 300 saves. Lifetime W41-L42 2.67 ERA 314 Saves.

GENE HERMANSKI ..(7/22/02-8/9) 1 card. An outfielder that played in 1943and 46-53 for the Dodgers, Cubs, and Pirates.

ED HERRMANN ..(8/15/03-10/1) Played behind the plate from 1967-1978 for diffent teams. Made the All-Star team in 1974. Lifetime .240 80 HRs 320 RBIs.

WHITEY HERZOG ..(1/3/01-1/9)1 card. Former St. Louis manger. Known as The White Rat. Lifetime .257 25 HRs 172 RBIs, W1281-L1128 .532 as a manager.

MARC HILL ..(7/22/03-8/7) Played from 1973-86 for 4 different teams. A catcher that was great behind the plate but below average with the bat. He was used as a backup catcher during his career. Lifetime .223 34 HRs 198 RBIs.

CHUCK HILLER..(1/3/00-1/10)Signed my idex card. First player to hit a grand slam in the World Series. Lifetime .243 20 Hrs 152 RBIs.

BURT HOOTEN ..(11/16/03-2/4/04) Played from 1971-1985. In his fourth major league start, he threw a no hitter against the Phillies. Was a member of the 1981 All-Star team.Lifetime W151-L136 3.38 ERA.

CHARLIE HOUGH ..(9/17/04-10/24) Probably not a HOFer but, an excellent pitcher with a heck of a knuckler. '86 All-Star. Lifetime W174-L157.

FRANK HOWARD ...(11/7/02-11/14)1 card. Won the 1960 NL Rookie of the Year and led the league in HRs in 1968 and 1970. All-Star in 1968-71. He also managed for the Padres and Mets in '81 &'83.

SID HUDSON ..(4/17/02-4/29) His best major league mark was 17-16 as a rookie in 1940. At age 39, he became a longtime pitching coach, instructor, and scout. 1941, 42 All-Star.

JIM KAAT ...(Nov. 2002-4/17/03) 3 time All-Star that won 20 games or more 3 times in his career. In 1966 he led the AL by winning 25 games and pitching 19 complete games. He shares the Major League record of 16 Gold Gloves with Brooks Robinson. An outstanding pitcher that deserves to be in the Hall of Fame. Kaat usually signs in quick return times.Lifetime W283-L237 3.45 ERA.

JUNIOR KENNEDY ..(7/21/03-8/5) Played 1974, 78-83 for the Reds and Cubs. He was Cincinnati's second baseman in 1978-79 while Joe Morgan was hurt. Lifetime .248 4 HRs 95 RBIs

RON KITTLE ..(5/3/04-5/13) Played from 1982-1991 and could knock the cover off when he did not strike out. He was elected to the All-Star team and also won the AL Rookie of the Year award in 1983. Lifetime .239 176 HRs 460 RBIs.

RON KLINE..(10/20/99-10/27)1 index card and a 3by5 picture he sent. Passed away in 2002.

RAY KNIGHT ..(4/2/03-4/16) Former player that played from 1974-88 for several teams. Was fired as Cincinnati's manager in the late 90's and now currently a coach for the Reds. Also was a regular on ESPN's Baseball Tonight few years back. A two time All-Star signed my card that was sent c/o Reds. A surprise to get this one back. Usually does not sign and this is the first time he has signed for me in 5 tries.Lifetime .271 84 HRs 595 RBIs.

JOE JOHNSON ..(2/26/03-3/7) 1 card. Only played 2 years with the Braves and Blue Jays during 1985-87. He won 13 games as a starting pitcher in 1986. Even though he played in few games, I remember watching him pitch on TBS.Lifetime W20-L18 4.48 ERA.

RANDY JOHNSON ..(7/11/04-8/3) Not the lefty from Arizona but played from 1982-1984. Played very little but again, it helps me fill the 84 set. Lifetime .267 6 HRs 53 RBIs.

SPIDER JORDENSON..(12/9/99-12/27) 1 index and a nice b/w picture he included.

STEVE KEMP ..(1/26/04-2/2) Played from 1977-1988 for several teams. He made the All-Star team in 1979. Lifetime .278 130 HRs 634 RBIs.

CLYDE KING ..(1/31/03-2/10) 1 card. Former right handed pitcher that played from 1944-53 for the Dodgers and Reds. He was the star of the Dodger bullpen in 1951, going 14-7 with six saves. He also managed three major league teams; Giants (1969-1970), Braves (1974-1975), and the Yankees in 1982. Lifetime W32-L25 4.14 ERA as a player, W235-L231 .504 % as a manager. .

DON LARSON.....(2/5/99-2/23) 1 index and pricelist he sent which is reasonable. Pitched a perfect game in World Series ,only one to do it.

LERRIN LaGROW ..(7/22/03-8/5) One of the interesting names that I have recieved. Pitched from 1970-80 for several teams. First two seasons he was a starter then went to the bullpen where he had successful years. Lifetime W34-L55 4.11 ERA.

PAUL LaPALME..(1/22/00-2/1)1 index card. Included a hand written note and a nice 3by5 b&w photo he included. Lifetime W24-L45.

DAVE LaPOINT ..(7/10/04-7/23) Pitched from 1980-1991 for several teams. Was an average pitcher and was involved in the trade that sent Rollie Fingers, Ted Simmons, and Pete Vuckovich to the Brewers. Lifetime W80-L86 4.02 ERA.

TONY LaRUSSA....(8/24/98-4/8/99 c/o Cardinals)1 card. Waited a long time from this manager. Replies much quicker usually. 1983, 1988, and 1992 Mananger of the Year. Lifetime .199 0 HRs 7RBIs in 132 games, W1827-L1647 .526% as a manager.

VANCE LAW ..(11/20/03-12/2) Son of Vern Law that made the All-Star team in 1988.
Lifetime .257 71 HRs 433RBIs.

VERN LAW …(6/24/02-7/3) 1 card. In 1960, he won the Cy Young Award with a 20-9 record and a league-high 18 complete games. He signed my '53 reprint with a black sharpie.

CHARLIE LEA ...(10/1/02-10/()1 card. An excellent starter for the Expos for several seasons, Lea was the NL's starting and winning pitcher in the 1984 All-Star Game, then saw his career ruined by arm problems that forced him to miss the entire 1985 & 1986 seasons.Lifetime W62-L48 3.54 ERA.

TED LEPCIO ..(7/25/02-8/5) 1 card. Played from 1952-61 for the Red Sox, Tigers, Phillies, White Sox, and Twins. Made the Rookie All-Star team in 1952. Also sent a autographed picture.

CLEM LABINE ...(7/25/02-8/17) 1 card. One of baseball's premier relievers in the 1950s. He helped the Dodgers to four pennants. He was 13-5 in a NL-leading 60 appearances with the 1955 World Champions and league leader in saves the next two seasons. He retired Dodger-killer Stan Musial 49 consecutive times. After leaving the Dodgers, Labine pitched for the Pirates in the 1960 WS. All-Star in 1956-57.

JIM LEYLAND..(8/29/98-9/4).C/O Marlins. Was Manager from 1986-1999. Won the Manager of the Year award in 1990, 1992. Lifetime W1069-L1131 .486%.

JOHNNY LOGAN ..(4/1/04-4/15) Played from 1951-1963 for the Braves and Pirates. He was elected to the All-Star team in 1955, 1957-1959. Lifetime .268 93 HRs 547 RBIs.

DAVEY LOPES ..(4/4/00-5/1) 1 card. Manager of the Brew Crew. Former 2nd baseman of A's and Dodgers. A 3-time All Star. Lifetime .263 155HRs 614RBIs.

DON LUND …(6/20/02-6/27) 1 card. Played in the outfield in 1945, 47-49, 52-54 for the Dodgers, Browns, and Tigers.

GREG LUZINSKI..(7/3/01-7/24) One of my favorite players when I was growing up. THE BULL could hit 'em long and hard. 3 time All-Star. Lifetime .276 307HRs 1128 RBIs.

DOUG FLYNN ..(6/24/03-6/30) An infielder that played from 1975-84 and won a Gold Glove in 1980. He was wonderful on defense but did lack somewhat at the bat. Lifetime .238 7 HRs 282 RBIs.

FRED LYNN ..(6/12/03-6/19) Well I did like most of us and decided to try Lynn and get that classic blue index card. Wished he signed my card but I am happy to recieve the index. He won Most Valuable Player Award in 1975 and was a 9 time All-Star. He is the only player to have a grand slam in All-Star play. Lifetime .284 300 HRs 1088 RBIs.

LLOYD McCLENDON ..(4/17/02-4/24) 1 card. Another skipper that needs some time to turn the Buc's around and he looks like he is on the right track from last years' 100 loses.

GIL McDOUGALD ..(1/27/03-2/8) 1 baseball. Beat out teammate Mickey Mantle to win the 1951 Rookie of the Year award and was the first rookie to hit a grand slam in the World Series. An All-Star in 1952, 56,57,58, and 1959. Member of eight Yankee pennant-winners, McDougald ranks among the leaders with 53 WS games and 190 WS at-bats. At age 33 he retired rather than join the Washington Senators. Signed my baseball with "1951 ROY" as requested. Lifetime .276 112 HRs 576 RBIs.

JACK McKEON …(10/21/02-10/28)1 card. Trader Jack has been managing since 1973 off and on with the latest job with Cincinnati which Boone replaced him.

TOM McCARTHY …(3/3/03-4/12)Played 10 years in the minors before being called up in 1989 for the White Sox. (Pitched 5 innings for Boston in 1985) Pitched 67 innings that year and ended up with a 3.51 ERA. Sent to his home on March 3rd.

BEN McDONALD ..(1/11/04-1/24) Pitched from 1989-1997 for the Orioles amd Brewers. Lifetime W78-L70 3.91 ERA.

TUG McGRAW…(1/19/02-2/13) 1 card. Former great that was the closer for the Phills in 70's and 80's. Cool looking signature. All-Star in 1972 and 75. Lifetime W96-L92.

JOHN McNAMARA (4/4/04-5/3) Manager from 1969-1988 for different teams and did well. He has one of the smallest autos I have seen in a while. Lifetime W1048-L1078 .493% as a manager.

MORRIS MARTIN ..(11/26/02-1/18) 1 card. Former pitcher that played from 1949 and 1951-59. Served in WWII and wounded several times. "Morrie" was the A's 1st choice in the 1950 draft. Was 11-4 in his rookie season.
Lifetime W38-L34 3.93 ERA.

J.C. MARTIN ..(8/14/04-11/1) Played from 1959-1972 for the White Sox, Mets, and Cubs. He usually signs much quicker than mine. . Lifetime .222 32 HRs 230 RBIs.

TIPPY MARTINEZ ..(1/29/03-2/7) 1 card. 1983 All-Star that played from 1974-88 for the Yankees, Orioles, the Twins. Mainly used in the bullpen in his career and finished with 115 saves. Lifetime W55-L42 3.45 ERA.

GENE MAUCH..(1/6/03-1/18) 2 cards. Former manager for the Phillies, Expos, Twins, and Angels. Won Manager of the Year 3 different times. Played 2B and SS for serveral teams from 1944-57. He included the '82 Donruss.Lifetime .239 5 HRs 62 RBIs as a player, W1901-L2037 .483% as a manger.

RICK MANNING ..(7/24/03-8/12) Played from 1975-1987 for the Indians and the Brewers. He won a Gold Glove in 1976 with Cleveland. Lifetime .257 56 HRs 458 RBIs.

JERRY MANUEL..(2/15/01-2/27) White Sox manager won 95 games in 2000. Lifetime .150 3 HRs 13 RBIs as a player, W155-L168 as a manager.

MARTY MARION ...(11/20/02-12/6) 1 baseball and card. One of the best shortstop in the '40's. With Marion at SS, the Cardinals won four pennants, three World Championships, and he was named to seven NL All-Star squads from 1941 through 1949. An injury cut his career short, and he managed for the Cardinals in 1951. He took over for manager Rogers Hornsby early in the 1952 season with the Browns. He was named the 1944 MVP. He signed my baseball and added "MVP N.L. 1944" as requested.

GARY MATTHEWS ..(6/9/04-6/26) Played from 1972-1987. He won the Rookie of the Year Award in 1973 and was elected to the All-Star team in 1979. He could knock the cover off the ball. Could be a ghostsigner. Lifetime .281 234 HRs 978 RBIs.

DON MATTINGLY..(12/23/99-1/11/00)Returned card unsigned but included a signed coaster from his restaurant & pricelist. One of the stars of the '80s. 5 time All-Star and 1985 MVP. Lifetime .307 222 HRs 1099 RBIs.

BOBBY MEACHAM ..(1/30/03-2/10) 1 card. Only played 457 games during his career with the Yankees during 1983-88. Lifetime .236 8 HRs 114 RBIs.

MATT MERULLO ..(8/15/03-10/7) A backup catcher that played in the 90's.

MICKEY MICELOTTA ..(3/30/04-4/12) Only had a cup of coffee in the majors. Thinked he only played 3 or 4 games. Was sent c/o home on March 30th.

RAY MILLER ..(12/12/02-12/20) Manager in 1995-96, 98-99 Twins, Orioles. Was also a longtime pitching coach. Signed my card and included 3 autographed 3by5s.

RICK MILLER…(1/17/03-1/24) 1 card. Former outfielder that played from 1971-85 for the Red Sox and Angels. In 1978 he won a Gold Glove. An interesting note, he married teammate Carlton Fisk's sister when he was with Boston.Lifetime .269 28 HRs 369 RBIs.

PAUL MOLITORr..(2 months c/o Twins) 1 card. 3,000 hits and the Hall awaits. 1980, 85 All-Star. Lifetime

DON MONEY ..(5/3/04-6/5) Played from 1968-1983 and was elected to the All Star team in 1974, 1976-1978. He was hit the 1st homerun in Veterans Stadium. Lifetime .261 176 HRs 729 RBIs.

JOSE MORALES ..(9/22/04-108) Played from 1973-1984 for several teams. Had a lot of success as a pinch hitter and ranks in the top 5 of All-Time in pinch hits.

BOBBY MORGAN …(5/10/02-5/22) 1 card. He was named International League MVP in 1949 and played in 1950, 52-58 for the Dodgers, Phillies, Cardinals, and Cubs as a SS and 3B.

HAL MORRIS ..(4/11/04-5/3)Not a household name but he was always one of my favorites. He would always bat .300+ and give it all. Played from 1988-2000 for the Reds and Yanks. Lifetime .304 76 HRs 513 RBIs.

LES MOSS ...(12/28/99-1/3)1 index card. Usually sends a picture but I struck out. Managed part of 68, 79 season with the Tigers, replaced by Sparky. Lifetime .247 63 HRs 276 RBIs, W39-L52 .429 % as a manager.

DON MUELLER ..(4/10/03-4/18) Former outfielder nicknamed "Mandrake the Magician" because of his ability to find gaps in infield defenses. His best season was 1954 when he led the NL in hits with 212 and hit .342, just barely losing the batting title to Willie Mays. He was an All-Star in 1954 and 1955. He walked away from baseball and retired after 1959 at age 32. Lifetime .296 65 HRs 520 RBIs.

DALE MURPHY ...(2 months)1 card. A former Brave that could hit the long ball! 6 time All-Star and won back to back MVP awards in 82,83. Lifetime .265 398 HRs 1266 RBIs.

DWAYNE MURPHY..(4/4/00-5/15)1 card. Former outfielder for Oakland. Gold Glove winner from 1980-85. Lifetime .246 166 HRs 609 RBIs.

TONY MUSER..(2/17/01-2/24)Manger for K.C. sent a signed large card. . Lifetime .259 7 HRs 117 RBIs as a player.

DON NEWCOMBE ..(5/17/03-6/9) 1 baseball. Pitched from 1949-1960 for the Dodgers, Reds, and Indians. Newcombe is the only player to have won the Rookie of the Year, MVP, and Cy Young Awards. In 1956 he was 27-7 with five shutouts and a 3.06 ERA, and was named NL MVP and recipient of the first-ever Cy Young Award with Brooklyn. Was sent c/o his home with $10. He added "Cy Young 1956 MVP" as requested. Was sent on May 17th. Lifetime W149-L90 3.56 ERA

GUS NIARHOS …(6/11/02-6/19) 1 card. Played from 1946-55 with the Yankees, White Sox, Red Sox, and Phillies as a catcher.

JOE NIEKRO..(10/25/99-11/13)1 card. Better than average pitcher. Younger brother of HOFer Phil.

RUSS NIXON..(4/17/03-6/5)1 card. Former player in 50's & 60's and former manager for the Reds.Lifetime .268 27 HRs 266 RBIs, W206-L307 .402% as a manager.

DICKIE NOLES Right handed pitcher that pitched from 1979-1988 for the Phillies, Cubs, and Rangers. His best eason was 1982 when he won 10 games. Lifetime W36-L52 4.56 ERA.

IRV NOREN ..(7/22/02-8/1) 1 card. A lefthanded contact hitter and an excellent fielder, he was named to the All-Star team in 1954 when hit .319 as the Yankees' left fielder. He also played for the Chicago Gears of the NBA.

JOE NUXHALL ..(1/5/04-1/26) REDS broadcaster and played in the big show when he was 15 and went back to high school after 1 season. Returned to the majors later. All-Star in 1955, 56. He also has signed a baseball for me. Lifetime W135-L117.

BUCK O'NEIL..(1/22/01-1/29) Former Negro Leaguer for the Monarchs and scout. Many owe alot to him.

RON OESTER...(2 wks c/o Reds) 1 card. Third base coach of the Reds.

BEN OGLIVIE..(4/4/00-11/22)1 card. Former outfielder for Tigers, Red Sox, Brew Crew in 70's and 80's.Lifetime .273 235 HRs 901 RBIs.

BOB OLDIS ..(2/2/04-2/23) Played only parts of seasons from 1953-1963. Had less than 300 at bats during that time span. Lifetime .237 1 HR 22 RBIs.

TONY OLIVA Been gone well over a year but the 8 time All-Star and '64 Al Rookie of the year signed my card.

CLAUDE OSTEEN ...(10/13/02-11/14) 1 card. An All-Star in 1967, 1970, and 1973. He was the Dodgers' third starter behind Sandy Koufax and Don Drysdale with the fourth being Don Sutton's .

AMOS OTIS ..(7/12/04-8/5) Played from 1967-1984 and was elected to the All-Star team 5 times. He also won the Gold Glove award in 1971, 1973, and 1974 and stole his share of bases. Lifetime .277 193 HRs 1007 RBIs.

DANNY OZARK ..(7/23/03-8/7) Managed from 1973-79 Phillies and took over for the 1984 Giants when Frank Robinson was fired. Lifetime W618-L542 .533% as a manager.

MEL PARNELL ..(1/21/04-2/17) Played from 1947-1956 for the Red Sox. Was elected to the All-Star team in 1949 and 1951. Pitched a no-hitter against the White Sox in 1956.Lifetime W123-L75 3.50 ERA.

ROY PARTEE ..(12/14/99-1/10/00)1 index card. Former catcher for the Browns and Red Sox.Lifetime .250 2 HRs 114 RBIs.

LANCE PARRIS..(11/11/99-12/18)1 card. Former 6 time All-Star catcher for Detorit and Seattle. Was once a bodyguard for Tina Turner.Lifetime .256 261 HRs 877 RBIs.

FRANK PASTORE …(2/12/03-3/25) 1 card. Pitched from 1979-86 for the Reds and Twins. His best year was 1980 when he went 13-7 (3.26) to lead the Reds. Lifetime W48-L58 4.29 ERA.

EDDIE PELLAGRINI ..(1/2/04-1/15) Played from 1946-1954. One of the 50 or so players to knock a homer in his first at bat. Lifetime .226 20 HRs 133 RBIs .

ALEJANDRO PENA …1/25/03-3/29) A pitcher that always kept the score low. Pitched 1057.2 innings and finished with a lifetime ERA of 3.11. He won the National League ERA title (2.48) for the Los Angeles Dodgers in 1984, and in 1991 he was part of a combined no-hitter for Atlanta with Kent Mercker and Mark Wohlers.Lifetime W56-L52 3.11 ERA.

JIM PERRY...(4/23/02-5/6) Brother of HOFer Gaylord, signed my card (in blue ballpoint)in about two weeks. 20 game winner in 1969 and 1970 with the Twins. Won 215 games as Gaylord won 314. He won the Cy Young Award in 1970 and was an All-Star in 1961, 70, and 71.

JOHNNY PESKY....(1/2/99-1/9)1 index card and color picture he sent. Boston star in the 40's. Manager for the 63, 64, 80 Red Sox. Lifetime .307 17 HRs 404 RBIs, W147-L178 .452% as a manager.

RICK PETERS ..(9/8/04-11/4) Played few games in parts of 1979-1981, 1983, and 1986. Lifetime .277 2 HRs 80 RBIs.

KEN PHELPS …(1/30/03-2/7) 1 card. Former DH and first baseman that played from 1980-1990.
Lifetime .239 123 HRs 313 RBIs.

JIM PIERSALL ..(7/22/03-8/9) Played from 1950-67 winning the Gold Glove in 1958 and 1961 while making the All-Star team in 1954 and 1956. He had a nervous breakdown in 1952 which he wrote a book called "Fear Strikes Out" which later became a movie. He ran backward around the bases after hitting his 100th career homer. Lifetime .272 104 HRs 591 RBIs.

BILLY PIERCE..(1/7/02-1/16)1 card. Pitched '45-'64 mostly with White Sox. 2-time 20 game winner and 7 time All-Star. Lifetime W211-L169.

DUANE PILLETTE ….(6/24/02-7/2) 1 card. The right handed pitcher lost the last game the Browns played in St. Louis, 2-1(9/27/53). He moved with the franchise to Baltimore and recorded the Orioles' first win in 1954. Played in 1949-56 with the Yankees, Browns , Phillies.

LOU PINIELLA ..(2/15/01-2/24 St)1 card. After 3 seasons of trying, Sweet Lou came through for me. 1972 All-Star. Lifetime .291 102 HRs 766 RBIs, W1226-L1066 .521% as a manager.

JOHNNY PODRES ...(8/21/02-9/17) 1 card. He became a Brooklyn legend in 1955 when he pitched the Dodgers to their first-ever World Championship. In 1957 he led the NL in both ERA (2.66) and shutouts (6). In 1961 he won a career-high 18 games and led the NL in winning percentage(.783). Was an All-Star in 1958,60, and 1962. Signed my 5x7 for $5.

CHUCK PORTER ..(6/2/04-6/14) Pitched from 1981-1985 for the Brewers. He was the losing pitcher during the longest game in major-league history on May 8, 1984. It lasted 25 innings. Lifetime W13-L13 4.15 ERA.

BOOG POWELL..(5/21/00-6/21)1 card. 1970 AL MVP. 1 of 3 Orioles to have 4 30-homer plus seasons.Lifetime .266 339 HRs 1187 RBIs.

TERRY PUHL ..(6/10/04-6/21) Played from 1977-1991 for the Astros and Royals. He was elected to the All-Star team in 1978. Lifetime .280 62 HRs 435 RBIs.

FRANK QUILICI ..(11/29/02-12/10) Played 2B and 3B in 1965, 67-70 for the Twins. He was also the manager for the Twins in 1972-75.

JOHNNY RAY ..(7/24/03-8/9) Played from 1981-1990 for the Pirates and Angels. He became the first Pirate selected as Rookie of the Year in 1982 and was an All-Star in 1988. Lifetime .290 53 HRs 594 RBIs.

KEN RAFFENSBURG..(2/16/99-2/26)1 index and card he sent. Played in the 50's. Passed away in Nov. 2002.

CHUCK RAINEY ..(7/9/04-7/16) Pitched from 1979-1984 for the Red Sox, Cubs, and A's. Lifetime W43-L35 4.50 ERA.

WILLIE RANDOLPH..(2 years)Long wait! Personalized autograph card.

JEFF REARDON..(2 weeks 1 card. One of the better closers of all-time.

ROGER REPOZ ..(9/17/04-10/2) Played from 1964-1972 for the Yankees, A's, and the Angels. He was a backup but once was considered to be an everyday player.

JERRY REUSS..(7/2/01-7/13 c/o Iowa Cubs)1 card. Former pitcher that played from '69 till mid 80's. Best years with Dodgers.

DUSTY RHODES ..(6/3/02-6/12) 1 card. In 1954 World Series, he led the Giants' sweep of the Indians. His pinch homer off Bob Lemon with two on in the 10th inning won Game One. In Game Two, he tied the game with a pinch single off Early Wynn in the fifth and then homered off Wynn in the seventh for the final run in a 3-1 win. And his pinch single in the third inning of Game Three drove in two runs.

BOBBY RICHARDSON ..(5/20/03-5/30) Played form 1955-1966. Gold Glove winner in 1961-65 and elected to 7 All-Star teams. He won 1960 Series MVP honors when he batted .367 with 11 hits, a grand slam, and eight runs scored. He set WS records with 12 total RBI and 6 RBI in Game Three. Signed my baseball with "60 WS MVP" as requested.
Lifetime .266 34 HRs 390 RBIs.

JIM RIGGLEMAN..(4/5/00-4/20 c/o Cubs)1 card. Kept my card and sent one of his own.

BILLY RIPKEN ..(4/22/02-5/3)1 card. Cal Ripken Jr.s brother signed my card in 11 days care of his home. He only played in 912 games in 12 seasons. Usually signs in quick returns.

JIM RIVERA ...(7/23/02-8/10) 1 card. An outfielder that played from 1952-61 for the Browns, White Sox, and A’s. An average player at the plate and an excellent fielder. In 1955 he swiped a league-high 25 bases.

DON ROBINSON ..(6/18/03-7/1) Pitched from 1978-92 and was hampered by injuries throughout his career. Helped the Giants win the 1987 National League West title. He played well on defense and was well know for his bat and his power. He had 13 homers in his career. He was used regularly as a pinch hitter.
Lifetime W109-L106 3.79 ERA.

PREACHER ROE..(8/24/98-9/12)1 card and index. An All-Star from 1949-52. Holds the NL record for the best winning % in a season when he went 22-3 (.880%) for Brooklyn in 1951. Lifetime W127-L84.

BILL ROGELL..(1/2/99-1/9)1 index, 1 baseball, 2 b&w 5by7 photos he sent. Played on '34 World Series Champs, Tigers. Had 4 RBIs in game 4 of that series. Lifetime .267 42 HRs 609 RBIs.

AL ROSEN …(11/13/02-11/25) 1 baseball. He won the Most Valuable Player Award in 1953 when he led the AL in homers (43) and RBI (145). He quit at age 32 to sell stocks and bonds. He reentered baseball 20 years later as president of the Yankees, then the Astros, and then president and general manager of the Giants.

BOB ROSS ..(1/11/04=1/24)Pitched two years in the Army and pitched in the majors 1950, 51, & 1956. Lifetime W0-L2 7.17 ERA.

BILL RUSSELL ..(4/2/04-4/12) Played every season with the Dodgers from 1969-1986 and was their manager from 1996-1998. Was an All-Star in 1973, 1976, and 1980. Lifetime .263 46 HRs 627 RBIs, W173-L149 .537% as a manager.

JOHN SAIN....(1/15/99-1/21) 1 index and a 3 page autographed story of his life. 1st pitcher to pitch to Jackie Robinson,last to pitch to Babe Ruth, played golf with Ty Cobb, war buddies with Ted Williams, coached 4 Cy Young winners..WHEW!!! Great guy to write to. Lifetime W139-L116.

JUAN SAMUEL ..(5/15/02-6/6) 1 card. Samuel set a rookie stolen-base record of 72 in 1984 (broken by Vince Coleman the following year.) He became the only player in ML history to post double figures in doubles, triples, home runs, and stolen bases in each of his first four ML seasons. 2 time All-Star. Lifetime .260 103 HRs 441 RBIs.

HANK SAUER..(1/2/99-1/8) 1 index . 1952 MVP. Lifetime .266 288 HRs 876 RBIs.

STEVE SAX..(1/5/00-1/22)1 card. Had an excellent career with LA. Great 2nd baseman. 1982 Rookie of the Year and 4 time All-Star. Lifetime .287 35 HRs 396 RBIs.

MIKE SCIOSCIA..(4/4/00-5/2) 1 card. Former catcher for LA an current manager for Angels. 1989 All-Star. Lifetime .261 45 HRs 316 RBIs.

ART SCHULT..(7/18/00-7/28)1 card. Yanks & KC player in early 50's. . Lifetime .264 6 HRs 56 RBIs.

HERB SCORE …(1/16/04-2/21) Played from 1955-1962 for the Indians and White Sox. He won the Rookie of the Year award in 1955 and an All-Star in 1955 and 1956. Never the same after he got hit in the eye by a line drive by Gil McDougald in 1957. Lifetime W55-L46 3.36 ERA.

ANDY SEMINICK..(10/22/99-10/29)1 card. Played in 1943-57 for the Phillies, Reds. Lifetime .243 164 HRs 556 RBIs.

BOBBY SHANTZ ..(6/3/02-6/12) 1 card. Went 24-7 for the Philadelphia Athletics in 1952 as he won the Most Valuable Player. Won Gold Glove award from 1957-64. Played for 7 teams from 1949-64. Lifetime W119-L99 3.38 ERA.

DON SHAW ...(4/26/02-5/6)1 card. A former sinkerball specialist that was used in relief in 60's and 70's. He got the save in Tom Seaver's 1st win on April 20, 1967 and 2 years later, he won Montreal's inaugural game in relief on April 8, 1969 against the Amazing Mets. Lifetime W13-L14 4.02 ERA.

JOHN SHELBY..(4/5/00-5/8) 1 card. T-Bone was an ex-roomie of Ripken.Lifetime .239 70 HRs 313 RBIs.

BUCK SHOWALTER..(8/24/98-8/28 c/o Diamondbacks)1 card. Manager of the Year in 1994 with the Yankees. Lifetime 478-427 .528%.

ROY SIEVERS ..(6/10/02-6/17) 1 card. American League Rookie of the Year in 1949 with the St. Louis Browns. Roy and Jimmie Foxx are the only players to pinch-hit grand slams in both the AL and NL. Was an All-Star in 1956,57, and 59. Led the AL in homers with 42 and RBIs with 114. He also signed a ball for me in Nov. '02. Lifetime .267 318 HRs 1147 RBIs.

KEN SINGLETON ..(6/9/04-6/17) A switch hitter that could knock the cover off the ball. Had at least 20 HR in five seasons. He was in double figures in homers in all but three of his 15 seasons and hit .300 four times. In major league history, only Singleton, Mantle, and Howard Johnson have switch-hit 35 or more HR in a season. Was an All-Star in 1977, 79, and 1981. Lifetime .282 246 HRs 1065 RBIs.

SIBBY SISTI ..(4/1/04-4/17) Played from 1939-1942, 1946-1954 for the Braves. He served in the service from '42-45. He had a small role as a coach in the movie The Natural starring Robert Redford. He included a price list with 6 different 8x10's for $5 or any 3 for $13.Lifetime .244 27 HRs 260 RBIs.

DICK SPIEK..(1 week)1 card. Former Red included a nice letter and b&w picture.

DAN SPILLNER ..(2/7/04-2/19) Played from 1974-1985. Used mainly in the bullpen. Lifetime W75-L89 4.21 ERA.

MOOSE SKOWRON..(6/5/00-6/10)1 card. Former 5 time All-Star that won many pennants with '54-'62 Yankees. Lifetime .282 211 HRs 888 RBIs.

ROY SMALLEY ..(1/23/03-1/30) 1 card. 1979 All-Star outfielder played from 1975-87 for several teams.
Lifetime .257 163 HRs 694 RBIs.

JOHN SMILEY Signed my card in 3 weeks care of his home. 20 game winner in '91 with Pirates. Lifetime W126-L103.

MIKE SQUIRES ..(6/10/04-6/17) Played from 1975-1985 for the White Sox. He won a Gold Glove in 1981 and was one of the few left handed players to play third and caught a few games behind the plate. Lifetime .260 6 HRs 141 RBIs.

GERALD STALEY..(1 month)1 card. 20 game winner in 1951.

DAVE STEGMAN..(6/24/04-7/1) Played only in 172 games from 1978-1984 but it helps me to fill the 1984 Topps set. Lifetime .206 8 HRs 32 RBIs.

CHUCK STOBBS …( 2 weeks) 1 card. On April 7, 1953, Stobbs threw the pitch that Mickey Mantle hit out of Griffith Stadium for his famous 565-foot home run. The left handed pitcher played from 1947-61 for the Red Sox, White Sox, Senators , and Cardinals. Lifetime W107-L130 4.29 ERA.

JIM SUNDBERG ..(7/16/03-9/28) A heck of a defensive catcher that played from 1974-1989. He won the Gold Glove award 6 times from 1976-81. Was elected to the All-Star team in 1974,78, and 84. He gunned down 50% of basestealers in some years of his career.