Rollie Fingers. (1974). $1,300

1974 Topps #212 – Value: $600.00 – Grade 9
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Hall of Fame Biography: https://youtu.be/0_MeykDULPU

#96 of Top 100 Players

Roland Glen “Rollie” Fingers (Born in Steubenville, OH on August 25, 1946-) revolutionized the role of the closer during the 1960s and ‘70s, rarely appearing in games until the seventh inning or later as offense increased around the league and the designated hitter was implemented in the American League in 1973. Rollie Fingers was the second reliever to be elected to the National Baseball Hall of Fame. Fingers played for the Oakland A’s (1968-1976), the San Diego Padres (1977-1980) and the Milwaukee Brewers (1981-1982, 1984-1985), appearing in 944 games despite staring a mere 37 during his 17-year career. Famous for his amazing, record setting feats on the field, Rollie Fingers possesses one of the most legendary mustaches of the 20th century and certainly the post-war era. In a contest concocted by team owner, Charles O. Finley, to draw fans to the ballpark, Fingers grew the handlebar mustache, that not only won the contest, but that he continues to sport today. The seven-time All-Star was a member of three World Series championship teams in Oakland (1972, 1973, 1974) and won the American League Cy Young and Most Valuable Player Awards. Rollie Fingers posted a career 114-118 record with 1,299 strikeouts and 341 saves in 1,702 innings pitched. Roland Glen “Rollie” Fingers was elected to the National Baseball Hall of Fame in 1992.

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Been married to Karen for 51 years! Father to Garrett (40) and Sarah (47). Grandfather to Ava (18) and Lila (16). Have developed the following Wordpress blogs over the past three years: All-Time Greatest Music, High Quality Baseball Cards, High Quality Basketball Cards, High Quality Football Cards, High Quality Ice Hockey Cards and USA Traveling Tips. Written one book called A World with Heart. Also, after retiring from a career in Hospital Facilities management, I have been doing K-12 substitute teaching. Also, coached U13-U16 boys and girls basketball teams for over 25 years. Last, learned to be a master at hand-carving and painting signs. The largest of which is 4’ x 6’ is a logo for Marathon Motor Works hanging over their main entrance in Nashville (it took three months to complete).

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