| The FRED LYNN Page! #19 |
2001 Topps American Pie Fred Lynn
This is Nowbatting19's FRED LYNN Gallery! A career perspective in cards. Pictured here are all of Lynn's regular Topps baseball cards from 1975-1991.
Click on an image for a larger picture. To view Fred Lynn's complete baseball statistics please click HERE (Courtesy of BaseballReference.com). Also check out
Fredlynn.net - The Official website of my favorite player. Well done site by Todd Farino! Enjoy~
Click on an image for a larger picture. To view Fred Lynn's complete baseball statistics please click HERE (Courtesy of BaseballReference.com). Also check out
Fredlynn.net - The Official website of my favorite player. Well done site by Todd Farino! Enjoy~
1975 #622 1976 #50 1976 #192 1976 #196 1977 #210 1978 #320 1979 #480 1980 #110
(Rookie card) '75 AL Batting Leaders '75 AL RBI Leaders
(Rookie card) '75 AL Batting Leaders '75 AL RBI Leaders
1980 #201 1981 #720 1981 Traded #T797 1982 #251 1982 #252 1983 #392 1983 #520 1984 #680
'79 AL Batting Leaders In Action All Star
'79 AL Batting Leaders In Action All Star
1985 #220 1985 Traded #T77 1986 #55 1987 #370 1988 #707 1989 #416 1990 #107 1990 #663
Turn Back The Clock '75
Turn Back The Clock '75
1990 Traded #T62 1991 #586
1977 Topps 3-card panel with Fred Lynn (from the Topps Vault)
1976 Bob Parker #11 Fred Lynn
I picked up this 3-card panel from the Topps Vault on eBay. It was pretty cheap and the 1977 Fred
Lynn card is my personal favorite. I love those mid- 1970's Red Sox uniforms. I think they only
wore them from 1975 to 1978. The patch on Lynn's sleeve is a Massachusetts Bicentennial patch
(1976).
Lynn card is my personal favorite. I love those mid- 1970's Red Sox uniforms. I think they only
wore them from 1975 to 1978. The patch on Lynn's sleeve is a Massachusetts Bicentennial patch
(1976).
This is a fairly scarce Lynn issue from 1976. Bob Parker was a famous sports
artist and in the mid-1970's a few sets of cards were issued featuring his
artwork. Many all-time greats are featured, as well as the stars of the day.
artist and in the mid-1970's a few sets of cards were issued featuring his
artwork. Many all-time greats are featured, as well as the stars of the day.
This is probably Fred Lynn's rarest baseball card- 1980 Pepsi-Cola
All-Stars Prototypes. In 1980 Topps produced a set of All-Star prototype
cards for a Pepsi promotion. For some reason the cards were never
produced for the public and only 3 sets of 22 cards, meaning only THREE
OF EACH CARD were actually made. This card is actually a "proof" card
which was listed on eBay by the Topps Vault. I am still ill about getting
outbid on it... The 1980 Pepsi All Star #6 Fred Lynn is probably his most
expensive card. The 2009 Sports Collector's Digest Standard Catalog of
Baseball Cards lists for $250 in ungraded NM condition. Hall of Famers
from the set list for $1000 each. If you have a Fred Lynn you would like to
sell please email me at nowbatting19@yahoo.com. Thanks! Tim
All-Stars Prototypes. In 1980 Topps produced a set of All-Star prototype
cards for a Pepsi promotion. For some reason the cards were never
produced for the public and only 3 sets of 22 cards, meaning only THREE
OF EACH CARD were actually made. This card is actually a "proof" card
which was listed on eBay by the Topps Vault. I am still ill about getting
outbid on it... The 1980 Pepsi All Star #6 Fred Lynn is probably his most
expensive card. The 2009 Sports Collector's Digest Standard Catalog of
Baseball Cards lists for $250 in ungraded NM condition. Hall of Famers
from the set list for $1000 each. If you have a Fred Lynn you would like to
sell please email me at nowbatting19@yahoo.com. Thanks! Tim
1980 Pepsi Cola All-Stars #6 Fred Lynn Proof card (Very rare!)
1975 SSPC #402 Fred Lynn
The autographed Fred Lynn photo above was used to create the 1975 SSPC (though not actually released until 1976) #402 baseball card (above, right). The SSPC cards are really
beautiful cards; no gimmicks, just a simple photo on the front. They are very reminiscent of the popular 1953 Bowman Color set. This card (#402) lists for .30 (in NM condition) in
the 2006 SCD Standard Catalog of Baseball Cards. Considering that this is technically a rookie card, .30 is quite a bargain. Fred Lynn's 1975 Topps #622 Rookie card lists for
$8 in NM condition. If you like these SSPC cards you can find them all day long on eBay.
beautiful cards; no gimmicks, just a simple photo on the front. They are very reminiscent of the popular 1953 Bowman Color set. This card (#402) lists for .30 (in NM condition) in
the 2006 SCD Standard Catalog of Baseball Cards. Considering that this is technically a rookie card, .30 is quite a bargain. Fred Lynn's 1975 Topps #622 Rookie card lists for
$8 in NM condition. If you like these SSPC cards you can find them all day long on eBay.
2001 Upper Deck Heroes Of Baseball
#B-FL Fred Lynn (Game-used bat piece)
#B-FL Fred Lynn (Game-used bat piece)
I just got this card from a big Red Sox fan in Massachusetts, Matt Richman. Matt is a young kid, yet thanks
to his pop Todd, knows a lot about some of the great baseball stars of the past; especially Red Sox greats like
Yaz, Dewey, Rice, Fisk, and my favorite, Fred Lynn. This particular card pictures Lynn circa. 1979-80. Fred
had worked out with weights and added some clout, pounding 39 Home Runs & 42 doubles, while driving in
122 runs (all career highs). Not only did he hit for power, he also won the American League batting crown
with a nifty .333 batting average. He also hit a HR in the 1979 All-Star Game in Seattle and almost made a
miraculous catch in centerfield, crashing into the wall while trying to catch a triple by Phillie HOFer Mike
Schmidt. Fred said in an interview that he "catches that ball.....in his dreams." It was a spectacular try and I
remember the paper having a picture of Lynn going face first into the centerfield wall trying to get that ball. I
don't think there was padding on the walls then. I cut out the picture and somewhere I probably still have it.
Plays like that made Fred Lynn a special player (keep in mind this was an All-Star Game; back then players
played for pride). Maybe someday Matt will be a star for the hometown Bosox and I can put one of his cards
on this site! Thanks Matt for the great card of my favorite player...FRED LYNN!!!
Trivia Question: How many All-Star Game Home Runs did Fred Lynn hit in his career? Scroll down for answer
below.
P.S.- While a big fan of Fred Lynn and baseball cards, I am not particularly a fan of card companies that cut up
game used bats and jerseys to try to generate card sales. It is really a shame that game used bats by Babe
Ruth, Lou Gehrig, Mickey Mantle, Roger Maris, and others (like this Fred Lynn example) are ruined for little
"swatches" to paste on a card. Another reason I don't buy "newer" cards...
to his pop Todd, knows a lot about some of the great baseball stars of the past; especially Red Sox greats like
Yaz, Dewey, Rice, Fisk, and my favorite, Fred Lynn. This particular card pictures Lynn circa. 1979-80. Fred
had worked out with weights and added some clout, pounding 39 Home Runs & 42 doubles, while driving in
122 runs (all career highs). Not only did he hit for power, he also won the American League batting crown
with a nifty .333 batting average. He also hit a HR in the 1979 All-Star Game in Seattle and almost made a
miraculous catch in centerfield, crashing into the wall while trying to catch a triple by Phillie HOFer Mike
Schmidt. Fred said in an interview that he "catches that ball.....in his dreams." It was a spectacular try and I
remember the paper having a picture of Lynn going face first into the centerfield wall trying to get that ball. I
don't think there was padding on the walls then. I cut out the picture and somewhere I probably still have it.
Plays like that made Fred Lynn a special player (keep in mind this was an All-Star Game; back then players
played for pride). Maybe someday Matt will be a star for the hometown Bosox and I can put one of his cards
on this site! Thanks Matt for the great card of my favorite player...FRED LYNN!!!
Trivia Question: How many All-Star Game Home Runs did Fred Lynn hit in his career? Scroll down for answer
below.
P.S.- While a big fan of Fred Lynn and baseball cards, I am not particularly a fan of card companies that cut up
game used bats and jerseys to try to generate card sales. It is really a shame that game used bats by Babe
Ruth, Lou Gehrig, Mickey Mantle, Roger Maris, and others (like this Fred Lynn example) are ruined for little
"swatches" to paste on a card. Another reason I don't buy "newer" cards...
Trivia Answer: Fred Lynn hit 4 All Star Game Home Runs (1976, 1979, 1980*, 1983) including the only Grand Slam in All-Star Game competition in '83). P.S.- I was at the
1980 Game at Dodger Stadium when Lynn hit a 2-run bomb in the 5th to give the A.L. a temporary 2-0 lead.
1980 Game at Dodger Stadium when Lynn hit a 2-run bomb in the 5th to give the A.L. a temporary 2-0 lead.
1976 Sports Illustrated Posters Fred Lynn
I remember having this poster in 1976 or 1977. I don't know what happened to the original one, but I did pick one up on eBay. This same poster was also featured in the classic
television sitcom "Cheers," starring Ted Danson. Danson's character "Sam Malone," an ex-big leaguer who owns a Boston bar has the poster on display in his office. It features a
terrific action of Fred in his follow through.
television sitcom "Cheers," starring Ted Danson. Danson's character "Sam Malone," an ex-big leaguer who owns a Boston bar has the poster on display in his office. It features a
terrific action of Fred in his follow through.
1982 Topps Blackless #251 Fred Lynn
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1976 A & P Red Sox Fred Lynn
1976 Hostess Twinkies #1 Fred Lynn
Hostess issued baseball cards from 1976 to 1979. They were issued in 3-card panels on the bottom of product boxes and individually in smaller packages as well. Hostess
"Twinkies" cards are more scarce and have a black "band" that is easily seen in uncut panel form (usually you will still see a part of the black band if the card was well cut). The
Hostess baseball cards were intended to be cut out. My dad used to work for Hostess, so every once in awhile he would bring home some boxes and I would cut out the cards. I
still have some of these to this day. What's cool about them is that they are very inexpensive compared to Topps cards. Also, some of the photos were used on Topps cards. For
instance the photo on this 1976 Hostess #1 Fred Lynn card (above, left) was also used on the 1976 Topps #192 A.L. Batting Leaders and #196 A.L. RBI Leaders cards (both
featuring Fred Lynn; see gallery of Fred Lynn's Topps cards near the top of the page).
"Twinkies" cards are more scarce and have a black "band" that is easily seen in uncut panel form (usually you will still see a part of the black band if the card was well cut). The
Hostess baseball cards were intended to be cut out. My dad used to work for Hostess, so every once in awhile he would bring home some boxes and I would cut out the cards. I
still have some of these to this day. What's cool about them is that they are very inexpensive compared to Topps cards. Also, some of the photos were used on Topps cards. For
instance the photo on this 1976 Hostess #1 Fred Lynn card (above, left) was also used on the 1976 Topps #192 A.L. Batting Leaders and #196 A.L. RBI Leaders cards (both
featuring Fred Lynn; see gallery of Fred Lynn's Topps cards near the top of the page).
Wire Photo featuring Sparky Anderson & Fred Lynn during the 1975 World Series
Fred Lynn played in only one World Series, the 1975 classic vs. the Cincinnati Reds. He had a very good series, batting .280 with 7 hits, including a double, home run, 3 runs, and
5 RBI's. He also played some spectacular defense. The above wire photo shows Hall Of Fame manager Sparky Anderson talking to Fred prior to one of the games. Anderson must
have liked him, because Fred played for Anderson's Detroit Tigers from 1988 to 1990.
5 RBI's. He also played some spectacular defense. The above wire photo shows Hall Of Fame manager Sparky Anderson talking to Fred prior to one of the games. Anderson must
have liked him, because Fred played for Anderson's Detroit Tigers from 1988 to 1990.
1977 Hostess #51 Fred Lynn
These 5-7/8" x 9" "cards" (more like a paper issue) were issued by the A & P Grocery chain in 1976. So this is a very early Fred Lynn issue. What's interesting is the players are not
wearing their ball caps, kind of unusual. Anyway a great early Fred Lynn collectible!
wearing their ball caps, kind of unusual. Anyway a great early Fred Lynn collectible!
1980 Burger King Pitch, Hit & Run #18 Fred Lynn (Back view)
These cards were produced by Topps for Burger King. They are not difficult to acquire but what is cool about them is that they feature different photos than used on the regular Topps
cards. The card backs are also somewhat different with the "Pitch, Hit & Run" logo and red card backs. Pitch, Hit, & Run was a contest for kids; I am not sure if they still have it. If I
remember right, Lynn used to hold his bat higher than this. His left elbow was even with the top of his shoulders. This would be one of his last cards to feature him as a Boston Red
Sox player. His last regular Topps card showing him in a Red Sox uniform is 1981 Topps #720.
cards. The card backs are also somewhat different with the "Pitch, Hit & Run" logo and red card backs. Pitch, Hit, & Run was a contest for kids; I am not sure if they still have it. If I
remember right, Lynn used to hold his bat higher than this. His left elbow was even with the top of his shoulders. This would be one of his last cards to feature him as a Boston Red
Sox player. His last regular Topps card showing him in a Red Sox uniform is 1981 Topps #720.
Fred Lynn first Sports Illustrated Cover (July 7, 1975; Great follow
through!)
through!)
1981-82 Topps Color Negative Fred Lynn
This is a color negative that was in the Topps Vault depicting Fred Lynn circa 1981 or 1982. These color negatives were used (or not used) for the production of Topps baseball
cards. The above image appears similar to Lynn's 1981 Topps Traded card (#T797) and 1982 Topps #251 card (see the Topps card gallery near the top of the page), but there
are slight differences. It does appear that this photo was taken in 1981 as the images seem to be taken from the same photo shoot. Regardless, this is a terrific image of Lynn early in
his career with the California Angels. Note he is wearing #8 as another player on the Halo's already had #19. Later on (1983 I believe) Fred was able to go back to his old number
19. Speaking of #19, the reason Lynn chose that number was that he originally wore #8 in college at USC but when he went to the Red Sox, #8 was taken (Yaz, of course). So he
chose 19, which was 9 minus 1 (8). As Fred stated in a letter to me, "a useless bit of trivia for you." (I had asked him why he chose #19). My website, Nowbatting19.com is my
tribute to my favorite player. For my complete interview with Fred Lynn (2004) click HERE to go to the Official Fred Lynn website (www.fredlynn.net) Thanks Fred! Tim
cards. The above image appears similar to Lynn's 1981 Topps Traded card (#T797) and 1982 Topps #251 card (see the Topps card gallery near the top of the page), but there
are slight differences. It does appear that this photo was taken in 1981 as the images seem to be taken from the same photo shoot. Regardless, this is a terrific image of Lynn early in
his career with the California Angels. Note he is wearing #8 as another player on the Halo's already had #19. Later on (1983 I believe) Fred was able to go back to his old number
19. Speaking of #19, the reason Lynn chose that number was that he originally wore #8 in college at USC but when he went to the Red Sox, #8 was taken (Yaz, of course). So he
chose 19, which was 9 minus 1 (8). As Fred stated in a letter to me, "a useless bit of trivia for you." (I had asked him why he chose #19). My website, Nowbatting19.com is my
tribute to my favorite player. For my complete interview with Fred Lynn (2004) click HERE to go to the Official Fred Lynn website (www.fredlynn.net) Thanks Fred! Tim
1985 O-Pee-Chee #220 Fred Lynn (Back view)
If you are a Fred Lynn fan and want to collect all of his cards, you are going to need to not only pick up his Topps cards but also the O-Pee-Chee cards (Topps counterpart in
Canada). What's cool about the O-Pee-Chee cards is that sometimes there are differences from the regular Topps cards. Excluding the obvious English & French text on the card
backs, differences include card stock, card numbers and picture cropping differences. This 1985 O-Pee-Chee #220 Fred Lynn features the same image as his regular 1985
Topps #220 card (see above Topps Gallery of Fred Lynn cards near the top of this page), but note the O-Pee-Chee card has Lynn as a Baltimore Oriole and also has a notation near
the top right which says "Free Agent With Orioles 12-11-84." The regular 1985 Topps Fred Lynn card has the Angels listed as his team with no reference to his free agent signing
with Baltimore. Fun issue to collect.
Canada). What's cool about the O-Pee-Chee cards is that sometimes there are differences from the regular Topps cards. Excluding the obvious English & French text on the card
backs, differences include card stock, card numbers and picture cropping differences. This 1985 O-Pee-Chee #220 Fred Lynn features the same image as his regular 1985
Topps #220 card (see above Topps Gallery of Fred Lynn cards near the top of this page), but note the O-Pee-Chee card has Lynn as a Baltimore Oriole and also has a notation near
the top right which says "Free Agent With Orioles 12-11-84." The regular 1985 Topps Fred Lynn card has the Angels listed as his team with no reference to his free agent signing
with Baltimore. Fun issue to collect.
| 1976 Fred Lynn Iron On Transfer |
1975 UPI Wire Photo Fred Lynn making a diving catch in '75 World Series
More than anything, this is what I remember Fred Lynn for; the diving, sprawling, tumbling, crashing Fred Lynn in his pursuit of any ball hit in his vicinity. Fred Lynn prided himself
on his defense and he won 4 Gold Gloves in his career (including 1975, his rookie season). The above photo, taken from the SPORT magazine archives shows one of Lynn's
great catches against Dave Concepcion of the Reds in the '75 Fall Classic. Keep in mind that this was before ESPN and instant in-your-face replays that are played over and over
and over and over again. But I kid you not, Lynn was the best centerfielder of his era.
on his defense and he won 4 Gold Gloves in his career (including 1975, his rookie season). The above photo, taken from the SPORT magazine archives shows one of Lynn's
great catches against Dave Concepcion of the Reds in the '75 Fall Classic. Keep in mind that this was before ESPN and instant in-your-face replays that are played over and over
and over and over again. But I kid you not, Lynn was the best centerfielder of his era.
1975 Wire Photo Fred Lynn (in batting cage)
Dunkin' Donuts Pawtucket 25th Annivesary Fred Lynn
I normally don't post "newer" issues but I'll make an exception here. I am not sure of the exact year of this Dunkin Donuts Pawtucket Red Sox 25th Anniversary
All-Star Fred Lynn card, but these cards were issued in sheet form with perforations so that the cards could be easily removed. This is a great image of a young Fred Lynn
before he was called up to the Boston Red Sox for good.
All-Star Fred Lynn card, but these cards were issued in sheet form with perforations so that the cards could be easily removed. This is a great image of a young Fred Lynn
before he was called up to the Boston Red Sox for good.
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1984 Topps #680 Fred Lynn pre-production proof cards
Fred Lynn accepted a trade to the Angels in 1981 after the Red Sox failed to mail his contract offer in time. He suffered a dismal and injury plagued first year in Anaheim. Lynn
batted a career low .219 with 5 HRs and 31 RBIs, playing in only 76 games for the Angels. However Lynn came back in 1982, batting .299 with 21 HRs and 86 RBIs in
leading the Angels to the ALCS. The Angels lost that series to the Milwaukee Brewers; however Fred Lynn was voted the series MVP, batting .611 with 11 base hits (two doubles,
HR) 5 RBIs, 4 runs scored, and 2 bases on balls. Lynn was to have two more productive seasons with the Halo's before he signed as a free agent with the Orioles after the 1984
season. For his career, Fred Lynn averaged 87 runs, 32 doubles, 25 HRs, 91 RBIs and a .285 batting mark (162 game schedule average). Coupled with the fact that Lynn was
also a Gold Glove centerfielder, batting champ, won the AL Rookie of the Year and AL MVP Award, and was a 9-time All-Star, you would think he would have gotten more respect
in the Hall of Fame balloting. Injuries cut short Lynn's career and his statistics, however Fred Lynn was one of the best players of his era and you can't take that away from him.
batted a career low .219 with 5 HRs and 31 RBIs, playing in only 76 games for the Angels. However Lynn came back in 1982, batting .299 with 21 HRs and 86 RBIs in
leading the Angels to the ALCS. The Angels lost that series to the Milwaukee Brewers; however Fred Lynn was voted the series MVP, batting .611 with 11 base hits (two doubles,
HR) 5 RBIs, 4 runs scored, and 2 bases on balls. Lynn was to have two more productive seasons with the Halo's before he signed as a free agent with the Orioles after the 1984
season. For his career, Fred Lynn averaged 87 runs, 32 doubles, 25 HRs, 91 RBIs and a .285 batting mark (162 game schedule average). Coupled with the fact that Lynn was
also a Gold Glove centerfielder, batting champ, won the AL Rookie of the Year and AL MVP Award, and was a 9-time All-Star, you would think he would have gotten more respect
in the Hall of Fame balloting. Injuries cut short Lynn's career and his statistics, however Fred Lynn was one of the best players of his era and you can't take that away from him.
1982 Fred Lynn (Angels) original photograph
| Baseball Digest Magazine (Nov.1975) Fred Lynn |
1977 Venezuela Topps Sticker#144 Fred Lynn 1977 Topps #210 Fred Lynn
This 1977 Topps Fred Lynn card (above, right) is one of my favorite Fred Lynn cards. The card on the left is actually a very scarce 1977 Venezuelan Topps Sticker #144
Fred Lynn. The Venezuela Topps Stickers are very fragile and survivors tend to be in bad shape. Notice the crude printing between the two cards. Topps printed cards for the
Venezuelan market in the years 1959, 1960, 1962, 1964, 1966, 1967, 1968. They also produced stickers in both 1972 & 1977. All Topps Venezuelan issues are extremely
scarce and usually found in lower grades due to the common practice of pasting the cards/stickers in albums.
Fred Lynn. The Venezuela Topps Stickers are very fragile and survivors tend to be in bad shape. Notice the crude printing between the two cards. Topps printed cards for the
Venezuelan market in the years 1959, 1960, 1962, 1964, 1966, 1967, 1968. They also produced stickers in both 1972 & 1977. All Topps Venezuelan issues are extremely
scarce and usually found in lower grades due to the common practice of pasting the cards/stickers in albums.
1976 Fred Lynn advertisement for Wilson baseball Gloves
1970's Red Sox Team (Fred Lynn on crutches, probably around 1976 or 1977)
As a result of Lynn's disregard for outfield walls (see the Lynn advertisement for Wilson Gloves above) Lynn was frequently injured, which is the reason he is not in the Hall of
Fame today. The Boston press unfairly called him "Fragile Freddy" but Lynn gave baseball all that he had and then some. He was frequently seen on "This Week In Baseball"
making impossible catches (remember this was before ESPN and highlights over and over (and over) again) and he was a regular outfielder on the American League All-Star
squad. The above wire photo shows a hobbled Lynn on crutches. It was not his first time or his last, but he still manages a smile.
Fame today. The Boston press unfairly called him "Fragile Freddy" but Lynn gave baseball all that he had and then some. He was frequently seen on "This Week In Baseball"
making impossible catches (remember this was before ESPN and highlights over and over (and over) again) and he was a regular outfielder on the American League All-Star
squad. The above wire photo shows a hobbled Lynn on crutches. It was not his first time or his last, but he still manages a smile.
| 1976 Topps #50 Fred Lynn |
Lynn belting Grand Slam Home Run in 1983 All-Star Game (only Grand Slam in All-Star Game
history)
history)
1976 Sports Challenge Record Fred Lynn "Has Incredible Day
In Detroit"
In Detroit"
Fred Lynn had his greatest offensive game ever on June 18, 1975 at Tiger Stadium. He walloped 3 HRs, hit a triple and a single and 10 RBIs! Lynn's 16 total bases in that
game was an American League record. The following year Sports Challenge issued these cool glossy "records" that had a picture of the player along with a famous baseball
highlight. These "albums" are fairly scarce today and are very nice collectibles. Not only was Fred Lynn featured, but also Ted Williams, Hank Aaron, Bobby Thomson, Frank
Robinson and more. "Sports Challenge" was a television game show that featured many notable figures in the world of sports. Two "teams" of former athletes would try and find
out the name of the "mystery " guest. They used to show reruns of this show on ESPN Classic cable channel but I have not seen it in awhile. Maybe you can find an episode on
Youtube.
game was an American League record. The following year Sports Challenge issued these cool glossy "records" that had a picture of the player along with a famous baseball
highlight. These "albums" are fairly scarce today and are very nice collectibles. Not only was Fred Lynn featured, but also Ted Williams, Hank Aaron, Bobby Thomson, Frank
Robinson and more. "Sports Challenge" was a television game show that featured many notable figures in the world of sports. Two "teams" of former athletes would try and find
out the name of the "mystery " guest. They used to show reruns of this show on ESPN Classic cable channel but I have not seen it in awhile. Maybe you can find an episode on
Youtube.
10/5/1975 UPI Wire Photo American League Playoffs Game 2 (Fred Lynn)
If you can't read the small print at the top of this UPI wire photo, it reads:
"10/5/75 - AMERICAN LEAGUE PLAYOFFS - BOSTON: Fred Lynn of the Red Sox makes an unsuccessful dive for a ball hit by Claudell Washington in
the 4th inning of the 2nd playoff game at Fenway Park, 10/5. Washington doubled on the hit. UPI"
Check out Lynn's face as he hits the warning track in centerfield. No fear. Keep in mind that this was BEFORE Fenway padded the walls. The Red Sox went on to beat the Oakland
A's in the playoffs to advance to the '75 World Series vs. the Cincinnati Reds.
"10/5/75 - AMERICAN LEAGUE PLAYOFFS - BOSTON: Fred Lynn of the Red Sox makes an unsuccessful dive for a ball hit by Claudell Washington in
the 4th inning of the 2nd playoff game at Fenway Park, 10/5. Washington doubled on the hit. UPI"
Check out Lynn's face as he hits the warning track in centerfield. No fear. Keep in mind that this was BEFORE Fenway padded the walls. The Red Sox went on to beat the Oakland
A's in the playoffs to advance to the '75 World Series vs. the Cincinnati Reds.