The DODGERS Page!
1969 Topps #400 Don Drysdale
1952 Topps #312 Jackie Robinson
THE DODGERS. You just have to have a soft spot in your heart for this team at one time or another. Either in their "Daffi-ness" or "Dem-Bums"
Brooklyn teams, their classic 1955 World Championship Team, the Koufax/Drysdale led teams of the 1960's, the Garvey-Lopes-Russell-Cey
infield of the '70's, or the '88 World Championship team of over-achievers led by Kirk Gibson, you just have had to root for this team at one time
or another. Here is our brief little tribute to the Brooklyn & Los Angeles Dodgers Teams.
Brooklyn teams, their classic 1955 World Championship Team, the Koufax/Drysdale led teams of the 1960's, the Garvey-Lopes-Russell-Cey
infield of the '70's, or the '88 World Championship team of over-achievers led by Kirk Gibson, you just have had to root for this team at one time
or another. Here is our brief little tribute to the Brooklyn & Los Angeles Dodgers Teams.
<<< I didn't get to see Sandy Koufax pitch in person as I was born in 1963 (the
same year he won both MVP AND Cy Young Award). But if I had the opportunity
to go back in time and see one pitcher, it would be Sandy Koufax. It took him
awhile to get going, but once he did he was perhaps the most dominating
pitcher ever. Essentially, Koufax made the Hall of Fame for just SIX seasons!
During that span (1961-1966) Koufax won 129 games (against only 47 losses),
won 3 Cy Young Awards, 1 MVP Award, and pitched 4 no-hitters including a
perfect game. Sandy was dandy! This is his first bubble gum card from the
1955 Topps set and probably the most desirable Koufax card to collectors.
same year he won both MVP AND Cy Young Award). But if I had the opportunity
to go back in time and see one pitcher, it would be Sandy Koufax. It took him
awhile to get going, but once he did he was perhaps the most dominating
pitcher ever. Essentially, Koufax made the Hall of Fame for just SIX seasons!
During that span (1961-1966) Koufax won 129 games (against only 47 losses),
won 3 Cy Young Awards, 1 MVP Award, and pitched 4 no-hitters including a
perfect game. Sandy was dandy! This is his first bubble gum card from the
1955 Topps set and probably the most desirable Koufax card to collectors.
1955 Topps #123 Sandy Koufax (Rookie Card)
>>>GIL HODGES was a fixture at first base for both the Brooklyn & Los Angeles Dodger
teams. Hodges hit 4 Home Runs in a game, drove in 100 or more runs in seven consecutive
seasons, clubbed 370 lifetime Home Runs with 1274 RBI's, was the best first sacker in the
National League, hit the very first HR in New York Mets history, managed the "Miracle Mets" to
their 1969 World Championship and STILL IS NOT IN THE HALL OF FAME!!! Keep in mind
Hodges also lost 3 years to the military early in his career, otherwise his stats would be even
more impressive and with over 400 HR's it is pretty much a sure thing that he would have been a
Hall of Famer. As it is, the Hall Of Fame should be ashamed that Gil Hodges is not a member.
teams. Hodges hit 4 Home Runs in a game, drove in 100 or more runs in seven consecutive
seasons, clubbed 370 lifetime Home Runs with 1274 RBI's, was the best first sacker in the
National League, hit the very first HR in New York Mets history, managed the "Miracle Mets" to
their 1969 World Championship and STILL IS NOT IN THE HALL OF FAME!!! Keep in mind
Hodges also lost 3 years to the military early in his career, otherwise his stats would be even
more impressive and with over 400 HR's it is pretty much a sure thing that he would have been a
Hall of Famer. As it is, the Hall Of Fame should be ashamed that Gil Hodges is not a member.
1959 Home Run Derby Gil Hodges
<<< DON NEWCOMBE was one of the few pitchers to win both the Cy
Young Award AND Most Valuable Player Award in the same year.
Newcombe accomplished the feat in 1956 winning 27 games and losing
only 7. Another Dodger hurler accomplished the feat just seven years
later- Sandy Koufax won both awards in 1963 for the L.A. Dodgers. Don
Newcombe won 20 or more games three times in his Dodger career. He
finished his baseball career with 139 wins against only 90 losses (.623
winning percentage). A very overlooked player and person.
This is one of Don's last cards as an active player. He was traded by the
Dodgers to the Reds in 1958 and finished his career with Cleveland in
1960. But he will always be remembered as a Dodger.
Young Award AND Most Valuable Player Award in the same year.
Newcombe accomplished the feat in 1956 winning 27 games and losing
only 7. Another Dodger hurler accomplished the feat just seven years
later- Sandy Koufax won both awards in 1963 for the L.A. Dodgers. Don
Newcombe won 20 or more games three times in his Dodger career. He
finished his baseball career with 139 wins against only 90 losses (.623
winning percentage). A very overlooked player and person.
This is one of Don's last cards as an active player. He was traded by the
Dodgers to the Reds in 1958 and finished his career with Cleveland in
1960. But he will always be remembered as a Dodger.
1959 Topps #312 Don Newcombe
>>> What a great card this is. 1957 was the first year that Topps
experimented with "combination" cards; cards that featured multiple players
on the same card. This card features four Brooklyn Dodgers stars
complete with Ebbetts Field outfield wall advertising. This card also marks
the very last appearance of a Dodger in a Brooklyn uniform as the next
year Topps showed them in their new "L.A." uniforms. Sadly it also marked
Roy Campanella's last appearance as a player on a bubble-gum card as
he was tragically injured in a car accident prior to the Dodger's move to Los
Angeles.
Trivia: What were the uniform numbers of the Dodger players pictured on
this card? (scroll to bottom of page for answers)
experimented with "combination" cards; cards that featured multiple players
on the same card. This card features four Brooklyn Dodgers stars
complete with Ebbetts Field outfield wall advertising. This card also marks
the very last appearance of a Dodger in a Brooklyn uniform as the next
year Topps showed them in their new "L.A." uniforms. Sadly it also marked
Roy Campanella's last appearance as a player on a bubble-gum card as
he was tragically injured in a car accident prior to the Dodger's move to Los
Angeles.
Trivia: What were the uniform numbers of the Dodger players pictured on
this card? (scroll to bottom of page for answers)
1957 Topps #400 Dodgers Sluggers (Carl Furillo, Gil Hodges, Roy Campanella, Duke Snider)
1963 Dodger Stadium Postcard
Dodger Stadium and I are about the same age; Dodger Stadium was finished for play in 1962 and I was born in 1963. I have been to many games at Dodger Stadium and it is a
beautiful ballpark with beautiful views. Another great feature of Dodger Stadium is that they don't rely on gimmicks such as fake waterfalls, "Rally Monkeys," swimming pools, and
other non-baseball garbage that I guess some "fans" like. I like to watch baseball and forget that other crap. If I want to see a fake waterfall or go swimming I certainly am not going
to a ballpark. I can go to Disneyland or the Pacific Ocean for that nonsense. However with a new owner I am not sure how much longer Dodger Stadium is going to be a baseball
stadium. Already they are deluging the fans with advertisements everywhere you look and it's just a matter of time before Dodger Stadium becomes "HOOTERS Ball Park" or some
other corporate name like most baseball stadiums nowadays.
beautiful ballpark with beautiful views. Another great feature of Dodger Stadium is that they don't rely on gimmicks such as fake waterfalls, "Rally Monkeys," swimming pools, and
other non-baseball garbage that I guess some "fans" like. I like to watch baseball and forget that other crap. If I want to see a fake waterfall or go swimming I certainly am not going
to a ballpark. I can go to Disneyland or the Pacific Ocean for that nonsense. However with a new owner I am not sure how much longer Dodger Stadium is going to be a baseball
stadium. Already they are deluging the fans with advertisements everywhere you look and it's just a matter of time before Dodger Stadium becomes "HOOTERS Ball Park" or some
other corporate name like most baseball stadiums nowadays.
1955 Bowman #169 Carl Furillo
A very underrated Dodger was "The Reading Rifle," Carl Furillo (or "Skoonj" as he was affectionately called by the Brooklyn faithful). Furillo was a fixture in right field for the Dodgers
from 1946 to 1960. Over a 162 game schedule, he would have averaged 17 HR's with 95 RBI's, while batting nearly .300 (.299). In 1953, Carl won the N.L. Batting Crown with a nifty
.344 average. He was also a master at playing caroms off the Ebbetts Field right field wall and he had a rifle of an arm (hence the "Reading Rifle" moniker), chalking up a career high
24 assists in 1951. Furillo appeared in 7 World Series for the Dodgers and recorded 34 hits in those contests including a game winning hit in the 1959 series vs. the White Sox. For a
complete record of Carl Furillo's statistics click here.
1955 marked the final year of Bowman Gum's production of baseball cards. They were bought out by rival Topps Chewing Gum the following year. However Bowman went out with a
bang as they used a TV set design that remains a true classic (in fact Topps was later to copy this design on their 1966 Football and Hockey issues).
from 1946 to 1960. Over a 162 game schedule, he would have averaged 17 HR's with 95 RBI's, while batting nearly .300 (.299). In 1953, Carl won the N.L. Batting Crown with a nifty
.344 average. He was also a master at playing caroms off the Ebbetts Field right field wall and he had a rifle of an arm (hence the "Reading Rifle" moniker), chalking up a career high
24 assists in 1951. Furillo appeared in 7 World Series for the Dodgers and recorded 34 hits in those contests including a game winning hit in the 1959 series vs. the White Sox. For a
complete record of Carl Furillo's statistics click here.
1955 marked the final year of Bowman Gum's production of baseball cards. They were bought out by rival Topps Chewing Gum the following year. However Bowman went out with a
bang as they used a TV set design that remains a true classic (in fact Topps was later to copy this design on their 1966 Football and Hockey issues).
Trivia answers: Carl Furillo #6, Gil Hodges #14, Roy Campanella #39 (now retired by the Dodgers), and Duke Snider #4 (also retired).
Steve Garvey is not in the Hall of Fame, but like fellow Dodger first baseman Gil Hodges, should
be. Garvey was the anchor at first base throughout the 1970's and early 1980's. He was an annual
All-Star (I believe he won two All-Star Game MVP awards), won the National League Most Valuable
Player Award (1974), and led the Dodgers to 4 World Series (1974, 1977-78, 1981) plus he helped
the San Diego Padres to the Fall Classic in 1984. Check out these stats: Lifetime batting average of
.294 (including 7 seasons with a .300 or better average), 2599 hits (6 seasons of 200 or more hits),
440 doubles, 272 Home Runs, 1308 RBI's (including 6 seasons with 95 or more RBI's), and a .994
fielding percentage (4-time Gold Glove winner). It was a shame to see Garvey go to the Padres. The
Dodgers banked on Greg Brock to take Garvey's place but that never happened. It wasn't until Eric
Karros that the Dodgers finally got a steady first sacker with some power. This is Garvey's rookie
card, from the 1971 Topps set. Notice he was at third base; however this was a failed attempt. Garvey
soon took over first base from Wes Parker and Ron Cey went on to play third (thank goodness!). With
Garvey at first, Davey Lopes at second, Bill Russell at short, and Ron Cey at third (see below), the
Dodgers had a steady and reliable infield that lasted 10 years (a record). It was a good time to be a
Dodgers fan!
be. Garvey was the anchor at first base throughout the 1970's and early 1980's. He was an annual
All-Star (I believe he won two All-Star Game MVP awards), won the National League Most Valuable
Player Award (1974), and led the Dodgers to 4 World Series (1974, 1977-78, 1981) plus he helped
the San Diego Padres to the Fall Classic in 1984. Check out these stats: Lifetime batting average of
.294 (including 7 seasons with a .300 or better average), 2599 hits (6 seasons of 200 or more hits),
440 doubles, 272 Home Runs, 1308 RBI's (including 6 seasons with 95 or more RBI's), and a .994
fielding percentage (4-time Gold Glove winner). It was a shame to see Garvey go to the Padres. The
Dodgers banked on Greg Brock to take Garvey's place but that never happened. It wasn't until Eric
Karros that the Dodgers finally got a steady first sacker with some power. This is Garvey's rookie
card, from the 1971 Topps set. Notice he was at third base; however this was a failed attempt. Garvey
soon took over first base from Wes Parker and Ron Cey went on to play third (thank goodness!). With
Garvey at first, Davey Lopes at second, Bill Russell at short, and Ron Cey at third (see below), the
Dodgers had a steady and reliable infield that lasted 10 years (a record). It was a good time to be a
Dodgers fan!
1971 Topps #343 Steve Garvey RC
1988 Topps Traded Tiffany #40T Kirk
Gibson
Gibson
Kirk Gibson is not in the Hall Of Fame either, but it really doesn't matter. A fan favorite in both Detroit and Los Angeles,
Kirk Gibson will be remembered forever for his heroics in both the 1984 (Tigers) and 1988 (Dodgers) World Series. How
clutch was Gibson? In the 1984 AL Championship Series vs. Kansas City, Gibson hit .417. In the World Series that same
year he batted .333 with 2 HR's, 4 runs scored, and 7 RBI's. Gibson stopped a possible Padre rally in Game 1 when he
threw out a runner trying to advance and he also had 3 stolen bases in that series. His 2 HR's came in Game 5 to clinch
the Series. 1988 was a banner year for Gibson. While he did not post "monster" stats, he did hit .290 with 25 HR's and 76
RBI's. But the fans who saw Gibson play that year, along with the baseball writers both agreed that Gibson was the NL
MVP. He was the catalyst for that Dodger team and if any player should get a MOST VALUABLE PLAYER award, Mr. Kirk
Gibson certainly deserved that award. Gibson was hurt in the NL Championship series but I do remember him making a
diving, miraculous catch vs. the Mets and when I saw him do that I knew something was magical about this Dodger team.
They went to the World Series against a heavily favored Oakland A's team, featuring slugger's Mark McGwire and Jose
Canseco (the AL MVP). However with ONE AT-BAT in Game 1, Kirk Gibson won that World Series. Those who saw that
game KNEW that the Dodgers were going to win that series. It was over for Oakland when Gibson's pinch-hit, 9th inning
HR off Dennis Eckersley went sailing into the right field pavilion. I have never seen a better baseball moment. That was
also Gibson's ONLY at-bat in that World Series, but it propelled the Dodgers to a Championship. If you want a terrific Kirk
Gibson card, try this 1988 Topps Traded card; the first Topps card to feature Gibson in Dodger blue. A thrilling reminder
of that magical 1988 season!
Kirk Gibson will be remembered forever for his heroics in both the 1984 (Tigers) and 1988 (Dodgers) World Series. How
clutch was Gibson? In the 1984 AL Championship Series vs. Kansas City, Gibson hit .417. In the World Series that same
year he batted .333 with 2 HR's, 4 runs scored, and 7 RBI's. Gibson stopped a possible Padre rally in Game 1 when he
threw out a runner trying to advance and he also had 3 stolen bases in that series. His 2 HR's came in Game 5 to clinch
the Series. 1988 was a banner year for Gibson. While he did not post "monster" stats, he did hit .290 with 25 HR's and 76
RBI's. But the fans who saw Gibson play that year, along with the baseball writers both agreed that Gibson was the NL
MVP. He was the catalyst for that Dodger team and if any player should get a MOST VALUABLE PLAYER award, Mr. Kirk
Gibson certainly deserved that award. Gibson was hurt in the NL Championship series but I do remember him making a
diving, miraculous catch vs. the Mets and when I saw him do that I knew something was magical about this Dodger team.
They went to the World Series against a heavily favored Oakland A's team, featuring slugger's Mark McGwire and Jose
Canseco (the AL MVP). However with ONE AT-BAT in Game 1, Kirk Gibson won that World Series. Those who saw that
game KNEW that the Dodgers were going to win that series. It was over for Oakland when Gibson's pinch-hit, 9th inning
HR off Dennis Eckersley went sailing into the right field pavilion. I have never seen a better baseball moment. That was
also Gibson's ONLY at-bat in that World Series, but it propelled the Dodgers to a Championship. If you want a terrific Kirk
Gibson card, try this 1988 Topps Traded card; the first Topps card to feature Gibson in Dodger blue. A thrilling reminder
of that magical 1988 season!
1972 Topps #761 A.L.-N.L. Rookie Stars (Ron Cey RC)
Ron Cey (aka. "The Penguin") was a fixture for the Dodgers at third base from 1972-1982. He was nicknamed "The Penguin" because of his peculiar gait, which did somewhat
resemble a penguin's waddle. While Hall of Famer Mike Schmidt of the Philadelphia Phillies was the premier third sacker in the National League during this time, Cey provided a
steady glove for the Dodgers and put up some power numbers of his own. He hit 20 or more HR's 10 times during his career, including a high of 30 in 1977. His lifetime stats
include a .261 average, 1868 hits, 328 doubles, 316 home runs, & 1139 runs batted in. The Dodgers went to the World Series four different times with Cey as their third baseman
(1974, 1977, 1978, 1981) and he was co-MVP (along with Pedro Guerrero and Steve Yeager) in the 1981 Series vs. the Yankees when he batted .350 with 7 hits and 6 RBI's. This
is Ron Cey's rookie card from the 1972 Topps high numbered series. Coincidentally, Cey appeared on Mike Schmidt's 1973 Topps rookie card (1973 Topps #615 Rookie Third
Baseman) so if you are looking to buy Cey's second year card expect to pay around $85 for an ungraded NM example. This 1972 Ron Cey rookie card, his "true" rookie card, lists
for $15 in ungraded NM condition. Also featured is Ben Oglivie, who was a star for both the Boston Red Sox and Milwaukee Brewers.
resemble a penguin's waddle. While Hall of Famer Mike Schmidt of the Philadelphia Phillies was the premier third sacker in the National League during this time, Cey provided a
steady glove for the Dodgers and put up some power numbers of his own. He hit 20 or more HR's 10 times during his career, including a high of 30 in 1977. His lifetime stats
include a .261 average, 1868 hits, 328 doubles, 316 home runs, & 1139 runs batted in. The Dodgers went to the World Series four different times with Cey as their third baseman
(1974, 1977, 1978, 1981) and he was co-MVP (along with Pedro Guerrero and Steve Yeager) in the 1981 Series vs. the Yankees when he batted .350 with 7 hits and 6 RBI's. This
is Ron Cey's rookie card from the 1972 Topps high numbered series. Coincidentally, Cey appeared on Mike Schmidt's 1973 Topps rookie card (1973 Topps #615 Rookie Third
Baseman) so if you are looking to buy Cey's second year card expect to pay around $85 for an ungraded NM example. This 1972 Ron Cey rookie card, his "true" rookie card, lists
for $15 in ungraded NM condition. Also featured is Ben Oglivie, who was a star for both the Boston Red Sox and Milwaukee Brewers.
1963 Fleer #40 Tommy Davis 1961 Topps #506 Willie Davis RC
During the 1960's the Dodgers appeared in 3 World Series; in no small part thanks to these two unrelated platers, Tommy & Willie Davis. Tommy Davis won back to back batting titles
as a Dodger (1962- .346, 1963- .326). In 1962 he had a monster year, batting .346, 230 hits, 27 doubles, 9 triples, 27 HRs, 120 Runs, and 153 RBIs! He also stole 18 bases for good
measure. Tommy Davis played 8 seasons as a Dodger and finished his career with over 2,000 hits and a lifetime .294 batting average.
Willie Davis played for the Dodgers from 1960-1973. Not so much a power threat, Willie still batted .284 or better in 9 different seasons as a Dodger, and provided speed on the
bases and in the outfield. From 1962 to 1975, Willie stole no less than 17 bases and finished his career with nearly 400 thefts (398). He also had 2561 lifetime hits with a respectable
.279 batting average.
as a Dodger (1962- .346, 1963- .326). In 1962 he had a monster year, batting .346, 230 hits, 27 doubles, 9 triples, 27 HRs, 120 Runs, and 153 RBIs! He also stole 18 bases for good
measure. Tommy Davis played 8 seasons as a Dodger and finished his career with over 2,000 hits and a lifetime .294 batting average.
Willie Davis played for the Dodgers from 1960-1973. Not so much a power threat, Willie still batted .284 or better in 9 different seasons as a Dodger, and provided speed on the
bases and in the outfield. From 1962 to 1975, Willie stole no less than 17 bases and finished his career with nearly 400 thefts (398). He also had 2561 lifetime hits with a respectable
.279 batting average.
1963 Topps #210 Sandy Koufax
1962 Bell Brand Dodgers #4 Duke Snider
Edwin "Duke" Snider was a mainstay on the Dodgers (both Brooklyn & Los Angeles) from 1947-1962. He belted 407 home runs in his career (including 5 consecutive seasons with
40 or more home runs), batting .295 with 1333 RBI's. He also was considered one of the premier New York centerfielders of the 1950's while with Brooklyn (hence, the song "Willie,
Mickey, and the "Duke"). Snider played in 6 World Series, winning in both 1955 (Brooklyn) and 1959 (Los Angeles). He hit 11 World Series home runs while batting a respectable
.286, so he was very consistent, even in the clutch. While these numbers may not mean much in today's steroid era, back then they did mean something. The "Duke" was elected to
the Hall of Fame in 1980. I had the pleasure of meeting Duke Snider a couple of times as a kid at Dodger Stadium. This was long after he had retired and he was (and is) a very
classy individual. I still have the autographs he signed for me. Thanks Duke!
From 1960-1962, Bell Brand Potato Chips ("If it's Bell, it's Swell!") issued beautiful full color cards of Dodger players. These are tough to find in nice shape today as many suffered
from grease stains, handling, etc. Hey, back then, cards were traded and played with! Who knew that someday they might be worth money! Bell Brand also issued a set in 1958, and
while very expensive, they are sepia toned with faux wood framed borders and not as beautiful as their later efforts. This 1962 Bell Brand #4 Duke Snider is just a beauty! Card
manufacturers today should take a lesson from these issues. You don't need fancy, glitzy, chrome and refractive technology to make a great baseball card. Just look at that smile on
the Duke! Priceless!
40 or more home runs), batting .295 with 1333 RBI's. He also was considered one of the premier New York centerfielders of the 1950's while with Brooklyn (hence, the song "Willie,
Mickey, and the "Duke"). Snider played in 6 World Series, winning in both 1955 (Brooklyn) and 1959 (Los Angeles). He hit 11 World Series home runs while batting a respectable
.286, so he was very consistent, even in the clutch. While these numbers may not mean much in today's steroid era, back then they did mean something. The "Duke" was elected to
the Hall of Fame in 1980. I had the pleasure of meeting Duke Snider a couple of times as a kid at Dodger Stadium. This was long after he had retired and he was (and is) a very
classy individual. I still have the autographs he signed for me. Thanks Duke!
From 1960-1962, Bell Brand Potato Chips ("If it's Bell, it's Swell!") issued beautiful full color cards of Dodger players. These are tough to find in nice shape today as many suffered
from grease stains, handling, etc. Hey, back then, cards were traded and played with! Who knew that someday they might be worth money! Bell Brand also issued a set in 1958, and
while very expensive, they are sepia toned with faux wood framed borders and not as beautiful as their later efforts. This 1962 Bell Brand #4 Duke Snider is just a beauty! Card
manufacturers today should take a lesson from these issues. You don't need fancy, glitzy, chrome and refractive technology to make a great baseball card. Just look at that smile on
the Duke! Priceless!
1948 Swell Sport Thrills #9 Greatest Catch!
(Al Gionfriddo) SP
(Al Gionfriddo) SP
Game 6 of the 1947 World Series. The New York Yankees are up 3 games to 2 to the Brookiyn
Dodgers. The score is 8-5 Brooklyn, but the Yankees are rallying. They get two runners on for the
great slugger Joe DiMaggio. He belts the ball all the way to the 415 ft. sign in centerfield. Looks like
a sure home run that will tie the game. But here comes little Al Gionfriddo, all 5'-6" of him racing
towards the fence. He reaches and snags the ball before it goes over the short fence for a 3-run
home run. The Dodgers go on to win the game. They went on to lose Game 7, but moments like this
were forever imprinted on the minds of the Brooklyn faithful. It was one of the great clutch catches of
all-time and If you have ever seen film footage of this catch, they also show Joe D kicking the dirt as
he realizes Gionfriddo has caught his drive. It was a rare display of emotion from the stoic "Yankee
Clipper."
Al Gionfriddo only played 4 years in the big leagues, so there are really no cards (that I know of)
that feature him during his playing days except for this 1948 SWELL Sport Thrills card (left) that
captures the great catch.
Dodgers. The score is 8-5 Brooklyn, but the Yankees are rallying. They get two runners on for the
great slugger Joe DiMaggio. He belts the ball all the way to the 415 ft. sign in centerfield. Looks like
a sure home run that will tie the game. But here comes little Al Gionfriddo, all 5'-6" of him racing
towards the fence. He reaches and snags the ball before it goes over the short fence for a 3-run
home run. The Dodgers go on to win the game. They went on to lose Game 7, but moments like this
were forever imprinted on the minds of the Brooklyn faithful. It was one of the great clutch catches of
all-time and If you have ever seen film footage of this catch, they also show Joe D kicking the dirt as
he realizes Gionfriddo has caught his drive. It was a rare display of emotion from the stoic "Yankee
Clipper."
Al Gionfriddo only played 4 years in the big leagues, so there are really no cards (that I know of)
that feature him during his playing days except for this 1948 SWELL Sport Thrills card (left) that
captures the great catch.