Tuesday, October 20, 2020

1959 Back-O'-The-Card: Tom Sturdivant

 "After two big seasons for the Yankees, Tom ran into bad luck last year. A painful injury sidelined him for a month and a half and prevented him from flashing his truly excellent form. In 1957, Tom tied for the American League lead in won-lost percentage.
Tom owns a baffling fastball and a good curve. He was an outfielder before switching to pitching."

-1959 Topps No. 471

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1963 Back-O'-The-Card: Gary Blaylock (Harlan Yankees)

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