Wednesday, March 12, 2025

1962 Back-O'-The-Card: Rollie Sheldon

"Rollie made the Yankees after only half a year of experience at Class D Auburn. With Auburn in 1960, the young right-hander won 15 games, against only one loss.
Rollie's success in the majors came at a time when manager Houk needed mound help. He pitched two consecutive shutout during the '61 season."

-1962 Topps No. 185

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

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