Written by: Craig Muder Related Stories #CardCorner: 1980 Topps Jesse Jefferson In spite of his win-loss record, Jesse Jefferson authored some of the greatest one-game performances of his generation. Learn more #CardCorner: 1978 Topps Matt Alexander Matt Alexander's value as a pinch runner kept him on MLB rosters and, in 1979, helped fuel Pittsburgh's World Series title. Learn more #CardCorner: 1975 Topps Herb Washington "Hurricane" Herb Washington's psychedelic 1975 Topps card. Learn more #CardCorner: 1971 Topps Joe Morgan A winter meetings trading frenzy transported Joe Morgan from Houston to Cincinnati. Learn more #CardCorner: 1978 Topps Matt Alexander Matt Alexander's value as a pinch runner kept him on MLB rosters and, in 1979, helped fuel Pittsburgh's World Series title. Learn more #CardCorner: 1978 Topps Matt Alexander Matt Alexander's value as a pinch runner kept him on MLB rosters and, in 1979, helped fuel Pittsburgh's World Series title. Learn more #CardCorner: 1978 Topps Otto Vélez Once a talented prospect, Otto Vélez struggled to find playing time early in his career before battling injuries later on. Learn more #CardCorner: 1978 Topps Al Oliver In his 1978 Topps card, Al Oliver appears to be deeply engrossed in thought. Learn more #CardCorner: 1985 Topps Don Baylor Don Baylor never went down without a fight. Learn more #CardCorner: 1972 Topps Blue Moon Odom Blue Moon Odom's unusual delivery style is captured in his 1972 Topps "In Action" card. Learn more #CardCorner: 1978 Topps Matt Alexander 01.01.2023 Learn more #Shortstops: Blue leather 01.01.2023 Learn more #CardCorner: 1985 Topps Don Baylor 01.01.2023 Learn more #CardCorner: 1978 Topps Al Oliver 01.01.2023 Learn more #CardCorner: 1978 Topps Matt Alexander 01.01.2023 Learn more #CardCorner: 1978 Topps Otto Vélez 01.01.2023 Learn more #CardCorner: 1978 Topps Matt Alexander 01.01.2023 Learn more Rickey Henderson’s two RBI lead A’s to 11th straight win to start 1981 season 01.01.2023 Learn more #CardCorner: 1972 Topps Blue Moon Odom 01.01.2023 Learn more #CardCorner: 1972 Topps Dave Cash 01.01.2023 Learn more
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