Featuring one of the original defensive standouts in Toronto Blue Jays history, this Alfredo Griffin autographed 1985 Fleer #106 Toronto Blue Jays card captures the shortstop near the conclusion of his first tenure with the franchise. Griffin had been a fixture in Torontos infield since 1979 and developed into a durable everyday player known for his speed, range and defensive ability.
Griffin made an immediate impact after becoming Torontos regular shortstop in 1979, batting .287 with 179 hits, 10 triples and 21 stolen bases. His performance earned him a share of the American League Rookie of the Year Award with Minnesota Twins infielder John Castino.
Durability became one of Griffins trademarks during his Blue Jays years. He appeared in all 162 games in three consecutive seasons from 1980 through 1982, leading the American League in triples with 15 in 1980. He also represented Toronto in the 1984 MLB All-Star Game, the only All-Star selection of his career.
Following the 1984 season, Griffin was traded to the Oakland Athletics, where he won an American League Gold Glove Award in 1985. He later became the starting shortstop for the 1988 World Series champion Los Angeles Dodgers before returning to Toronto and finishing his career with the Blue Jays, including a role on the 1992 World Series championship team.
The 1985 Fleer #106 represents Griffins original Toronto tenure and is an appealing addition for Blue Jays collectors, Alfredo Griffin fans, 1980s Fleer set collectors or collectors assembling comprehensive autographed player runs.
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