Alfredo Griffin Autographed 1990 Leaf #95 Los Angeles Dodgers Card

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The 1990 Leaf #95 Alfredo Griffin features the veteran shortstop with the Los Angeles Dodgers in one of the most popular premium baseball releases of the early 1990s. Personally autographed by Griffin, this card combines the clean and highly recognizable 1990 Leaf design with a player whose lengthy Major League career included a Rookie of the Year Award, All-Star selection, Gold Glove and World Series championship.

The 1990 Leaf set remains a favorite among collectors from the era. Donruss revived the Leaf name as a premium baseball product with a more refined presentation than many contemporary releases. Its clean white borders, sharp photography and understated design helped distinguish 1990 Leaf during a period known for extremely high baseball card production.

Griffin was in his second stint with the Los Angeles Dodgers when this card was issued. He had returned to Los Angeles for the 1988 season and became the Dodgers' primary shortstop as the club made its memorable run to the 1988 World Series championship.

That championship season gave Griffin one of the defining accomplishments of his career. The Dodgers defeated the heavily favored Oakland Athletics in five games, highlighted by Kirk Gibson's famous Game 1 home run and dominant pitching from Orel Hershiser. Griffin appeared in the postseason and earned a World Series ring as a member of the championship club.

Long before joining the Dodgers, Griffin established himself as one of the American League's notable young shortstops. After appearing briefly with Cleveland, he joined the Toronto Blue Jays and became their everyday shortstop in 1979.

Griffin's first full Major League season was exceptional. He batted .287 with 179 hits and 21 stolen bases and was named the 1979 American League Co-Rookie of the Year, sharing the honor with Minnesota Twins infielder John Castino.

His career also included a 1984 All-Star selection and a 1985 American League Gold Glove Award while playing shortstop for the Oakland Athletics. Griffin's defensive ability, durability and speed helped him remain a Major League regular for much of his career.

One of Griffin's more unusual distinctions came during his 1984 All-Star season. He was added to the American League roster as a replacement, giving the dependable shortstop the only All-Star selection of his career.

Griffin ultimately played parts of 18 Major League seasons from 1976 through 1993 with the Cleveland Indians, Toronto Blue Jays, Oakland Athletics and Los Angeles Dodgers. He accumulated more than 1,600 career hits while building a reputation as a steady defensive shortstop.

With its premium Leaf presentation, Griffin's extensive list of career accomplishments and his genuine autograph, this #95 is an appealing signed card from the later stages of a distinguished Major League career.

Card Details:

  • Player: Alfredo Griffin
  • Team: Los Angeles Dodgers
  • Year: 1990
  • Manufacturer: Leaf/Donruss
  • Set: Leaf
  • Card Number: #95
  • Popular 1990 Leaf premium baseball issue
  • Clean white-bordered design with sharp player photography
  • Part of the highly collected revival of the Leaf baseball brand
  • Attractive premium format for Griffin's autograph
  • Member of the 1988 World Series champion Los Angeles Dodgers
  • 1979 American League Co-Rookie of the Year
  • Shared Rookie of the Year honors with John Castino
  • Batted .287 with 179 hits during his 1979 rookie season
  • 1984 American League All-Star
  • 1985 American League Gold Glove Award winner
  • Known for his defense, durability and speed at shortstop
  • Played for the Cleveland Indians, Toronto Blue Jays, Oakland Athletics and Los Angeles Dodgers
  • Collected more than 1,600 Major League hits
  • Played parts of 18 Major League seasons
  • Personally autographed
  • Condition: NM-MT or better

Authentication: Signature obtained through a private signing conducted by Under the Radar Sports Promotions and guaranteed to pass any third-party authentication service.

Combining the appeal of the 1990 Leaf set with a genuine autograph from a Rookie of the Year, All-Star, Gold Glove winner and 1988 World Series champion, this Alfredo Griffin #95 is an excellent addition for Dodgers fans and collectors of accomplished Major League shortstops.