Featuring Bill Dawley with the Houston Astros, this Bill Dawley autographed 1985 Fleer #348 Houston Astros card highlights the right-handed reliever during the early portion of his Major League career. Dawley emerged as a valuable member of Houston's bullpen immediately after reaching the majors.
Dawley made his Major League debut with the Astros in 1983 at age 25 and enjoyed an outstanding rookie season. Working exclusively in relief, he appeared in 50 games and posted a 6-6 record with eight saves and an impressive 2.82 ERA over 95 innings.
He followed with another productive season in 1984, making 60 appearances while recording 11 saves. Dawley's performance earned him a selection to the National League All-Star team, and he pitched a scoreless inning in the Midsummer Classic.
Dawley remained a heavily used member of the Houston bullpen in 1985, appearing in 57 games. He later pitched for the Chicago White Sox, St. Louis Cardinals, Philadelphia Phillies and Oakland Athletics during a seven-season Major League career spent almost entirely as a reliever.
The 1985 Fleer #348 captures Dawley during his tenure as an important member of the Astros bullpen and shortly after his All-Star season. It is an appealing addition for Houston collectors, Bill Dawley fans, All-Star collections, 1985 Fleer set collectors or collectors assembling comprehensive autographed player runs.
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