Bill Gullickson Autographed 1991 Score Rookie & Traded #56T Detroit Tigers Card

Celebrate the career of a former National League All-Star, American League wins leader, and accomplished international baseball veteran with this Bill Gullickson autographed 1991 Score Rookie & Traded #56T Detroit Tigers baseball card, available from Under the Radar Sports Promotions. Featuring Gullickson during his first season with Detroit, this collectible honors a durable right-handed starting pitcher who enjoyed success in Major League Baseball and Japan, including a remarkable 1991 season in which he led the American League with 20 victories.

Bill Gullickson enjoyed a 14-season Major League career from 1979 through 1994, pitching for the Montreal Expos, Cincinnati Reds, New York Yankees, Houston Astros, and Detroit Tigers. Known for his control, durability, and ability to work deep into games, Gullickson established himself as a dependable starting pitcher who accumulated more than 160 Major League victories.

Originally selected by the Montreal Expos in the first round of the 1977 Major League Baseball Draft, Gullickson developed through the organization's minor league system before making his Major League debut on September 20, 1979.

Gullickson quickly emerged as one of Montreal's promising young pitchers, joining an organization that featured talented players such as Gary Carter, Andre Dawson, Tim Raines, Steve Rogers, and Tim Wallach.

His breakthrough came during the 1980 season, when he finished with a 105 record and a 3.00 ERA, establishing himself as one of the National League's top rookie pitchers.

One of the most memorable performances of his early career came on September 10, 1980, when he struck out 18 Chicago Cubs batters in a single game.

The remarkable performance established a Major League record for strikeouts by a rookie pitcher in a nine-inning game, an achievement that demonstrated his tremendous ability to overpower opposing hitters.

Gullickson finished second in the 1980 National League Rookie of the Year voting, further recognizing his outstanding first full Major League season.

He continued developing into an important member of Montreal's starting rotation during the early 1980s.

In 1981, Gullickson helped the Expos capture the National League East second-half championship and advance to the postseason.

Montreal defeated the Philadelphia Phillies in the National League Division Series, advancing to the National League Championship Series against the Los Angeles Dodgers.

Although the Dodgers ultimately won the series, the 1981 Expos remain one of the most memorable teams in franchise history.

Gullickson continued providing Montreal with dependable starting pitching throughout the early 1980s.

In 1983, he enjoyed one of his finest seasons, finishing with a 1712 record and a 3.75 ERA.

His performance earned him a selection to the 1983 National League All-Star team, recognizing his success as one of the league's most accomplished starting pitchers.

Gullickson remained with Montreal through the 1985 season, establishing himself as a familiar and respected member of the Expos' pitching staff.

He subsequently pitched for the Cincinnati Reds, New York Yankees, and Houston Astros, continuing his career as an experienced Major League starter.

Following the 1987 season, Gullickson took his talents overseas, joining the Yomiuri Giants of Japan's Nippon Professional Baseball league.

He pitched for Yomiuri during the 1988 and 1989 seasons, enjoying success while adapting to a different style of professional baseball.

His time in Japan added an international dimension to his career and demonstrated his ability to compete successfully outside Major League Baseball.

Gullickson returned to the Major Leagues with the Houston Astros in 1990, reestablishing himself as a productive starting pitcher.

He finished the season with a 1014 record, providing Houston with valuable innings following his return from Japan.

Following the 1990 season, Gullickson joined the Detroit Tigers, beginning the final and one of the most successful chapters of his Major League career.

The Tigers featured a powerful offensive lineup during the early 1990s, including Cecil Fielder, Lou Whitaker, Alan Trammell, Travis Fryman, and Mickey Tettleton.

Gullickson immediately made an impact in Detroit's starting rotation.

In 1991, he produced one of the finest seasons of his career, finishing with a remarkable 209 record.

His 20 victories led the American League, making him one of the league's most successful starting pitchers that season.

The achievement was particularly impressive because Gullickson had returned to Major League Baseball only a year earlier following two seasons in Japan.

His success helped Detroit remain competitive in the American League East and established him as one of the team's most valuable pitchers.

Gullickson's 20-win season also represented a major milestone in his career, demonstrating his durability and ability to succeed against American League hitters.

He continued pitching for Detroit during the early 1990s, providing veteran leadership and dependable starting pitching.

In 1992, Gullickson recorded 14 victories, following his American League-leading season with another productive campaign.

He remained with the Tigers through the 1994 season, completing his Major League career after more than a decade of success.

Gullickson finished with a 162136 career record, a 3.93 ERA, and 1,279 strikeouts.

His accomplishments included a 1983 National League All-Star selection, a 1991 American League wins title, a 20-win season, and a memorable 18-strikeout performance as a rookie.

His successful seasons with the Yomiuri Giants also distinguish him as a player who contributed to professional baseball on both sides of the Pacific.

The 1991 Score Rookie & Traded #56T card features Gullickson in his Detroit Tigers uniform during his outstanding 20-win season.

The 1991 Score Rookie & Traded set complemented the regular Score baseball release by featuring players who changed teams, updated roster assignments, and emerging Major League talent.

The set's colorful presentation and player-focused photography reflect the distinctive appearance of early 1990s baseball cards.

Although the release carries the Rookie & Traded designation, this is a traded-player issue rather than Gullickson's rookie card, documenting his arrival in Detroit during one of the most successful seasons of his Major League career.

For collectors of Detroit Tigers memorabilia, Montreal Expos All-Stars, American League wins leaders, and players with international professional baseball experience, this signed card represents an appealing connection to an accomplished starting pitcher.

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

This autographed Bill Gullickson card is an excellent addition to collections featuring Detroit Tigers 20-game winners, Montreal Expos All-Stars, American League pitching leaders, former Yomiuri Giants players, and signed early 1990s Score baseball cards.