Bruce Ruffin Autographed 1997 Fleer Ultra #340 Colorado Rockies Card

Featuring Bruce Ruffin with the Colorado Rockies, this Bruce Ruffin autographed 1997 Fleer Ultra #340 Colorado Rockies card showcases the veteran left-hander during his transition from starting pitcher to an important member of the Colorado bullpen.

Ruffin was selected by the Philadelphia Phillies in the second round of the 1985 MLB Draft out of the University of Texas and reached the Major Leagues the following season. As a rookie in 1986, he went 9-4 with a 2.46 ERA in 21 starts, finishing seventh in National League Rookie of the Year voting.

After six seasons with Philadelphia, Ruffin pitched for the Milwaukee Brewers before joining the Colorado Rockies during their inaugural 1993 season. He became a valuable member of the pitching staff as the young franchise developed into a contender, working primarily out of the bullpen during his later seasons in Colorado.

Ruffin enjoyed one of his strongest seasons in 1996, recording a career-high 24 saves while appearing in 63 games for the Rockies. He followed with another 13 saves in 1997, giving Colorado an experienced left-handed option in late-inning situations.

Over 12 Major League seasons with the Phillies, Brewers and Rockies, Ruffin appeared in 468 games, making 127 starts and recording 63 saves. The 1997 Fleer Ultra #340 is an appealing addition for Colorado Rockies collectors, Bruce Ruffin fans, Fleer Ultra set collectors or collectors assembling comprehensive autographed player runs.

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