Chris Hammond Autographed 1994 Pacific #242 Florida Marlins Card

The 1994 Pacific #242 Chris Hammond features the left-handed pitcher with the Florida Marlins during the franchise's second season of Major League Baseball. Personally autographed by Hammond, this Pacific issue is an appealing alternative to the major Topps, Fleer, Donruss and Upper Deck releases from the same period and represents one of the original Marlins' most successful starting pitchers.

Pacific Trading Cards developed a loyal following during the 1990s with products that often looked and felt different from the hobby's larger manufacturers. The 1994 Pacific baseball set features a colorful, distinctly early-1990s presentation that gives Hammond's #242 its own identity among his numerous Marlins cards from the season. Pacific issues have also become especially enjoyable additions to comprehensive player collections because they help document the broad variety of manufacturers active during the era.

Hammond became a member of the Marlins when Florida selected him in the 1992 MLB Expansion Draft. The new franchise was assembling its first Major League roster, and the experienced left-hander arrived after beginning his career in the Cincinnati Reds organization.

Hammond quickly became an important part of Florida's original rotation. During the inaugural 1993 Marlins season, he made 32 starts and finished 15-12. His 15 victories established his Major League career high and led the first Florida Marlins team in wins.

Before his move to Florida, Hammond had been selected by the Cincinnati Reds in the sixth round of the 1986 MLB Draft out of the University of Alabama. He developed through Cincinnati's minor league system before making his Major League debut with the Reds on July 16, 1990.

Hammond's career eventually featured one of the more impressive veteran pitching comebacks of his era. After spending the 1999 through 2001 seasons outside the Major Leagues, he returned with the Atlanta Braves in 2002 at age 36, reinventing himself as a relief pitcher.

The comeback produced extraordinary results. Hammond appeared in 63 games, posted a 7-2 record with a 0.95 ERA, and allowed only seven earned runs over 76 innings. That performance revitalized his career and led to four additional Major League seasons.

Hammond ultimately pitched parts of 14 Major League seasons for seven organizations, with his career spanning from his 1990 debut with Cincinnati through his final season with San Diego in 2006.

With its distinctive Pacific styling, early Florida Marlins connection and genuine autograph, this 1994 Pacific #242 is a worthwhile issue for collectors seeking to build beyond the traditional mainstream releases and assemble a deeper Chris Hammond signed-card collection.

Card Details:

• Player: Chris Hammond
• Team: Florida Marlins
• Year: 1994
• Manufacturer: Pacific Trading Cards
• Set: Pacific
• Card Number: #242
• Distinctive 1994 Pacific baseball issue
• Colorful early-1990s Pacific presentation
• Appealing alternative to the era's major flagship brands
• Excellent issue for comprehensive player and team collections
• Early Florida Marlins collectible
• Issued during the franchise's second Major League season
• Selected by Florida in the 1992 MLB Expansion Draft
• Member of the inaugural 1993 Florida Marlins
• Made 32 starts during Florida's first season
• Finished 15-12 in 1993
• Led the inaugural Marlins with 15 victories
• 15 wins established Hammond's Major League career high
• Originally selected by Cincinnati in the sixth round of the 1986 MLB Draft
• Former University of Alabama pitcher
• Made his Major League debut with Cincinnati on July 16, 1990
• Returned to the Major Leagues with Atlanta at age 36 in 2002
• Posted a remarkable 7-2 record and 0.95 ERA in 63 appearances in 2002
• Allowed only seven earned runs in 76 innings during his comeback season
• Pitched parts of 14 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.

A distinctive signed issue for collectors of Chris Hammond, Florida Marlins memorabilia, 1994 Pacific baseball cards, original Marlins players, 1990s baseball issues, or comprehensive autographed player runs.