Keith Hernandez Autographed 1985 Fleer #85 New York Mets Card

Add a classic 1980s Mets issue of one of the finest defensive first basemen in baseball history with this Keith Hernandez autographed 1985 Fleer #85 New York Mets card. The card comes from the period when Hernandez had become a cornerstone of a rapidly improving Mets club and one of the veteran leaders who helped transform the franchise into a championship contender.

Hernandez enjoyed an outstanding 1985 season, batting .309 with 183 hits, 34 doubles, 10 home runs and 91 RBI. He earned an All-Star selection, won another Gold Glove at first base and finished second in National League MVP voting as the Mets won 98 games.

His impact in New York extended well beyond his offensive production. Acquired from the St. Louis Cardinals during the 1983 season, Hernandez became a respected leader and defensive anchor for the Mets. In 1986, he helped New York win 108 regular-season games before defeating the Boston Red Sox in a memorable seven-game World Series.

Hernandez's career accomplishments include 11 consecutive Gold Glove Awards, five All-Star selections and two Silver Slugger Awards. He shared the 1979 National League MVP Award with Willie Stargell after leading the league with a .344 batting average and 116 runs scored. Hernandez was also a member of the Cardinals' 1982 World Series championship team, giving him championship rings with both St. Louis and New York.

Hernandez finished his 17-year Major League career with 2,182 hits, 426 doubles, 1,071 RBI and a .296 batting average. Combining his tremendous Mets legacy with a card issued during one of his finest seasons, the 1985 Fleer #85 is an excellent addition for New York Mets collectors, Keith Hernandez fans, championship-era Mets collections, Fleer set collectors or collectors assembling comprehensive autographed player runs.

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