Lance Parrish Autographed 1989 Upper Deck #240 Philadelphia Phillies Card

Add a significant card from the inaugural Upper Deck baseball set to a Lance Parrish autograph collection with this 1989 Upper Deck #240, featuring Parrish with the Philadelphia Phillies and personally autographed by the eight-time Major League All-Star and 1984 World Series champion.

The 1989 Upper Deck set holds a special place in modern hobby history. Upper Deck's debut brought premium production values, sharp photography, high-quality card stock and anti-counterfeiting holograms to mainstream baseball cards. While Ken Griffey Jr. #1 became the signature card of the release, the expansive checklist also captured many of the established stars and veterans of the era.

Parrish's #240 is an interesting transitional card because it still features him with the Philadelphia Phillies. Parrish spent two seasons in Philadelphia, 1987 and 1988, before joining the California Angels for the 1989 season. His career record confirms the change from Philadelphia to California between those seasons.

That makes this Upper Deck issue a snapshot of the conclusion of Parrish's Phillies tenure. His final season in Philadelphia was highlighted by selection to the 1988 National League All-Star team, the eighth All-Star selection of his career. Parrish had previously earned his All-Star honors while playing for Detroit in the American League, giving him the distinction of representing clubs in both leagues during his All-Star career.

During 1988, Parrish appeared in 123 games for Philadelphia, collecting 91 hits, 17 doubles, two triples, 15 home runs and 60 RBI. He also remained the Phillies' primary catcher, appearing in 117 games behind the plate and starting 114.

By the time the 1989 season was underway, Parrish had begun the next chapter of his career with California. He appeared in 124 games during his first Angels season and hit 17 home runs with 50 RBI. He followed that with an outstanding 1990 campaign, hitting .268 with 24 home runs and 70 RBI while earning another All-Star selection and Silver Slugger Award.

For a comprehensive Parrish autograph run, this card has added appeal beyond the player himself. It combines a Phillies-to-Angels transitional issue with Upper Deck's landmark inaugural baseball release, making it a great representation of both Parrish's career and an important moment in baseball card history.

Card Details:

• Player: Lance Parrish
• Team: Philadelphia Phillies
• Year: 1989
• Manufacturer: Upper Deck
• Set: Upper Deck
• Card Number: #240
• From the inaugural Upper Deck baseball card set
• Philadelphia Phillies carryover issue
• Transitional card from Parrish's move to the California Angels
• Represents his final season with Philadelphia
• 1988 National League All-Star
• Eight-time MLB All-Star
• Three-time Gold Glove Award winner
• Six-time Silver Slugger Award winner
• 1984 World Series Champion
• 324 career home runs
• 1,070 career RBI
• 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.

An excellent addition for collectors of Lance Parrish autographs, Philadelphia Phillies memorabilia, 1989 Upper Deck baseball cards, inaugural Upper Deck issues, transitional player cards, or comprehensive signed player collections.