Larry Bowa Autographed 1985 Fleer #50 Chicago Cubs Card

Add a Chicago Cubs issue of five-time All-Star shortstop Larry Bowa with this Larry Bowa autographed 1985 Fleer #50 Chicago Cubs card. The card features Bowa late in a distinguished playing career that included a World Series championship, multiple All-Star selections and a reputation as one of the National Leagues premier defensive shortstops.

Bowa was a veteran presence for the Cubs in 1985 after helping Chicago capture the 1984 National League East championship, the franchises first postseason appearance since 1945. He had joined the Cubs with Ryne Sandberg in the landmark 1982 trade with Philadelphia and provided Chicago with an experienced shortstop and steady defensive presence.

Bowa spent the majority of his career with the Philadelphia Phillies, earning five National League All-Star selections and two Gold Glove Awards. He was an integral member of the Phillies clubs that won three consecutive NL East titles from 1976 through 1978 and then helped Philadelphia capture its first World Series championship in 1980.

Known especially for his exceptional defense, Bowa set a Major League record for shortstops with a .991 fielding percentage in 1979. He finished his 16-year playing career with 2,191 hits, 318 stolen bases and 2,222 games at shortstop, establishing a legacy as one of the most durable middle infielders of his era.

The 1985 Fleer #50 is an excellent addition for Chicago Cubs collectors, Larry Bowa fans, Phillies and Cubs history collections, Fleer set collectors or collectors assembling comprehensive autographed player runs.

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