Mike Fitzgerald Autographed 1985 Fleer #78 New York Mets Card

Add a classic New York Mets issue of catcher Mike Fitzgerald with this Mike Fitzgerald autographed 1985 Fleer #78 New York Mets card. The card represents Fitzgeralds time with the organization that gave him his first Major League opportunity and captures him before he became part of one of the most consequential trades in Mets history.

Fitzgerald made his Major League debut with New York on September 13, 1983, and immediately made an impression by homering in his first Major League plate appearance. He became the Mets primary catcher in 1984, appearing in 112 games as a young New York club improved dramatically to 90 victories.

Following the 1984 season, Fitzgerald became part of the blockbuster trade that brought Hall of Fame catcher Gary Carter to New York. The Mets sent Fitzgerald, Hubie Brooks, Herm Winningham and Floyd Youmans to the Montreal Expos in exchange for Carter, who would become one of the central figures on New Yorks 1986 World Series championship team.

Fitzgerald went on to spend seven seasons with Montreal, serving as a dependable catcher and establishing career highs with 11 home runs and 55 RBI in 1986. He later played for the California Angels before concluding a 10-year Major League career.

With its connection to Fitzgeralds early Mets career and the landmark Gary Carter trade, the 1985 Fleer #78 is an excellent addition for New York Mets collectors, Mike Fitzgerald fans, collectors documenting Mets franchise history, Fleer set collectors or collectors assembling comprehensive autographed player runs.

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