Mike LaValliere Autographed 1986 Fleer Update #U-65 St. Louis Cardinals Card

Add an early-career card of longtime Major League catcher Mike LaValliere with this Mike LaValliere autographed 1986 Fleer Update #U-65 St. Louis Cardinals card. The Fleer Update set highlighted players who changed teams or established themselves during the season, and #U-65 features LaValliere during his first and only year with St. Louis.

LaValliere joined the Cardinals organization after beginning his Major League career with the Philadelphia Phillies. He appeared in 110 games for St. Louis in 1986, establishing himself as the clubs primary catcher and gaining valuable experience that helped set the stage for the most productive years of his career.

Following the season, LaValliere moved to the Pittsburgh Pirates, where he became a fixture behind the plate and earned the nickname Spanky. His defensive ability was recognized almost immediately, as he won the 1987 National League Gold Glove Award in his first season with Pittsburgh.

LaValliere spent seven seasons with the Pirates and was an important member of Pittsburghs three consecutive National League East championship teams from 1990 through 1992. Over a 12-year Major League career with the Phillies, Cardinals, Pirates and White Sox, he built a reputation as a dependable defensive catcher and valuable veteran presence.

The 1986 Fleer Update #U-65 represents an interesting one-year stop in LaVallieres career and is an excellent addition for St. Louis Cardinals collectors, Mike LaValliere fans, Fleer Update set collectors or collectors assembling comprehensive autographed player runs.

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