Featuring Pat Listach with the Houston Astros, this Pat Listach autographed 1997 Fleer Ultra #405 Houston Astros card showcases the former American League Rookie of the Year during the final stage of his Major League playing career.
The Milwaukee Brewers selected Listach in the fifth round of the 1988 MLB Draft out of Arizona State University. He made his Major League debut in 1992 and immediately established himself as an exciting young shortstop with excellent speed and defensive versatility.
Listach enjoyed an outstanding 1992 rookie season, batting .290 with 163 hits, 47 runs scored and 54 stolen bases in 149 games. His performance earned him the American League Rookie of the Year Award, making him the first Milwaukee Brewers player to receive the honor since Cal Ripken Jr.'s former teammate and fellow Brewer, Paul Molitor, had helped establish the franchise's reputation for developing talented young players.
Injuries limited Listach's effectiveness over the following seasons, but he continued to contribute as a middle infielder with Milwaukee. He joined the Houston Astros organization in 1997, although his Major League playing career concluded with the Brewers in 1996. The 1997 Fleer Ultra #405 therefore represents his association with Houston rather than an appearance in a regular-season game for the Astros.
Listach appeared in 503 Major League games across six seasons, collecting 444 hits and 116 stolen bases. Following his playing career, he remained involved in professional baseball as a coach and manager, including serving on Major League coaching staffs.
The 1997 Fleer Ultra #405 is an appealing addition for Houston Astros collectors, Pat Listach fans, American League Rookie of the Year collections, 1990s Fleer Ultra enthusiasts or collectors assembling comprehensive autographed player runs.
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