Add the autograph of former Major League pitcher and Philadelphia Phillies fan favorite Tommy Greene to your collection with this 1992 Pinnacle Team 2000 #53 Tommy Greene autographed baseball card, featuring the talented right-handed pitcher during his early years with Philadelphia.
Tommy Greene enjoyed an eight-season Major League career from 1989 through 1997, pitching for the Atlanta Braves, Philadelphia Phillies, and Houston Astros. Originally selected by the Braves in the first round of the 1985 MLB Draft, Greene made his Major League debut in 1989 before joining the Phillies organization in 1990.
Greene quickly established himself as one of Philadelphia's promising young pitchers, combining an impressive fastball with the ability to dominate opposing hitters.
His most memorable individual accomplishment came on May 23, 1991, when he pitched a no-hitter against the Montreal Expos, leading the Phillies to a 2-0 victory at Olympic Stadium. Greene's remarkable performance remains one of the most memorable pitching achievements in Philadelphia Phillies history.
Greene went on to play an important role in the Phillies' unforgettable 1993 National League championship season. He compiled a 16-4 record with a 3.42 ERA, establishing himself as one of the team's most dependable starting pitchers.
During the 1993 postseason, Greene delivered several important performances, including a complete-game victory over the Atlanta Braves in Game 6 of the National League Championship Series. His effort helped Philadelphia secure the National League pennant and advance to the World Series against the Toronto Blue Jays.
Although injuries affected the later years of his career, Greene remains fondly remembered by Phillies fans for his 1991 no-hitter and his contributions to the beloved 1993 championship team.
The 1992 Pinnacle baseball set marked the introduction of Pinnacle as a premium baseball card brand from Score. The inaugural release featured distinctive black borders, glossy surfaces, dramatic player photography, and several specialty subsets highlighting established stars and promising young talent.
The Team 2000 subset was designed to showcase players viewed as potential stars of baseball's future. Greene's inclusion reflected the considerable promise he demonstrated early in his career, particularly following his remarkable no-hitter during the 1991 season.
Card #53 features Greene with the Philadelphia Phillies and offers collectors an attractive specialty issue from the early years of Pinnacle baseball cards. Its connection to Greene's emergence as a talented young pitcher makes it especially appealing to collectors of Phillies baseball history.
Personally autographed by Greene, this card is an excellent addition for Philadelphia Phillies fans, collectors of the 1993 National League championship team, vintage Pinnacle enthusiasts, and those assembling comprehensive autograph collections of former Major League pitchers.
Signature obtained through a private signing conducted by Under the Radar Sports Promotions and guaranteed to pass any third-party authentication service.