Tony Batista Autographed 2002 Fleer Tradition #269 Baltimore Orioles Card

Featuring Tony Batista during his All-Star season in Baltimore, this Tony Batista autographed 2002 Fleer Tradition #269 Baltimore Orioles card comes from Fleers retro-inspired Tradition line. The 2002 release continued the brands emphasis on classic baseball card styling, giving Batista a traditional-looking issue from one of the most productive periods of his career.

Batista entered 2002 after making an immediate impact following his arrival in Baltimore the previous summer. Claimed off waivers from Toronto in June 2001, he erupted for 25 home runs and 87 RBI in only 72 games with the Orioles, quickly becoming one of the most dangerous power hitters in Baltimores lineup.

In 2002, Batista played 161 games and led the Orioles with 31 home runs, while also driving in 87 runs. His first full season in Baltimore earned him selection to the American League All-Star team, marking his second career MLB All-Star appearance after previously representing the Toronto Blue Jays in 2000.

Batistas extraordinarily wide-open batting stance made him instantly recognizable, but the unconventional setup was backed by considerable power. He reached 30 home runs three times during his career, highlighted by career highs of 41 home runs and 114 RBI in 2000. Over 11 Major League seasons, Batista accumulated 1,146 hits, 221 home runs and 718 RBI.

Combining Fleer Traditions throwback presentation with Batistas 2002 All-Star campaign, the 2002 Fleer Tradition #269 is an appealing addition for Baltimore Orioles collectors, Tony Batista fans, Fleer Tradition set collectors or collectors assembling comprehensive autographed player runs.

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