Tony Batista Autographed 2002 Upper Deck #475 Baltimore Orioles Card

Featuring Tony Batista during his All-Star season with Baltimore, this Tony Batista autographed 2002 Upper Deck #475 Baltimore Orioles card comes from Upper Decks flagship baseball release. Upper Decks emphasis on sharp photography and clean presentation gives this card a distinctive look from Batistas first full season as a member of the Orioles.

Batista had arrived in Baltimore after being claimed off waivers from the Toronto Blue Jays in June 2001. He immediately supplied significant power, hitting 25 home runs and driving in 87 runs in only 72 games for the Orioles during the remainder of the season.

In 2002, Batista continued to anchor the middle of Baltimores lineup. He appeared in 161 games and led the Orioles with 31 home runs, while adding 87 RBI. His performance earned him selection to the American League All-Star team, marking the second All-Star appearance of his career after representing Toronto in 2000.

Known for his extraordinarily wide-open batting stance, Batista was one of the most recognizable hitters of his era. He reached the 30-home-run mark three times during his Major League career, highlighted by career highs of 41 home runs and 114 RBI with Toronto in 2000. From his arrival in Baltimore through the end of the 2002 season, Batista combined for 56 home runs and 174 RBI in 233 games.

Batista completed his 11-year Major League career with 1,146 hits, 221 home runs and 718 RBI. Combining Upper Decks flagship brand with his 2002 All-Star campaign, the 2002 Upper Deck #475 is an appealing addition for Baltimore Orioles collectors, Tony Batista fans, Upper Deck set collectors or collectors assembling comprehensive autographed player runs.

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