Tony Batista Autographed 2003 Fleer Ultra #24 Baltimore Orioles Card

Featuring Tony Batista during his productive tenure with Baltimore, this Tony Batista autographed 2003 Fleer Ultra #24 Baltimore Orioles card comes from Fleers popular Ultra baseball line. By the early 2000s, Ultra had long been recognized for its glossy finish, strong photography and polished presentation, giving the brand a distinctive look within Fleers extensive baseball lineup.

Batista entered 2003 following an American League All-Star season with the Orioles. In 2002, he appeared in 161 games, led Baltimore with 31 home runs and drove in 87 runs, earning the second All-Star selection of his career after previously representing Toronto in 2000.

He remained one of Baltimores primary power hitters and run producers during 2003, once again playing 161 games. Batista hit 26 home runs and drove in 99 runs, his highest RBI total during his Orioles tenure. From his arrival in Baltimore during 2001 through the end of 2003, he accumulated 82 home runs and 273 RBI.

Batista was one of the most recognizable hitters of his era thanks to his extraordinarily wide-open batting stance. He paired that unusual setup with substantial power, reaching the 30-home-run mark three times during his career. His biggest offensive season came with Toronto in 2000, when he established career highs with 41 home runs and 114 RBI while earning his first All-Star selection.

Batista completed his 11-year Major League career with 1,146 hits, 221 home runs and 718 RBI. Combining Fleer Ultras photography-driven presentation with Batistas productive Baltimore years, the 2003 Fleer Ultra #24 is an appealing addition for Orioles collectors, Tony Batista fans, Fleer Ultra set collectors or collectors assembling comprehensive autographed player runs.

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