Von Hayes Autographed 1982 Topps Traded #42T Cleveland Indians Card

Featuring Von Hayes with the Cleveland Indians, this Von Hayes autographed 1982 Topps Traded #42T Cleveland Indians card showcases the talented young outfielder during his first full Major League season, shortly before the trade that would make him a familiar name to Philadelphia Phillies fans.

The Cleveland Indians selected Hayes in the seventh round of the 1979 MLB Draft out of St. Mary's College of California. His combination of speed, athleticism and left-handed hitting ability helped him advance through the minor leagues and earn his Major League debut with Cleveland in 1981.

During the 1982 season, Hayes established himself as one of Cleveland's promising young players. He batted .250 with 14 home runs, 82 RBI and 32 stolen bases, demonstrating the combination of power and speed that would become a defining characteristic of his career.

Hayes' potential attracted considerable attention throughout baseball. In December 1982, the Philadelphia Phillies acquired him from Cleveland in a memorable five-for-one trade that sent Manny Trillo, Julio Franco, George Vukovich, Jay Baller and Jerry Willard to the Indians.

The trade began a lengthy association between Hayes and Philadelphia, where he developed into one of the Phillies' most productive players during the 1980s. His versatility allowed him to contribute in the outfield and at first base while providing a valuable left-handed bat in the lineup.

Hayes enjoyed one of his finest seasons in 1986, batting .305 with 19 home runs and 98 RBI while leading the National League with 107 runs scored. His outstanding performance demonstrated the offensive ability that had originally made him such an attractive prospect.

In 1989, Hayes earned his only National League All-Star selection as a member of the Phillies. He remained with Philadelphia through 1991 before finishing his Major League career with the California Angels in 1992.

Over 12 Major League seasons, Hayes collected 1,439 hits, 143 home runs and 253 stolen bases, establishing himself as a versatile player capable of contributing both power and speed.

The 1982 Topps Traded #42T is an appealing early-career issue featuring Hayes in his Cleveland uniform before his move to Philadelphia. It is an excellent addition for Cleveland Indians collectors, Philadelphia Phillies fans, Von Hayes autograph collections or collectors assembling complete signed 1982 Topps Traded sets.

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