The Yankees dedicated a plaque in Jackson's honor on July 6, 2002 that now hangs in Monument Park at Yankee Stadium. [20] It was later confirmed by Joe McDonald that the Mets drafted Chilcott because of need, the person running the Mets at the time was George Weiss, so the true motive may never be known. Besides hitting 254 home runs in nine years with the Athletics, Jackson was also no stranger to controversy or conflict in Oakland. Not Munson, not nobody else on this club. Reg-GIE! 1970 Transogram Statues Cards - Panels #NNO Denny McLain / Reggie Jackson / Boog Powell 1970-71 Dayton Daily News M137 #31 Reggie Jackson DP Released: 5/6/1970, 5/7/1970 [7] A tailback in football, he injured his knee in an early season game in his junior year in the fall of 1962. Finley liked the mustache so much that he offered each player $300 to grow one, and hosted a "Mustache Day" featuring the last MLB player to wear a mustache, Frenchy Bordagaray, as master of ceremonies.[36]. [22] He made his professional debut as a center fielder in the season opener on June 24 at Bethel Park in Eugene, Oregon, but was hitless in five at-bats. This shopping feature will continue to load items when the Enter key is pressed. [77], In an inverse situation, on July 19, 1977, Jackson was signing autographs for fans after the conclusion of the 1977 Major League Baseball All-Star Game, held at Yankee Stadium that year, in the stadium parking lot. Jackson hit three consecutive home runs at Yankee Stadium in the clinching game six of the 1977 World Series. Batting for the American League against Pittsburgh Pirates pitcher Dock Ellis, the ball he hit soared above the right-field stands, striking the transformer of a light standard on the right field roof. Jackson told the press that this confused him, thinking that maybe the fans did not like the candy. One of the most popular and charismatic players of his generation, he has been a collector favorite for a long time. During Jackson's lone season in Baltimore he stole 28 bases, a career-best. [12] An assistant football coach tried to break up the couple because Jackson was black and Campos was considered white. [1] He helped Oakland win five consecutive American League West divisional pennants, three consecutive American League pennants and three consecutive World Series titles, from 1972 to 1974. Paid $140,000 in 1975 and one of nine Oakland players refusing to sign 1976 contracts,[39] Jackson sought a three-year $600,000 pact. It makes you think about your purpose, about His plan for you. But I think there are real questions about his numbers. [85] His attempt to acquire the Angels along with Jimmy Nederlander (minority owner of the New York Yankees), Jackie Autry (widow of former Angels owner Gene Autry) and other investors was thwarted by Mexican-American billionaire Arturo Moreno, who outbid Jackson's group by nearly $50 million for the team in the winter of 2002. [84] He has also been the public face of a group attempting to purchase a major league team, already having made unsuccessful attempts to buy the Athletics and the Angels. [12] To hone his skills, Winkles assigned him to a Baltimore Orioles-affiliated amateur team. [74], On the morning of March 30, 1985, as Jackson left his bungalow at the Angels' spring training residence of the Gene Autry Hotel in Palm Springs (now the Parker Palm Springs[75]) before a Giants game, he noticed two men driving an automobile on the hotel lawns and pedestrian paths while drinking alcohol. When cards are grouped in this way, the total number of cards per position will be shown in parentheses after the PSA grade. It was a towering drive into the black-painted batter's eye seats in center, 475 feet (145 m) away. [12] Jackson asked Campos on a date, and discovered many similarities, including the ability to speak Spanish, and being raised in a single parent home (Campos's father was killed in the Korean War). #32 Reggie Jackson - 1970 Kelloggs Baseball Cards. By the time of Jackson's election to the Hall of Fame, Steinbrenner had begun to say that letting him go was the biggest mistake he had made as Yankee owner. Jackson debuted in the major leagues with the A's in 1967 in a Friday doubleheader in Kansas City on June 9, a shutout sweep of the Cleveland Indians by scores of 2–0 and 6–0 at Municipal Stadium. Graded PSA 8. Instead of completing a double play that would have ended the inning, the ball caromed into foul territory and allowed Thurman Munson to score the Yankees' second run of the inning. [51] However, Dave Anderson of The New York Times subsequently wrote that he had drinks with Jackson in July 1977, and that Jackson told him, "I'm still the straw that stirs the drink. [39] The A's won a fifth consecutive division title, but the loss of pitcher Catfish Hunter, baseball's first modern free agent, left them vulnerable, and they were swept in the ALCS by the Boston Red Sox. [61], Jackson has endured three fires to personal property, including a June 20, 1976 fire at his home in Oakland that destroyed his 1973 MVP award, World Series trophies and All-Star rings. [58], In Tampa in 2005, Jackson's car was struck from behind and flipped over several times. The 1977 World Series was the championship series of Major League Baseball's (MLB) 1977 season.The 74th edition of the World Series, it was a best-of-seven playoff played between the American League (AL) champion New York Yankees and the National League (NL) champion Los Angeles Dodgers. College: Arizona State. He also expressed frustration that the filmmakers did not consult with him while making the miniseries, saying "I feel betrayed. The series infuriated Jackson, as he felt that he was portrayed as selfish and arrogant. [79] Jackson then chased off the teens, one of whom fell while running. As he entered the last year of his Yankee contract in 1981, Jackson endured several difficulties from George Steinbrenner. Reggie Jackson retired with 2,584 hits, 1,551 runs scored, 1,702 RBI 563 home runs and 228 stolen bases while batting .262 over his 21-year career. [62] The same home was again burned down during the Oakland firestorm of 1991, which destroyed more baseball memorabilia in addition to other valuable collections. [19] Winkles later denied the story, stating that he did not know the reason why Jackson was not drafted by the Mets. He also appeared in Richie Rich, BASEketball, Summer of Sam and The Benchwarmers. Reg-GIE! He’s now 73 years old, and nothing has changed. In addition, Jackson did color commentary for the 1984 National League Championship Series (alongside Don Drysdale and Earl Weaver). The Yankees won the pennant in 1976 but were swept in the World Series by the Reds. As much as I like him, what he admitted about his usage does cloud some of his numbers. 1970 Topps. [14] Many scouts were looking at him play, including Tom Greenwade of the New York Yankees (who discovered Mickey Mantle), and Danny Murtaugh of the Pittsburgh Pirates. Jackson's first season with the Yankees in 1977 was a difficult one. Jackson went on to play for 21 seasons, during which he hit 563 home runs, 1,702 RBIs and a .262 career batting average. ^ "ESPN Classic – Reggie saved his best for October". That much was clear early in a 20-minute phone conversation the other night. The 1988 Sega Master System baseball video game Reggie Jackson Baseball, endorsed by Jackson, was sold exclusively in the United States. (His first plate-appearance, during the second inning, resulted in a four-pitch walk.) No glaring print errors. Reggie led the league in home runs four times and slugging percentage three times. [5] He was the youngest of four children from his mother, Clara. They played their home games at Oakland Coliseum (Park Factors: 96/95) where 778,355 fans witnessed their 1970 Athletics finish the season with a … [31] He credits the team's manager at the time, John McNamara, for helping him through that difficult season. In 1971, the Athletics won the American League's West division, their first title of any kind since 1931, when they played in Philadelphia. [46] Jim Palmer later wrote, "I would say Reggie Jackson was arrogant. He also helped the California Angels win two AL West divisional pennants in 1982 and 1986. When teammate Darold Knowles was asked if Jackson was a hotdog (i.e., a show-off), he famously replied, "There isn't enough mustard in the world to cover Reggie Jackson."[37]. In 1976, while playing in Baltimore, Jackson had said, "If I played in New York, they'd name a candy bar after me." Jackson was inducted into the National Baseball Hall of Fame in 1993. Ended (Thu., 04:46 p.m.) 1 bid. [6] His parents divorced when he was four; his mother took four of his siblings with her, while his father took Reggie and one of the siblings from his first marriage, though one sibling later returned to Wyncote. [72][73] Jackson told police that the gun was the largest that he had ever seen, and Jackson believed that he was going to be shot. When the season resumed, Jackson's hitting improved, partly to show Steinbrenner he wasn't finished as a player. The "Reggie!" Don Baylor, a longtime friend, told this story: “In 1970, Reggie and I played for Frank Robinson in Santurce, Puerto Rico. [74] Jackson and other fans nearby restrained the man until he calmed down, at which point the man again asked for an autograph. This time, Jackson was not only able to play, but his performance led to his being awarded the Series's MVP award. When Reggie Jackson tells a young kid how he might improve his swing, he tends to listen," said Hal Steinbrenner, Yankees managing general partner and co-chairperson. Whether you’re an A’s fan or just a collector [39] Jackson had not signed a contract and threatened to sit out the season; he reported to the Orioles four weeks later,[41] and made his first plate appearance on May 2. In 27 World Series Games, Jackson amassed 10 home runs, 24 RBI and a .357 batting average. PSA CardFacts welcomes the input of knowledgeable collectors and dealers to help improve the PSA CardFacts Condition Census listings. College: Arizona State. "[58] Of Alex Rodriguez, Jackson remarked, "Al's a very good friend. Reggie Jackson. [9] For baseball, Jackson was scouted by Hans Lobert of the San Francisco Giants who was desperate to sign him. [74] Witnesses said that a man who had heckled Jackson throughout the game followed Jackson out to the field's parking lot to continue to do so. Furious, Martin removed Jackson from the game without even waiting for the end of the inning, sending Paul Blair out to replace him. The series then moved to New York, and after the Yankees won Game Three on several fine defensive plays by third baseman Graig Nettles, Game Four saw Jackson in the middle of a controversial play on the basepaths. [58] He has also been critical of players associated with performance-enhancing drugs, including distant cousin Barry Bonds, stating "I believe that Hank Aaron is the home run king, not Barry Bonds, as great of a player Bonds was. Kimberly, his only child, was born in the late 1980s.[58]. 1 … Roberto Clemente dies in an airplane crash. [48][49][50] The number 9 that he had worn in Oakland and Baltimore was already used by Yankees third baseman Graig Nettles; Jackson asked for number 42 in memory of Jackie Robinson, but that number was given to pitching coach Art Fowler before the start of the season. Reggie Jackson also featured as a 1970 Topps All Star in the set, following his 47 home runs, 13 stolen bases and 118 RBIs for the season. However, they lost the last three games and the World Series to the Dodgers. The PSA CardFacts Condition Census lists the ten finest PSA-graded examples of a particular card. Professional Sports Authenticator (PSA) & PSA/DNA are divisions of Collectors Universe, Inc. Get free collecting news from leading hobby professionals, in-depth articles, breaking news, insightful videos & more! [8] On the baseball team, he batted .550 and threw several no-hitters. He was told by the doctors he was never to play football again, but Jackson returned for the final game of the season. Doctors told Jackson that he might never walk again, let alone play football, but Jackson defied the odds again. It was the first championship won by a San Francisco Bay Area team in any major league sport. Jackson has consistently denied saying anything negative about Munson in the interview and he has said that his quotes were taken out of context. Although team owner George Steinbrenner and several players, most notably catcher and team captain Thurman Munson and outfielder Lou Piniella, were excited about his arrival, the team's field manager Billy Martin was not. [57] But the relationship held up and she later became his wife. Reggie Jackson Reginald Martinez Jackson. [60] This affiliation also included Jackson being included the "Find the Reggie" promotion which inserted 2500 autograph cards into packs of 1990 Upper Deck Baseball High Series packs. If more than ten cards are tied for the top ten positions, then cards may be grouped by position into a single line in the grid. In 1999, Jackson placed 48th on The Sporting News' 100 Greatest Baseball Players list. Jackie Robinson dies. Card Number: 459. Steinbrenner, a Cleveland-area native, had hired former Indians star Al Rosen as his team president (replacing another Cleveland figure, Gabe Paul). During spring training at the Yankees' camp in Fort Lauderdale, Jackson and Ward were having drinks at a nearby bar. - 1970 Topps Reggie Jackson Oakland Athletics #140 Baseball Card. [79] Jackson ignored the teens until one made a "particularly vile remark" about Jackson's mother. Born: May 18, 1946 in Abington, Pennsylvania, USA. Reggie Jackson became "Mr. October" with the Yankees, but he has the A's as the better teams in the '70s. That season, the Angels won the American League West, and would do so again in 1986, but lost the American League Championship Series both times. (This is Day 11 of our series on the “Best Card From” each year, 1960-1989. His accomplishments include winning both the regular-season and World Series MVP awards in 1973, hitting 563 career home runs (sixth all-time at the time of his retirement), maintaining a .490 career slugging percentage, being named to 14 All-Star teams, and the dubious distinction of being the all-time leader in strikeouts with 2,597 (he finished with 13 more career strikeouts than hits) and second on the all-time list for most Golden sombreros (at least four strikeouts in a game) with 23 – he led this statistic until 2014, when he was surpassed by Ryan Howard. [76] As Jackson moved towards the second man, he ran away but was blocked by a parked car, allowing Jackson to capture him and seize the tire iron and pass it to a nearby Angels executive who had witnessed the event. [35] Jackson hit 23 home runs while batting .237 for the 1970 season. 1970 Topps #140 Reggie Jackson PSA 4 VG-EX Hall of Fame Oakland Athletics Despite Jackson being 18 years younger, about two inches taller and maybe 40 pounds heavier, Martin lunged at him, and had to be restrained by coaches Yogi Berra and Elston Howard. After his retirement as an active player, Jackson returned to his color commentary role covering the 1988 American League Championship Series (alongside Gary Bender and Joe Morgan) for ABC. The A's defeated the New York Mets in seven hard-fought games in the World Series. Reginald Martinez “Reggie” Jackson (May 18, 1946-) leads Major League Baseball in career strikeouts with 2,597 despite hitting 563 home runs and winning five World Series titles. He announced he would retire after the season, at the age of 41. Fullname: Reginald Martinez Jackson. Jackson was medically cleared to play Game Three, but manager Bob Lemon refused to start him or even play him, allegedly acting under orders from Steinbrenner. THE PLAYER. Martin had managed the Tigers in 1972, when Jackson's A's beat them in the playoffs. Jackson became a free-agent again once the 1981 season was over. I'm the straw that stirs the drink. He played 21 seasons with the Kansas City/Oakland A’s (1967-1975, 1987), Baltimore Orioles (1976), New York Yankees (1977-1981) and the California Angels (1982-1986). That same year, he was named one of 100 finalists for the Major League Baseball All-Century Team, but was not one of the 30 players chosen by the fans. Total Cards: 1 ... 1970-71 Dayton Daily News M137 #31 Reggie Jackson DP Released: 5/6/1970, 5/7/1970: Your Collection. In the third inning of that seventh game, which ended in a 5–2 score, the A's jumped out to a 4–0 lead as both Bert Campaneris and Jackson hit two-run home runs off Jon Matlack—the only two home runs Oakland hit the entire Series. (In Oakland, he had been known as "Jax" and "Buck.") [53] Their reports indicated that the Dodgers would attempt to pitch him inside and Jackson was prepared.[53]. Nickname: Mr. October. Clashes with management seemed to follow the feared slugger wherever he went, but so did success at the plate. The Sporting News' Baseball's 25 Greatest Moments: Reggie! [72] The man then ran off and dropped the car keys near the scene, eluding pursuers. [76][77][78] After the men recognized Jackson and asked for directions to the Palm Spring strip business district, he warned them to leave before they got into trouble and before he was forced to call the police. "[58], Jackson called on former San Francisco 49ers head coach and ordained minister Mike Singletary for spiritual guidance. 1970 Topps Reggie Jackson 1970 Topps Reggie Jackson SKU: $180.00. Monthly Internet Sports Auction Jun 24, 2007. 5.0 out of 5 stars. Jackson hit home runs in Games Four and Five of the Series. [11] He was allowed to practice with the team, but could not join the squad because the NCAA had a rule forbidding the use of freshman players. Chase Utley (2009, Philadelphia) and George Springer (2017, Houston) have since tied Jackson's record for most home runs in a single World Series. Jackson failed to reach the ball, which fell far in front of him, thereby allowing Rice to reach second base. Martin resigned the next day (some sources have said he was actually fired[56]), and was replaced by Bob Lemon, a Hall of Fame pitcher for the Cleveland Indians who had been recently fired as manager of the White Sox. --August 2, 1982: Defense wasn’t always at the top of Jackson’s agenda. Amazon.com: Reggie Jackson PSA GRADED 6 (Baseball Card) 1970 Topps - [Base] #140: Collectibles & Fine Art 1970 Topps. [20], Jackson, age 20, signed with the A's for $95,000 on June 13 and reported for his first training camp with the Lewis-Clark Broncs of the short season Single-A Northwest League in Lewiston, Idaho,[21] managed by Grady Wilson. During the World Series against the Dodgers, Munson was interviewed, and suggested that Jackson, because of his past post-season performances, might be the better interview subject. Since Jackson had hit a home run off Dodger pitcher Don Sutton in his last at bat in Game Five, his three home runs in Game Six meant that he had hit four home runs on four consecutive swings of the bat against as many Dodgers pitchers. [76] One of the men was arrested on suspicion of assault with a deadly weapon and the other cited for disturbing the peace. On September 17, 1984, on the 17th anniversary of the day he hit his first home run, he hit his 500th, at Anaheim Stadium off Bud Black of the Royals. Condition is "Very Good". [9] In the middle of his senior year, Jackson's father was arrested for bootlegging and was sentenced to six months in jail. C $2.55. [64][67], In the early morning of August 12, 1980, as Jackson completed a night of celebrating his 400th career home run slugged several hours earlier against the White Sox, Jackson was accosted as he left his favored nightspot, Jim McMullen's Bar on the Upper East Side,[68][69][70][71] and entered his Rolls-Royce parked outside. October” after Game Six of the 1977 World Series when he enjoyed a three-homer night capping off the Yankees series victory over the Los Angeles Dodgers. Reggie Jackson Hall of Famer Eligible Seasons: 1967-1987 Best Season: 1969. The two teams played a one-game playoff for the division title at Fenway Park, with the Yankees winning 5–4. [13] Jackson declined the offer stating that he did not want to forfeit his college scholarship. The first came off starter Burt Hooton, and was a line drive shot into the lower right field seats at Yankee Stadium. Yankees management defused the situation by the next day, but the relationship between Jackson and Martin was permanently poisoned. Time left. Maybe I should say me and Munson, but he can only stir it bad.". [89] Jackson stated, "I continue to have a strong relationship with the club, and look forward to continuing my role with the team. The 1970s Topps set is like chili or stew — it usually “tastes” best when served as a leftover. [17][18] According to Jackson, Winkles told him that the Mets did not select him because he had a white girlfriend.
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