Monday, November 18, 2024

Cake or gum? 1976 Ted Simmons

Last time there was a 5-5 tie. Will we have a winner this time?

Hostess shows Simmons squinting at the camera. I'm not sure which ballpark this is. Topps definitely has their usual spot at Shea Stadium for Simmons's batting pose.

Ted Simmons was a fine catcher for many years for the Cardinals, Brewers and Braves. He was a nine-time All-Star who hit for a fairly high average (.285) and some power (six 20+ HR seasons). He is considered one of the weaker Hall-of-Fame selections in recent years (he had 50.4 WAR in 2,456 games, compared to Thurman Munson, 46.1 WAR in 1,423 games). After his playing career he was an executive, coach and scout for several teams.


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