The card, in brief: Not a whole lot to say abut this photo, but it's cool how his helmet is so shiny that the H on the logo is reflected onto the bill.
Playing career, in brief: Cruz played in nineteen seasons for the Cardinals, Astros and Yankees. A two-time All-Star, he had his best seasons in Houston, including leading the NL in hits in 1983. Overall in 2,353 games he hit .284 with 165 HR, 1,077 RBI and 317 SB.
Post playing career, in brief:
Only knew him as an Astro... but he sure had one heck of a career in Houston.
ReplyDeleteHe was a minor league manager and a manager in the Puerto Rican winter league. Astros first base coach from 1997 - 2009. Special assistant to the GM for five years. Community Outreach Executive.
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