Time for the fourth installment in my "Then & Now" series, and today's subject is Baltimore Orioles great Brooks Robinson.
Take a look at my 1977 design:
Robinson was about to suit up for his record breaking 23rd season
with the Orioles in 1977, and was so honored by Topps in their 1978 set
for doing so.
A perennial all-star, all Robinson did throughout his career was
win 16 Gold Gloves, an MVP Award in 1964, two World Championships (1966
& 1970), and get named to 15-straight all-star games.
By the time he was eligible for Hall of Fame induction in 1983, he
was voted in without a problem, getting named on 344 of 374 ballots.
I just wish I was old enough to see him play, especially in the field!
