Baseball Autograph Of The Week: George Brett

Autograph Of The Week: George Brett

On July 24, 1983, the world famous and highly controversial "Pine Tar" home run was hit by George Brett of the Kansas City Royals off New York pitcher Rich Gossage at Yankee Stadium.

Brett's blast came with two out in the top of the ninth to give the Royals a 5-4 lead. Brett's homer was ruled an out because the amount of pine tar exceeded what was allowed. After a protest by the Royals, the final out and the Yankees' half of the ninth was completed Aug. 18.

"He (George Brett) was clearly one of the best players of his generation, but he had a style that spanned the generations. He looked and carried himself like a baseball player and could have been at home in any era." - Sportscaster Bob Costas

George Brett Autograph

Card
1991 Score

Card Number
853

Pen
Blue Sharpie

Notes
Front/back say "The Franchise"

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The back of this great looking card has the following text: George Brett has been the ultimate franchise player for the Royals for 18 years now. Just when everyone was ready to pass his mantle on to someone younger in '90, he rose from the depths of a .267 BA at mid-season to win the AL batting title. What a guy! George hit a remarkable .388 clip the second half of the season to become the first ever to win championships in three decades!

Do you believe the right decisions were made regarding the "Pine Tar" home run game? Do you believe George Brett is the greatest all-around third baseman to play the game? Share your opinions on our baseball message boards!

When A&W Rootbeer celebrated their 80th anniversary they sponsored a nationwide survey to find the top 80 Thick Headed Baseball Events of the Century. The "Pine Tar" incident finished 10th overall!

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