George Foster Autographs, Memorabilia & Collectibles
GEORGE FOSTER
Born: December 01, 1948 in Tuscaloosa, Alabama
George Arthur Foster is a distinguished former American professional baseball player. Foster, renowned for his powerful hitting ability, carved out a remarkable career in Major League Baseball (MLB), predominantly as a left fielder.
Foster debuted in the MLB with the San Francisco Giants in September 1969. However, it was after his move to the Cincinnati Reds in a trade during the 1971 season that his career truly took off. Foster had his breakthrough season in 1977 when he led the MLB with 52 home runs, a record that stood until 1998. He also drove in 149 runs, earning him both the National League's Most Valuable Player award and the prestigious Sporting News Major League Player of the Year award. Foster was the first player in the National League to hit 50 home runs in a season since 1947. During his eleven seasons with the Reds, Foster was named an All-Star five times. He played a crucial role in the Reds' World Series championships in 1975 and 1976, notably hitting .429 and driving in five runs in the 1976 series. After his tenure with the Reds, Foster played for the New York Mets from 1982 to 1986 and briefly for the Chicago White Sox in 1986.
He retired from professional baseball at the end of the 1986 season. Over the span of his 18-season career in the MLB, Foster compiled a batting average of .274 with 348 home runs and 1,239 runs batted in. Post-retirement, Foster stayed connected with the game, conducting baseball clinics and serving as a hitting instructor for the Baltimore Orioles in the late 1990s.
Foster debuted in the MLB with the San Francisco Giants in September 1969. However, it was after his move to the Cincinnati Reds in a trade during the 1971 season that his career truly took off. Foster had his breakthrough season in 1977 when he led the MLB with 52 home runs, a record that stood until 1998. He also drove in 149 runs, earning him both the National League's Most Valuable Player award and the prestigious Sporting News Major League Player of the Year award. Foster was the first player in the National League to hit 50 home runs in a season since 1947. During his eleven seasons with the Reds, Foster was named an All-Star five times. He played a crucial role in the Reds' World Series championships in 1975 and 1976, notably hitting .429 and driving in five runs in the 1976 series. After his tenure with the Reds, Foster played for the New York Mets from 1982 to 1986 and briefly for the Chicago White Sox in 1986.
He retired from professional baseball at the end of the 1986 season. Over the span of his 18-season career in the MLB, Foster compiled a batting average of .274 with 348 home runs and 1,239 runs batted in. Post-retirement, Foster stayed connected with the game, conducting baseball clinics and serving as a hitting instructor for the Baltimore Orioles in the late 1990s.
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GEORGE FOSTER - AUTOGRAPHED SIGNED BASEBALL - HFSID 269965Baseball signed: "George Foster/NL MVP 1977". The ball is a Rawlings Official American League ball, autographed by George Foster, who is known for his impressive performance during the 1970s, including his MVP year in 1977 and multiple RBI championships.Price: $220.00
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GEORGE FOSTER - AUTOGRAPHED SIGNED BASEBALL - HFSID 285277Baseball signed in blue ink on the sweet spot with the inscription "George Foster". This Rawlings "All Star" baseball is associated with George Foster, a notable outfielder for the Cincinnati Reds during the 1970s.Price: $180.00
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GEORGE FOSTER - AUTOGRAPHED SIGNED PHOTOGRAPH - HFSID 285608Photograph signed with the inscription “George Foster,” depicting George Foster holding a bat while waiting for a pitch. Foster, an influential player in Cincinnati's Big Red Machine, achieved multiple accolades, including three consecutive RBI championships and an MVP award in 1977.Price: $160.00
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GEORGE FOSTER - AUTOGRAPHED SIGNED PHOTOGRAPH - HFSID 112742Photograph of George Foster shows him with a bat, signed "George Foster". Foster, a key player in Cincinnati's Big Red Machine during the 1970s, is known for his impressive hitting and multiple accolades, including three consecutive RBI championships.Sale Price $135.00
$160.00
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GEORGE FOSTER - JERSEY SIGNED - HFSID 274049Baseball jersey signed by George Foster, displaying his name and number (15) on the back. Signed on the number 5, this red and white Cooperstown Collection replica represents Foster's significant contributions to the Cincinnati Reds during the 1970s.Sale Price $625.00
$750.00
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GEORGE FOSTER - TRADING/SPORTS CARD SIGNED - HFSID 327642Baseball card signed by George Foster, displaying his name in blue ink on the card. This 1986 Topps card represents Foster as an outfielder for the Mets and highlights his significant achievements in Major League Baseball.Price: $120.00
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BOBBY BONDS - AUTOGRAPHED SIGNED BASEBALL WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 117537Baseball signed by 18 baseball greats, including Bobby Bonds, Graig Nettles, Tug McGraw, and Paul Blair. This Official American League Baseball features signatures from legendary players, including Joe Rudi and George Foster.Price: $600.00
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CINCINNATI REDS - AUTOGRAPHED SIGNED BASEBALL WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 147237Baseball signed by members of the 1976 Cincinnati Reds, known as the "Big Red Machine," includes autographs from Johnny Bench, Joe Morgan, Tony Perez, and Pete Rose, among others. It is an official Spalding National League baseball.Sale Price $350.00
$425.00
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CINCINNATI REDS - AUTOGRAPHED SIGNED BASEBALL WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 144691Baseball signed by several members of the Cincinnati Reds' Big Red Machine, including Pete Rose, George Foster, Dave Concepcion, Joe Morgan, and Tony Perez. It is an Official Rawlings National League baseball.Price: $450.00
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CINCINNATI REDS - AUTOGRAPHED SIGNED BASEBALL WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 274827Baseball signed by Joe Morgan and George Foster/Best Wishes/#15, representing key players of the Cincinnati Reds' Big Red Machine. Morgan, a Hall of Famer, and Foster, a powerful hitter, both contributed to the team's success in the 1970s.Price: $400.00
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CINCINNATI REDS - AUTOGRAPHED SIGNED BASEBALL WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 147330Baseball signed by members of the 1972 Cincinnati Reds, including Sparky Anderson, Pete Rose, and Johnny Bench, among others, totaling 31 signatures. This official Spalding National League ball commemorates their NL pennant-winning season.Price: $300.00
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CINCINNATI'S BIG RED - AUTOGRAPHED SIGNED BASEBALL WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 144688Baseball signed by Pete Rose, George Foster, Dave Concepcion, Joe Morgan, and Tony Perez on the sweet spot. These players contributed to the Cincinnati Reds' National League pennant in 1972 and World Championships in 1975 and 1976.Price: $450.00
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KENT "TEKE" TEKULVE - AUTOGRAPHED SIGNED BASEBALL WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 117562Baseball signed by 22 baseball greats, including Kent Tekulve, Rollie Fingers, Bert Campaneris, and Bo Belinsky. Signatures in black ink include Manny Sanguillen, George Foster, and Doug Decines. Official American League baseball with Bobby Brown's presidency.Price: $800.00
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KENT "TEKE" TEKULVE - AUTOGRAPHED SIGNED BASEBALL WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 117565Baseball signed by 21 baseball greats, including "Kent Tekulve, Bert Campaneris, Dave Kingman, Bill Campbell, Vida Blue, Dick Williams, Bill Madlock, Cecil Cooper, Steve Garvey, Tug McGraw, Mark Fidrych, Sparky Lyle, Paul Blair, Al Oliver, Earl Weaver, Mike Marshall, Graig Nettles, and Don Money", along with signatures in black ink by "Manny Sanguillen, George Foster and Doug Decines." Official American League baseball.Sale Price $675.00
$800.00
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KENT "TEKE" TEKULVE - AUTOGRAPHED SIGNED BASEBALL WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 117561Baseball signed by 26 baseball legends including Kent Tekulve, Rollie Fingers, Bill Madlock, and Paul Blair. Featuring signatures in black ink from players such as Bobby Bonds and George Foster. Official American League baseball by Bobby Brown.Price: $700.00
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KENT "TEKE" TEKULVE - AUTOGRAPHED SIGNED BASEBALL WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 117556Baseball signed by 25 players, including Kent Tekulve, Rollie Fingers, Cecil Cooper, and Paul Blair. This official American League baseball includes signatures in black ink from notable players and is associated with Bobby Brown, President.Sale Price $675.00
$800.00
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KENT "TEKE" TEKULVE - AUTOGRAPHED SIGNED BASEBALL WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 117550Baseball signed by 24 legendary players including Kent Tekulve, Rollie Fingers, Bert Campaneris, and Paul Blair. Signatures in black ink from notable players and officials, including Doug Decines and Manny Sanguillen, on an official American League baseball.Price: $600.00
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KENT "TEKE" TEKULVE - AUTOGRAPHED SIGNED BASEBALL WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 117563Baseball signed by 22 legends, including Kent Tekulve, Rollie Fingers, Bert Campaneris, and Paul Blair. Signatures include "Bobby Bonds, Manny Sanguillen, George Foster, and Doug Decines" in black ink. Official American League baseball by Bobby Brown.Price: $600.00
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SADAHARU OH - AUTOGRAPHED SIGNED BASEBALL 1992 WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 293065Baseball signed at the World Children's Baseball Fair in Japan by Sadaharu Oh and 15 Major League players, including Ernie Banks and Luis Aparicio. An ink note mentions "WCBF '92/Mito, Japan." The baseball is a Mizuno Corporation "Victory" model.Price: $800.00
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STEVE CARLTON - INSCRIBED BASEBALL SIGNED WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 291568Baseball signed by 16 sports stars, including Hall of Famers, inscribed by Steve Carlton to "Buffalo Bob". Autographs include "Lou Brock", "Luis Aparicio", "Y. A. Tittle", among others, on a Rawlings Official National League Baseball.Sale Price $675.00
$800.00

