Tom Seaver Autographs, Memorabilia & Collectibles
TOM SEAVER
Born: November 17, 1944 in Fresno, California
Died: August 31, 2020 in Calistoga, California
Full name George Thomas Seaver
Born November 17, 1944, Fresno, California
First Game: April 13, 1967; Final Game: September 19, 1986
Bat: Right Throw: Right Height: 6' 1" Weight: 195
Selected to the Hall of Fame in 1992
Named NL Cy Young Award Winner by Baseball Writers' Association of America (1969, 1973 and 1975)
Named NL Pitcher of the Year by The Sporting News (1969 and 1975)
Named NL Rookie of the Year by Baseball Writers' Association of America (1967)
Named right-handed pitcher on The Sporting News NL All-Star Team (1969, 1973, 1975 and 1981)
TOM SEAVER
This article was written by Maxwell Kates and is presented in part, courtesy of the Society for American Baseball Research
4,256. 755. 5,714. 511. .366.
As baseball has often been described as a game of numbers, fans, reporters, and students of the game would most certainly recognize the preceding list of significant digits. They are career accomplishments forever linked to the respective immortals Pete Rose, Hank Aaron, Nolan Ryan, Cy Young, and Ty Cobb. To that list, another number should be added to commemorate a feat of equal important to longevity in base hits, home runs, strikeouts, wins, and batting average.
98.8.
On January 7, 1992, that was the percentage by which Tom Seaver was elected to the Baseball Hall of Fame. No player has ever received a higher approval rating by the Baseball Writers Association of America, not even Cobb. Few players were ever more connected as a “franchise” player than Tom Terrific with the New York Mets. No member of the team was as intricately associated with their meteoric rise from cellar dwellers to world champions. Seaver was an immediate success upon arriving in New York in 1967. His miracle season of 1969 was highlighted by the game of his career against the divisional rival Chicago Cubs. He continued to pitch brilliantly in the 1970s, fanning 10 consecutive Padres in a game, collecting 200 strikeouts for nine straight seasons, and becoming the first right-hander win three Cy Young Awards. Then, at the height of Seaver’s game in 1977, an ugly contract squabble led to what became known as the Midnight Massacre, a trade to the Cincinnati Reds that devastated the Mets and drove countless fans away from Shea Stadium. After five years of exile in the Queen City, Seaver returned to Queens in 1983. Although he wore socks of different color schemes toward the end of his career, he saved his final crowning achievement for the New York fans to enjoy.
George Thomas Seaver was born on November 17, 1944, in Fresno, California. His mother, Betty, was a homemaker and his father, Charles, was an executive with the Bonner Packing Company, which harvested and shipped raisins to all corners of the country. The Seavers were an athletically minded family. Charles had been a Walker Cup golfer in his youth, while swimming, volleyball, and surfing were also represented in the family.
Born November 17, 1944, Fresno, California
First Game: April 13, 1967; Final Game: September 19, 1986
Bat: Right Throw: Right Height: 6' 1" Weight: 195
Selected to the Hall of Fame in 1992
Named NL Cy Young Award Winner by Baseball Writers' Association of America (1969, 1973 and 1975)
Named NL Pitcher of the Year by The Sporting News (1969 and 1975)
Named NL Rookie of the Year by Baseball Writers' Association of America (1967)
Named right-handed pitcher on The Sporting News NL All-Star Team (1969, 1973, 1975 and 1981)
TOM SEAVER
This article was written by Maxwell Kates and is presented in part, courtesy of the Society for American Baseball Research
4,256. 755. 5,714. 511. .366.
As baseball has often been described as a game of numbers, fans, reporters, and students of the game would most certainly recognize the preceding list of significant digits. They are career accomplishments forever linked to the respective immortals Pete Rose, Hank Aaron, Nolan Ryan, Cy Young, and Ty Cobb. To that list, another number should be added to commemorate a feat of equal important to longevity in base hits, home runs, strikeouts, wins, and batting average.
98.8.
On January 7, 1992, that was the percentage by which Tom Seaver was elected to the Baseball Hall of Fame. No player has ever received a higher approval rating by the Baseball Writers Association of America, not even Cobb. Few players were ever more connected as a “franchise” player than Tom Terrific with the New York Mets. No member of the team was as intricately associated with their meteoric rise from cellar dwellers to world champions. Seaver was an immediate success upon arriving in New York in 1967. His miracle season of 1969 was highlighted by the game of his career against the divisional rival Chicago Cubs. He continued to pitch brilliantly in the 1970s, fanning 10 consecutive Padres in a game, collecting 200 strikeouts for nine straight seasons, and becoming the first right-hander win three Cy Young Awards. Then, at the height of Seaver’s game in 1977, an ugly contract squabble led to what became known as the Midnight Massacre, a trade to the Cincinnati Reds that devastated the Mets and drove countless fans away from Shea Stadium. After five years of exile in the Queen City, Seaver returned to Queens in 1983. Although he wore socks of different color schemes toward the end of his career, he saved his final crowning achievement for the New York fans to enjoy.
George Thomas Seaver was born on November 17, 1944, in Fresno, California. His mother, Betty, was a homemaker and his father, Charles, was an executive with the Bonner Packing Company, which harvested and shipped raisins to all corners of the country. The Seavers were an athletically minded family. Charles had been a Walker Cup golfer in his youth, while swimming, volleyball, and surfing were also represented in the family.
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TOM "TOM TERRIFIC" SEAVER - AUTOGRAPHED SIGNED BASEBALL - HFSID 293060Baseball signed by Tom Seaver in the sweet spot, is a Rawlings Official National League Baseball. Seaver, a three-time Cy Young Award winner and Baseball Hall of Fame inductee, has a faded but legible signature.
Price: $275.00
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TOM "TOM TERRIFIC" SEAVER - AUTOGRAPHED SIGNED PHOTOGRAPH - HFSID 292756Photograph signed by Tom Seaver with the inscription "Tom Seaver/HOF '92". Depicting Seaver in a Mets uniform, this 16x20 image is attached to foam board. Seaver, a Hall of Famer, won three Cy Young Awards during his career.
Price: $375.00
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TOM "TOM TERRIFIC" SEAVER - AUTOGRAPHED SIGNED PHOTOGRAPH - HFSID 84177Photograph shows Hall of Famer Tom Seaver throwing a pitch in a 1980's Chicago White Sox uniform. It is signed with the inscription "Tom Seaver". Seaver, a three-time Cy Young Award winner, is recognized for his exceptional baseball career.
Sale Price $195.00
$240.00
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TOM "TOM TERRIFIC" SEAVER - BASEBALL BAT SIGNED - HFSID 285717Baseball bat signed by Tom Seaver on the barrel, inscribed with "Tom Seaver". Seaver, a Hall of Famer, won 311 games and three Cy Young Awards during his career, significantly contributing to the New York Mets' success.
Sale Price $325.00
$400.00
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TOM "TOM TERRIFIC" SEAVER - PROGRAM SIGNED - HFSID 290652Pamphlet signed by Tom Seaver on the front cover for the 1988 Equitable Old Timers Game at Shea Stadium. It includes information about black and white photographs and team rosters. Seaver is a Hall of Fame pitcher, recognized for his significant achievements.
Price: $220.00
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TOM "TOM TERRIFIC" SEAVER - PROGRAM SIGNED CIRCA 1989 - HFSID 291047Program signed by Tom Seaver, commemorating the 50th anniversary of the Baseball Hall of Fame. Seaver, a three-time Cy Young Award winner, participated in the celebration held in Cooperstown, New York, from June 9-11, 1989.
Price: $220.00
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300+ CAREER WINS - AUTOGRAPHED SIGNED BASEBALL WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 283036Baseball signed by Steve Carlton, Greg Maddux, Phil Niekro, Tom Seaver, and Don Sutton, with Maddux's signature in the sweet spot and others in blue ink. Encased in a PSA/DNA cube with authentication sticker, highlighting all signers as notable pitchers.
Price: $600.00
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300+ CAREER WINS - AUTOGRAPHED SIGNED BASEBALL WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 148777Baseball signed by eight legendary pitchers who have each won at least 300 games, including "Nolan Ryan" on the sweet-spot, and "Steve Carlton", "Tom Seaver", "Phil Niekro", "Don Sutton", "Gaylord Perry", "Warren Spahn", and "Early Wynn".
Sale Price $625.00
$750.00
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300+ CAREER WINS - AUTOGRAPHED SIGNED BASEBALL WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 148783Baseball signed by eight Hall of Fame pitchers, including Nolan Ryan, Steve Carlton, Tom Seaver, Phil Niekro, Don Sutton, Gaylord Perry, Warren Spahn, and Early Wynn. Room available for future signatures.
Price: $750.00
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300+ CAREER WINS - AUTOGRAPHED SIGNED BASEBALL WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 146952Baseball signed by Tom Seaver, Nolan Ryan, Warren Spahn, Steve Carlton, Phil Niekro, Early Wynn, Don Sutton, and Gaylord Perry in blue ink. All players had over 300 career wins, with Spahn being the only exception not playing in the American League.
Sale Price $845.00
$1,000.00
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300+ CAREER WINS - EPHEMERA SIGNED WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 277342Pitching rubber signed by eight Hall of Famers, including "Phil Niekro", "Gaylord Perry", "Don Sutton", "Nolan Ryan", "Warren Spahn", "Steve Carlton", "Tom Seaver", and "Early Wynn". Authenticating labels included.
Price: $950.00
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CINCINNATI REDS - AUTOGRAPHED SIGNED BASEBALL CIRCA 1979 WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 137265Baseball signed by players including "Frank Pastore", "Ron Oester", "Joe Price", "Tom Seaver", and others, totaling 24 signatures, with three unidentified. Item is an official Feeney National League baseball.
Sale Price $845.00
$1,000.00
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CINCINNATI REDS - AUTOGRAPHED SIGNED BASEBALL WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 284442Baseball signed by 22 members of the 1980 Cincinnati Reds during Spring Training, including "Tom Seaver" and "Johnny Bench". This Spalding official grade Youth League baseball features imprinted Cincinnati Reds logo. Five signers remain unidentified.
Price: $700.00
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CINCINNATI REDS - AUTOGRAPHED SIGNED BASEBALL WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 137258Baseball signed by various Cincinnati Reds team members from 1983, including Johnny Bench, Tom Seaver, and Mario Soto. This official Rawlings National League ball has a total of 31 signatures, with 5 remaining unidentified.
Price: $1,000.00
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CINCINNATI REDS - AUTOGRAPHED SIGNED BASEBALL WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 137257Baseball signed by 24 members of the 1982 Cincinnati Reds, including "Tom Lawless", "Mario Soto", and "Tony Perez". This official National League ball, from Charles S. Feeney, includes two unidentified signatures.
Price: $1,000.00
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HALL OF FAME BASEBALL - AUTOGRAPH WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 285693Canvas signed in blue ink by 12 Hall of Fame members, including "Earl Weaver", "Monte Irvin", and "Wade Boggs". Signed between 1973 and 2005, it displays the official Hall of Fame emblem prominently.
Price: $600.00
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HALL OF FAME BASEBALL - BASEBALL BAT SIGNED WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 137356Baseball bat commemorating the National Baseball Hall of Fame's 50th Year is signed by twenty-four Hall of Famers, including "Lou Boudreau", "Steve Carlton", "Duke Snider", "Harmon Killebrew", and "Tom Seaver", among others.
Price: $1,600.00
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THE 1969 NEW YORK METS - AUTOGRAPHED SIGNED BASEBALL CIRCA 1989 WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 144785Baseball signed by 16 members of the 1969 World Champion New York Mets, including Hall of Famers Tom Seaver and Nolan Ryan. Accompanied by PSA/DNA Letter of Authenticity, commemorating the Mets' victory over the Baltimore Orioles in the World Series.
Price: $1,200.00
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THE 1969 NEW YORK METS - AUTOGRAPHED SIGNED BASEBALL CIRCA 1989 WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 136466Baseball signed by 17 members of the 1969 World Champion New York Mets, including Hall of Famers "Tom Seaver" and "Nolan Ryan". Accompanied by an unsigned photograph depicting the team. Presented on a pedestal display.
Sale Price $1,095.00
$1,300.00
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THE 1969 NEW YORK METS - AUTOGRAPHED SIGNED BASEBALL WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 136474Baseball signed by 17 members of the 1969 World Champion New York Mets, including Baseball Hall of Famers "Tom Seaver" and "Nolan Ryan". Notable players like "Cleon Jones" and "Art Shamsky" also signed, commemorating the team's historic victory.
Price: $1,100.00
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THE NEW YORK METS - ANNOTATED BASEBALL SIGNED CIRCA 1976 WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 147732Baseball signed by 30 players and coaches from the 1976 New York Mets, including Tom Seaver and Joe Torre. Signatures feature notable players from the 1969 "Miracle Mets." This Rawlings Official National League baseball commemorates the team's third-place finish in the NL East.
Price: $500.00
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THE NEW YORK METS - AUTOGRAPHED SIGNED BASEBALL CIRCA 1974 WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 147722Baseball signed by Manager "Yogi Berra" on the sweet spot, along with 28 other New York Mets, including "Tom Seaver" and "Tug McGraw". This official Feeney National League baseball commemorates the 1973 National League Champion Mets.
Sale Price $925.00
$1,100.00
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THE NEW YORK METS - AUTOGRAPHED SIGNED BASEBALL CIRCA 1976 WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 156946Baseball signed by the 1976 New York Mets team and manager Joe Frazier, featuring autographs from notable players including Tom Seaver, Joe Torre, and Mickey Lolich. It is an official Spalding National League ball.
Price: $700.00
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THE NEW YORK METS - BOOK SIGNED WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 291199Book Joy in Mudville, a vintage copy by George Vecsey, is signed by 27 members of the 1969 New York Mets, including Hall of Famers Yogi Berra, Tommie Agee, and Nolan Ryan. Signatures appear on the half-title page.
Price: $750.00