Autographed Cards of the 1969 Cubsby Lerxst2112 - 55 cards (Last updated on Jan 1, 2024) |
The goal of this collection is to acquire a signed copy of every Topps card each of the players and coaches of the 1969 Cubs appeared on throughout their playing career. I've acquired 428 signed Topps cards of the 465 cards needed. This makes the collection 92% complete, requiring only 37 more cards. I have a total of 1015 autographed cards by the 41 players, along with 35 signed by the coaching staff and even 3 signed by the team's TV announcer. The list uploaded here is only the 1969 Topps cards (or the closest they had to a 1969 issue) from each player. You can find the rest of the collection, along with other material, at my website listed below or click the link found on the bottom of each players page.
Here's a key to the info on each player's page. For example:
Ted Abernathy's nickname was "Abby", he died in 2004, he was a 36 years old relief pitcher during the 1969 season and he appeared in 56 games as a Cub in 1969. If the player was an All-Star in 1969 that is also indicated here. This information is followed by a short player bio including any of my personal encounters with the player.
1969 Cubs Autographed Topps Cards
Here's a key to the info on each player's page. For example:
Ted Abernathy
"Abby" d.04 (36 yr. old veteran Reliever) 56 gamesTed Abernathy's nickname was "Abby", he died in 2004, he was a 36 years old relief pitcher during the 1969 season and he appeared in 56 games as a Cub in 1969. If the player was an All-Star in 1969 that is also indicated here. This information is followed by a short player bio including any of my personal encounters with the player.
1969 Cubs Autographed Topps Cards
21. 1969 Topps #238 Ken Johnson
Ken Johnsond.15 (36 yr. old Pitcher) 9 gamesKen joined the 1969 Cubs in August for extra bullpen help and pitched in only 9 games. Ken was a knuckle ball throwing pitcher for 7 teams over a 13 year MLB career. While pitching for the Colt .45's in 1966, Ken had the distinction of being the only pitcher to ever lose a nine inning complete game no-hitter. Pete Rose, who had reached base on an error by Johnson, scored on a throwing error by Nellie Fox. Finding Ken's signed cards without a personalization can be tough. He passed away at 82 in 2015. I have 10 of 10 Topps cards autographed. (21 total signed cards) See more of my Ken Johnson collection |
22. 1969 Topps #225 Don Kessinger
Don Kessinger(26 yr. old All-Star Shortstop) 158 gamesDon was an All-American baseball and basketball player at the University of Mississippi. A switch hitter who played 16 years for 3 clubs over his career, Don finished up as a player/manager for the crosstown White Sox. He was considered one of the best defensive shortstops in baseball in the late 60's and early 70's. Don's son Keith, played in 11 MLB games. I've met Don a number of times over the years at many public signings. Don owns a real estate business in Mississippi now. I have 19 of 19 Topps cards autographed. (45 total signed cards) See more of my Don Kessinger collection |
23. 1969 Topps #422 Don Kessinger
Don was a 6 time All-Star, including 1969 where he was joined by the rest of the Cubs infield as All-Stars. Don won Gold Gloves at shortstop in 1969 and 1970. Don is one of 3 Cubs from the 1969 team to win the Lou Gehrig memorial award. Ernie Banks won in 1967, Ron Santo in 1973 and Don in 1978. |
24. 1969 Topps - Deckle #18 Don Kessinger
Kessinger was the Sox manager during Disco Demolition Night July 12, 1979 at Comiskey Park. A crate filled with disco records was blown up by disc jockey Steve Dahl on the field between games of a doubleheader with the Detroit Tigers. Damage caused by the explosion and rowdy fans required the White Sox to forfeit the nightcap.
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25. 1971 Topps #458 White Sox 1971 Rookie Stars (Ron Lolich / Dave Lemonds)
Dave Lemonds(20 yr. old rookie Pitcher) 2 gamesDave was a 20 year old rookie left handed pitcher that appeared in only 2 games for the Cubs in 1969. He didn't return until 1972 with the White Sox where he finished his career by playing in another 31 games. Dave is another of the players I had the chance to meet after suggesting to a local store that they should have him as an autograph guest. He has also been a very accomodating signer through the mail. I have 3 of 3 Topps cards autographed. (10 total signed cards) See more of my Dave Lemonds collection |
26. 1969 Topps #43 Joe Niekro
Joe Niekrod.06 (24 yr. old starting Pitcher) 4 gamesJoe was the younger brother of HOF pitcher Phil Niekro. Taught the knuckleball by their father, their 539 wins are the most by any brothers in MLB history. Joe pitched 22 years for 7 different teams. He was traded early in 1969 along with Gary Ross to the Padres for Dick Selma. In 1987 he was suspended for 10 games when the umpire found a nail file in his pocket. See the video on YouTube. I met Joe before he died in 2006 after a brain aneurysm. I have 25 of 27 Topps cards autographed. (78 total signed cards) Need 1980-205; 1987Traded-89T See more of my Joe Niekro collection |
27. 1969 Topps #593 Don Nottebart
Don Nottebartd.07 (33 yr. old Relief Pitcher) 16 gamesDon pitched 9 years for 5 different teams. On May 17, 1963 Don threw the first no-hitter in Houston's history. In 1965 he gave up Willie Mays' 500th home run. Don pitched 18 innings of relief for the Cubs in 1969, his final season which ended from a muscle tear. I had the opportunity to speak with Don on the phone to ask him if I could send him some items to sign. He graciously accepted my request. Don passed away at 71 in 2007. I have 10 of 10 Topps cards autographed. (27 total signed cards) See more of my Don Nottebart collection |
28. 1969 Topps #88 Rich Nye
Rich Nye(24 yr. old Pitcher) 34 gamesRich got a Civil Engineering degree in 1966, the same year he was drafted by the Cubs. A lefty, he pitched for 3 teams over his 5 year career. He was converted from starter to reliever for the 1969 season. After injuries ended his career, Rich went to veterinary school and became an exotic and avian specialist in 1976. Using money he made as a commodities trader, he opened the first exotic-only specialist practice in the US. My collection includes a pair of Rich's used cleats and hats from the Cubs and Expos. I have 4 of 4 Topps cards autographed. (13 total signed cards) See more of my Rich Nye collection |
29. 1969 Topps #247 Gene Oliver
Gene Oliverd.07 (34 yr. old Catcher) 23 gamesGene spent his 10 year career primarily as a backup catcher for 5 teams. Gene claimed to be the only player to get a double, home run, and strikeout in the same at bat. A line drive sure double was called foul. A home run on the next pitch was called back because time had been called. He eventually struck out. Gene backed up Randy Hundley in 1969 and caught Holtzman's no hitter. He was Social Director for Hundley's Fantasy Camps and was a frequent signer at Cubs Conventions. Gene died in 2007. I have 11 of 11 Topps cards autographed. (18 total signed cards) See more of my Gene Oliver collection |
30. 1969 Topps #354 Nate Oliver
Nate Oliver(28 yr. old 2B) 44 gamesNate spent most of his 7 year career as a Dodger second baseman. He was traded to the Cubs in 1969 by the Yankees for Lee Elia. He finished his career after appearing in 44 games for the 1969 Cubs. Nate spent his career after baseball by managing, coaching and instructing for a number of other baseball organizations. Nate shares his RC with Bill Freehan on a 1963 SP card making it tougher to obtain and get signed. I've been able to meet Nate in person for his autograph on a few occasions. I have 6 of 6 Topps cards autographed. (14 total signed cards) See more of my Nate Oliver collection |
Comments
Most impressive collection, and I'm not even an IP auto auto type of collector! | ||
Thanks Billy. I think you'd enjoy all the details I've catalogued involving my autograph collections. Each autographed item includes the date of acquisition, the source and the cost. I too wrote everything down by hand on paper. It all needs to be transferred to an Excel (or Access) doc so I can have better access to the info. I wish I'd kept better records with regards to the costs involved in acquiring the item prior to it being signed. For example, my 1962 Topps signed Jim Hickman only details the cost of acquiring the autograph, but the card itself was probably $40 before it was signed because it's the last card in the set. |
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