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
31. 1969 Topps #372 Adolfo Phillips
Adolfo Phillips(27 yr. old Center Fielder) 28 gamesAdolfo, "the Panamanian Flash" played for 4 teams over his 8 year career. He was part of the trade with the Phillies that brought Fergie Jenkins to the Cubs. As a kid I saw the Cubs beat the Dodgers 20-3 in 1967 where Adolfo had 6 RBI. That June he had a 3 homer, 7 RBI game. He was sent to the Expos in 1969 for Paul Popovich. I have one of Adolfo's game used bats in my collection. A very tough man to track down, I've never met Adolfo. My autographs are from private signings with Adolfo. I have 6 of 6 Topps cards autographed. (14 total signed cards) See more of my Adolfo Phillips collection |
32. 1969 Topps #47 Paul Popovich
Paul Popovich"Pop-O" (28 yr. old Infielder) 60 gamesVersion A - Heavy Airbrush Popovich played 11 years for 3 clubs. He was a Cub rookie in 1964, was traded to the Dodgers after '67 and made his way back to the Cubs in 1969. Paul was a utility man for the Cubs in 1969 and played in 60 games. Paul finished his career with the Pirates from 1974-75. Paul served as an infield coach in pro baseball for 10 years after his MLB career. I have 12 of 12 Topps cards autographed. (35 total signed cards) See more of my Paul Popovich collection |
33. 1969 Topps #47 Paul Popovich
Version B - Light Airbrush
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34. 1969 Topps #47 Paul Popovich
Version C - Logo "C" showing through
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35. 1969 Topps #602 Cubs 1969 Rookie Stars (Alec Distaso / Don Young / Jim Qualls)
Jimmy Qualls(22 yr. old rookie Outfielder) 43 gamesJimmy played 43 games as a rookie in 1969, mostly in utility and pinch-hitting roles. He's best remembered for breaking up Tom Seaver's perfect game on July 9, 1969. Jimmy had short stints with the Expos and White Sox and a few years in Japan. We became friends after meeting at his public signings. He has some great stories about his times with Durocher and his exploits in Japan. I have 3 of 3 Topps cards autographed. (12 total signed cards) See more of my Jimmy Qualls collection |
36. 1969 Topps #535 Phil Regan
Phil Regan"The Vulture" (32 yr. old veteran Closer) 71 gamesPhil pitched for the Tigers and Dodgers before coming to the Cubs with Jim Hickman in 1968. His best year was 1966 with the Dodgers. He was named Comeback Player and Reliever of the year as well as an All-Star. At 32, he was the Cubs closer in 1969 finishing 49 of his 71 appearances. After his 13th and final season in 1972 he went into coaching. I was able to help with a private signing when he managed the West Michigan Mudcats. It's great talking baseball with a player with his experience. I have 12 of 12 Topps cards autographed. (33 total signed cards) See more of my Phil Regan collection |
37. 1971 Topps #664 Pitchers 1971 Rookie Stars (Archie Reynolds / Bob Reynolds / Ken Reynolds)
Archie Reynolds(23 yr. old rookie Pitcher) 2 gamesArchie has the distinction of appearing in 36 games over 5 years without earning a win. His official MLB record is 0-8. Archie's only 2 Topps cards are from hi number series in '71 and '72. I've never met Archie and my items are primarily from his private signings. I have 2 of 2 Topps cards autographed. (4 total signed cards) See more of my Archie Reynolds collection |
38. 1969 Topps #404 Cubs 1969 Rookie Stars (Vic LaRose / Gary Ross)
Gary Ross(21 yr. old Pitcher) 2 gamesGary appeared in only 2 games in 1969 when he was sent with Joe Niekro to the Padres for Dick Selma. Gary pitched 10 years for 3 teams before retiring in 1977. I met Gary at his only public signing at a local store that brought many of the '69 Cubs in for rare appearances. I have 6 of 6 Topps cards autographed. (15 total signed cards) See more of my Gary Ross collection |
39. 1970 Topps #46 Ken Rudolph
Ken Rudolph(22 yr. old rookie Catcher) 27 gamesKen was a 22 year old rookie catcher for the Cubs in 1969. Ken appeared in 328 games over his 9 years in the majors. Ken was sent to the Giants in 1974, then to the Cardinals for 2 years before returning to the Giants and finishing up with the Orioles in 1977. He was a high school baseball coach in Arizona for almost 10 years. I've had the opportunity to meet Ken in person at a few of his public signings in the Chicago area. I have 8 of 8 Topps cards autographed. (34 total signed cards) See more of my Ken Rudolph collection |
40. 1969 Topps #570 Ron Santo
Ron Santo • HOFd.10 (29 yr. old All-Star 3B) 160 gamesRon played 14 years for the Cubs from 1960-73 before finishing with the White Sox in '74. In 1969 Ron was team captain and an All-Star third baseman. After a comeback victory over the Expos in June of 1969, Santo celebrated with a heel click which Durocher asked him to continue after Cub's home victories. His last heel click was September 2nd, their last victory at home in first place. I met Ron numerous times over the years before his death in 2010. I have 26 of 27 Topps cards autographed. (46 total signed cards) Need 1975mini-35 See more of my Ron Santo 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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