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HISTORY: Forrest Harrill "Smoky" Burgess (February 6, 1927 – September 15, 1991) was an American professional baseball catcher, pinch hitter, coach, and scout, who played in Major League Baseball (MLB) from 1949 to 1967. Burgess was selected as an All-Star in six seasons (being on the National League (NL) team for nine All-Star games). He became known, later in his career, for his abilities as an elite pinch hitter, setting the MLB career record for career pinch-hits with 144. During his career, he led NL catchers in fielding percentage three times. He stood 5 feet 8 inches (1.73 m) tall, weighing 245 pounds (111 kg). Burgess batted left-handed and threw right-handed. A statue of Burgess was unveiled in his hometown on November 9, 2024.
Offered here is a signed index card of Smoky Burgess. Authenticated by JSA.
FULL DESCRIPTION: This is a blank, white, 3" x 5" index card. Boldly signed , "Smoky Burgess." Clean front and back. Not creased or torn. Authenticated by JSA and comes with their label and cert numbered CS25708.
