Eddie Murray and his rare Rookie Card. Danny Black | Jun 7, 2025. Jul 21, 2024; Cooperstown, New York, USA; Hall of Famer Eddie Murray / Gregory Fisher-Imagn Images. In this story: ...

Much like the 1979 and 1980 Topps sets that followed it, the 1978 Topps set is primarily known for a single, quintessential rookie card. In 1979, it was Ozzie Smith. In 1980, it was Rickey Henderson.

Murray homered twice on Aug. 3 in Oakland and 26 games passed until his next, on Sept. 4 in Chicago. Eddie wasn't as steady during his first season. The homer against the White Sox was the first ...

Eddie Murray was many Baltimoreans' absolute favorite player growing up. He was an incredible hitter with a steely eyed focus that many have tried but could not replicate.There was only one Eddie ...

Murray played with the Detroit Lions for 12 seasons after being drafted in 1980. While still a rookie, Murray was selected to the Pro Bowl and named MVP. He was also selected for the Pro Bowl in 1989.

The Orioles had a well attended ceremony for the unveiling of the statue of Hall of Fame first baseman Eddie Murray. Before the celebration even began the crowd erupted with the chants of "Eddie ...

Many forget, though, that remarkably, one year to the day later — 20 years ago Tuesday — Ripken’s close friend and teammate Eddie Murray had his own moment of Sept. 6 history when, in a rain ...