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Tony Fernandez

1983 TCMA

I was fortunate to see Tony Fernandez in person when he played for the Syracuse Chiefs back in 1981 and 1982. He was one of the finest fielders I ever saw. Amazing range, and a cannon of an arm. I followed his career and remained a fan throughout. I was especially delighted when he signed with the Reds in 1994, where he switched to third base in deference to Barry Larkin at SS. I was saddened to hear of his passing last month at the all-too young age of 57. Thanks for the memories and RIP Tony.

1984 Donruss

1984 Fleer


 Top row (left to right): 1985 Donruss; 1985 Topps; and 1987 Fleer.
Middle: 1986 Topps; 1987 Fleer; and 1987 Topps.
Bottom: 1987 Topps Mini; 1988 Donruss; and 1988 Donruss Diamond Kings.

1988 Score

1988 Topps

1988 Score. Pretty good company!

1988 Fleer

1989 Donruss and 1989 Fleer


 Top row (L-R): 1989 Topps; 1990 Fleer; and 1990 Fleer w/ Ripkin, Jr.
Middle: 1991 Leaf; 1991 Fleer; and 1993 Topps.
Bottom: 1992 Upper Deck; 1993 Fleer Ultra; and 1994 Fleer.

1994 Leaf

1994 Fleer Flair

1996 Topps

1998 Topps

1989 Topps Coin

1986 Leaf Maxi
Thanks for visiting!
CinciCuse Bill
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  1. FujiMarch 11, 2020 at 1:37 PM

    That 1993 Topps card is one of my favorite cards from that set.

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