1969 Topps Rollie Fingers
Rollie Fingers
Roland Glen Fingers
Induction Information
Elected to Hall of Fame by Baseball Writers in 1992, Player
Born: August 25, 1946, in Steubenville, Ohio
ML Debut: 9/15/1968
Primary Position: Pitcher
Bats: R Throws: R Primary Uniform #: 34
Played For: Oakland A's (1968-1976), San Diego Padres (1977-1980), Milwaukee Brewers (1981-1982, 1984-1985)
Primary Team: Oakland Athletics
Post-Season: 1971 ALCS, 1972 ALCS, 1972 World Series, 1973 ALCS, 1973 World Series, 1974 ALCS, 1974 World Series, 1975 ALCS, 1981 ALDS
Awards: All-Star (7): 1973-1976, 1978, 1981-1982; MVP 1981; Cy Young 1981; Rolaids Relief Man Award (4): 1977-1978, 1980-1981; 1974 World Series MVP
Pitching
Bio
Rollie Fingers' 17-year career epitomized the emergence of the modern-day relief ace. After watching him post inconsistent results as a starter, the A's moved Fingers to the bullpen. He excelled quickly and frequently in his new role. Relying on a sharp slider, Fingers went on to notch 341 career saves. Known for his handlebar mustache, Fingers became a familiar site during the post-season, appearing in 16 World Series games. He won both the American League MVP and Cy Young Award with the Brewers in 1981.
Roland Glen Fingers
Induction Information
Elected to Hall of Fame by Baseball Writers in 1992, Player
Born: August 25, 1946, in Steubenville, Ohio
ML Debut: 9/15/1968
Primary Position: Pitcher
Bats: R Throws: R Primary Uniform #: 34
Played For: Oakland A's (1968-1976), San Diego Padres (1977-1980), Milwaukee Brewers (1981-1982, 1984-1985)
Primary Team: Oakland Athletics
Post-Season: 1971 ALCS, 1972 ALCS, 1972 World Series, 1973 ALCS, 1973 World Series, 1974 ALCS, 1974 World Series, 1975 ALCS, 1981 ALDS
Awards: All-Star (7): 1973-1976, 1978, 1981-1982; MVP 1981; Cy Young 1981; Rolaids Relief Man Award (4): 1977-1978, 1980-1981; 1974 World Series MVP
Pitching
Bio
Rollie Fingers' 17-year career epitomized the emergence of the modern-day relief ace. After watching him post inconsistent results as a starter, the A's moved Fingers to the bullpen. He excelled quickly and frequently in his new role. Relying on a sharp slider, Fingers went on to notch 341 career saves. Known for his handlebar mustache, Fingers became a familiar site during the post-season, appearing in 16 World Series games. He won both the American League MVP and Cy Young Award with the Brewers in 1981.