HISTORIC MLB TEAMS COLLECTION - SET 3 (8 TEAMS) $18.50

A historic collection of legendary teams from Major League Baseball's past.

Set III: 

1976 CINCINNATI REDS: With virtually the same roster as the more highly regarded '75 Big Red Machine, the '76 Reds actually have any easier time in the postseason, sweeping their way to a title after the '75 team went to seven games in the World Series. Cincy's team ERA climbs from 3.37 to 3.51, but the dynamic offense is there once again to lead the way. Joe Morgan (1.020 OPS, 27 HR, 111 RBI, 60 SB) has the best overall season of his career, and the offense leads the NL in every major category.

1957 MILWAUKEE BRAVES: The '57 Braves capture their first World Series title since 1914, and first since moving from Boston to Milwaukee, besting the Yankees in seven games. Hall of Fame sluggers Hank Aaron (.978 OPS, 44 HR, 132 RBI) and Eddie Mathews (.927 OPS, 32 HR, 94 RBI) lead the way offensively, while the rotation features a fantastic trio in Cy Young winner Warren Spahn (21-11, 2.69 ERA), Lew Burdette (17-9, 3.72 ERA) and Bob Buhl (18-7, 2.74 ERA).

1986 NEW YORK METS: After winning the NL East by a whopping 21.5 games, it takes the legendary Bill Buckner error and a Game 7 win for the '86 Mets to come away with the World Series title. Darryl Strawberry (.865 OPS, 27 HR, 93 RBI), Gary Carter (.776 OPS, 24 HR, 105 RBI) and Keith Hernandez (.859 OPS, 13 HR, 83 RBI) lead the way offensively, topping the NL in batting average and runs scored. A 21-year-old Dwight Gooden (17-6, 2.84 ERA) is the ace of a staff that also sees strong performances from Sid Fernandez (16-6, 3.52 ERA), Ron Darling (15-6, 2.81 ERA) and Bob Ojeda (18-5, 2.57 ERA). Relievers Roger McDowell and Jesse Orosco combine for 43 saves.

1961 NEW YORK YANKEES: While the home run race between Roger Maris (.993 OPS, 61 HR, 141 RBI) and Mickey Mantle (1.135 OPS, 54 HR, 128 RBI) and the historic mark of 60 home runs set by Babe Ruth takes center stage, the '61 Yankees are a great team from top to bottom. Elston Howard (.936 OPS, 21 HR, 77 RBI), Yogi Berra (.795 OPS, 22 HR, 61 RBI) and Bill Skowron (.790 OPS, 28 HR, 89 RBI) also have big seasons at the plate. On the mound, Whitey Ford (25-4, 3.21 ERA) wins the only Cy Young of his Hall of Fame career, while Ralph Terry (16-3, 3.15 ERA) and Bill Stafford (14-9, 2.68 ERA) are solid as well.

1972 OAKLAND A'S: The birth of a dynasty. The '72 A's win their first of three consecutive World Series titles, besting the Cincinnati Reds in seven games. In a year dominated by pitching, the A's staff is the best of the best. Vida Blue, the Cy Young winner the year before, is the team's No. 4 starter. Every starting pitcher (Catfish Hunter, Blue Moon Odom, Ken Holtzman, Blue and Dave Hamilton) has an ERA under 3.00. The bullpen, anchored by Hall of Famer Rollie Fingers, is equally untouchable. Fingers and set-up men Joe Horlen, Bob Locker and Darold Knowles combine for a 2.44 ERA and 1.13 WHIP.

1980 PHILADELPHIA PHILLIES: The '80 Phils bring the city of brotherly love it's first ever World Series title. At the plate, Mike Schmidt is one of the most feared sluggers in the league and he has an excellent supporting cast. From Pete Rose, to Greg Luzinski to Bake McBride, the offense finishes in the top five in nearly every major category. Even with Schmidt manning third base, the best player on this team is Steve Carlton. "Lefty" has one of his most memorable seasons in 1980, posting a record of 24-9 with an ERA of 2.34. 

2001 SEATTLE MARINERS: The '01 Mariners (116-46) tie the MLB record for wins in a season with the 1906 Cubs, but they fall short in the postseason, as they are eliminated by the Yankees in five games in the ALCS. Veterans Bret Boone (.950 OPS, 37 HR, 141 RBI) and Edgar Martinez (.966 OPS, 23 HR, 116 RBI) have big seasons, while Ichiro Suzuki (.350 BA, 242 H, 56 SB) takes the league by storm as a rookie and wins AL MVP honors. A 38-year-old Jamie Moyer (20-6, 3.43 ERA) leads the pitching staff, while Freddy Garcia (18-8, 3.05 ERA) gives the Mariners a second ace.

1993 TORONTO BLUE JAYS: The '93 Blue Jays repeat as World Series champions. Juan Guzman (14-3, 3.99 ERA) and Pat Hentgen (19-9, 3.87 ERA) lead a pitching staff that also includes Jack Morris, Dave Stewart, Todd Stottlemyre and Al Leiter. Joe Carter (.802 OPS, 33 HR, 121 RBI), John Olerud (.363 BA, 1.072 OPS, 24 HR, 107 RBI), Roberto Alomar (.900 OPS, 17 HR, 55 SB) and Paul Molitor (.911 OPS, 22 HR, 111 RBI) make up a dangerous lineup, and Carter delivers one of the biggest home runs in baseball history to secure the title.

You will receive 8 un-cut TEAM CARDS. Each team features up to 28 players (14+ batters & 10+ pitchers). A total of over 200 players, each with specific ability ratings.

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