1984 Fleer Ryne Sandberg #504 Chicago Cubs HOF

Description: Ryne Sandberg, often known as "Ryno," is a Hall of Fame second baseman who had an illustrious career in Major League Baseball, primarily with the Chicago Cubs. ### Early Career and Background- **Born**: September 18, 1959, in Spokane, Washington.- Sandberg was originally drafted by the Philadelphia Phillies in the 20th round of the 1978 MLB Draft. He made his MLB debut with the Phillies on September 2, 1981, but played in only 13 games before being traded to the Chicago Cubs. ### Chicago Cubs Career- **Position**: Second Baseman- **Years Active**: 1981-1997 (with a brief retirement in 1995)- Sandberg became one of the best second basemen in baseball history during his time with the Cubs.- **Batting**: Right-handed- **Throwing**: Right-handed ### Key Achievements- **10× All-Star** (1984–1993)- **9× Gold Glove Award Winner** (1983–1991)- **7× Silver Slugger Award Winner** (1984, 1985, 1988–1992)- **1984 National League MVP**: Sandberg had an outstanding season, leading the Cubs to the postseason for the first time since 1945. He batted .314 with 19 home runs, 84 RBIs, and 32 stolen bases.- **Home Runs**: 282 career home runs, the most by a second baseman at the time of his retirement.- **Batting Average**: .285 career batting average- **Hits**: 2,386 career hits ### Legacy- **Hall of Fame Induction**: Sandberg was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 2005.- **Cubs Leadership**: Known for his leadership on and off the field, Sandberg was a key figure in making the Cubs competitive during the 1980s and early 1990s.- **Post-Playing Career**: After retiring, Sandberg managed in the minor leagues and eventually served as the manager for the Philadelphia Phillies from 2013 to 2015. Ryne Sandberg is remembered as one of the greatest second basemen of all time, revered for his defensive excellence, power-hitting, and consistency throughout his career.

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