- After batting .259 in 1976, Roy Smalley took a step back as a hitter in 1977. After the 1977 season, Roy would hit ten or more home runs every year (except the 1981 strike season) from 1978-1986.
- 1977 Stats: .231, 93 runs scored in 150 games.
- 1977 Highlights:
- May 1: Singled off of closer John Hiller in the bottom of the 9th to knock in Jerry Terrel and win the game. The Twins beat the Detroit Tigers 6-5.
- July 30: Hit a solo home run in the top of the 14th inning that proved to be the game winner. The Twins beat the Cleveland Indians 4-3.
- Sept 24: Singled in the game-winning run in the bottom of the 9th as the Twins beat the Milwaukee Brewers 4-3.
- Other card blogs: 1976, 1976
This blog covers all things baseball in 1977. Baseball cards from that year is a main focus of the site.
Tuesday, January 10, 2012
1977 Topps Baseball #66 - Roy Smalley
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