Joe Rudi '72 World Series" Photograph

Joe Rudi was an underrated superstar for the mighty Oakland A's of the early 1970's. Oakland won three consecutive World Series (1972-74) with a lineup that featured Reggie Jackson, Sal Bando, and pitchers Catfish Hunter, Vida Blue, and Rollie Fingers. But nobody was more important to the A's overall success than Rudi. He was an excellent defensive player, a smart hitter, and a good baserunner. His arm was strong and accurate, and he was outstanding in the clutch. In Game Two of the 1972 World Series versus Cincinnati, Rudi homered, then saved the 2-1 win with a spectacular ninth-inning catch that A's fan still talk about. And in Game Seven against the Dodgers in 1974, his seventh-inning homer broke a 2-2 tie, and Oakland held on to win 3-2. A three-time All-Star and Gold Glove Award winner, Rudi hand-signed this awesome photo of his famous, game-saving '72 Word Series catch with the special inscription "Gold Glove 74-75-76." Sports Gallery Quality-Framed in thick black wood, UV-protective glass, and classic A's double matting, this is an awesome collectible from the unforgettable "Swinging A's" years. A great gift for any long-time Oakland fan.