Bernie Williams
| Birthdate | 9/13/1968 |
| Death Date | |
| Debut Year | 1991 |
| Year of Induction | |
| Teams | Yankees |
| Position | Center Field |
The 1998 batting champion, Bernie Williams was a 5-time All Star, 4-time Gold Glover, a Silver Slugger, and four-time World Series champion.
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Bernie Williams played in 121 post season games
Bernie Williams played in 121 post season games
This is the lineup card that Hall of Fame manager Joe Torre carried in his back pocket during Game 2 of the 1997 ALDS 7-5 loss to the Cleveland Indians. All managers sign the game original but what makes this specimen special is that it’s autographed by seven of the Yankee starters including Derek Jeter.
Andy Pettitte, one of the players who autographed this card, took the loss though no fault of the 23-year-old Jeter who went 2-for-4 with a home run. The card is also signed by Tim Raines, Bernie Williams, Paul O’Neill, Chad Curtis, and Joe Girardi.
Williams made 5 consecutive All Star appearances from 1997-2001 and finished with four Gold Gloves, a Silver Slugger Award, and four World Series rings.
The first of Bernie's five straight All Star appearances came in 1997
The first of Bernie's five straight All Star appearances came in 1997
Shown here is a closeup of Bernie Williams signature right next to his name as written by skipper Joe Torre. Williams started in centerfield and batted as the cleanup hitter.
The 1997 season was memorable for Williams as he made the first of his five straight All Star teams and earned the first of four consecutive Gold Glove Awards. Some believe his career merits a plaque in Cooperstown.
Just above Williams’ signature is that of Yankee captain Derek Jeter. Williams finished with 2,336 hits, 1,257 RBI, and a .381 on-base percentage.
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