TTM Stats
- Sent: 4/6/2022 | Received: 5/2/2022 | 26 Days
- ’77 Topps, ’78 Topps
- Address: Home (address from Sports Card Forum)
The Story of the Autograph
Ron Pruitt’s career in Major League Baseball (MLB) spanned parts of nine seasons, during which he demonstrated versatility, reliability, and a team-first attitude. Though never a superstar, Pruitt carved out a niche as a dependable catcher and outfielder, making meaningful contributions to every team he played for. His journey through the game reflects the hard work and dedication needed to thrive in professional baseball.
Ronald Ralph Pruitt was born on October 21, 1951, in Flint, Michigan. He grew up playing baseball in his hometown and showed enough promise to earn a spot at Michigan State University, where he played for the Spartans baseball team. At Michigan State, Pruitt honed his skills as a hitter and catcher, establishing himself as a standout collegiate player. In 1972, the Texas Rangers selected Pruitt in the second round of the MLB Draft, recognizing his potential to contribute at the professional level.
Pruitt made his MLB debut with the Rangers on June 25, 1975. Over the next few seasons, he worked to find his role on the team, splitting time between catcher, outfield, and designated hitter. His versatility became one of his key assets, as he could fill multiple positions and contribute to his team’s success in a variety of ways. He moved on to the indians after his first year and one of his best seasons with the Indians came in 1977, when he hit .288 over 253 at-bats, showcasing his ability to deliver at the plate when given the opportunity.
After spending five seasons with Cleveland, Pruitt was traded to the Chicago White Sox in 1980. He then moved back to the Indians and on to San Francisco Giants a year after that, where he continued to serve as a valuable bench player.
Though he primarily served as a backup, Pruitt was known for his professionalism and steady presence. His ability to adapt to different roles and contribute when called upon earned him the respect of teammates and coaches alike. Pruitt’s final MLB season came in 1983 with the Giants, ending a career that included 341 games, a .269 batting average, and 12 home runs.
Ron Pruitt’s career is a testament to the role of steady, reliable players in Major League Baseball. While he may not have been a household name, his contributions on and off the field were invaluable to the teams he played for and to the game itself.
The Score on Ron Pruitt – 7.0
Ron has a nice signature and the marker he used really did a great job standing out on these. Although sometimes I think the pictures actually make it show better than in realy life. I think that image on the 1977 Topps card is faded just enough to make it work. One thing you should know about Ron is that while he wasn’t charging when I had these signed, he is now.
Thanks Mr. Pruitt! I’m giving this return a 7 overall.
>>> READ MORE ABOUT MY AUTOGRAPH SCORING SYSTEM <<<
Thanks for visiting BravestarrCards.com: Card Collecting and TTM Autographs.
Information gathered using Wikipedia and Baseball Reference.