The 1966 California Angels finished 80–82, placing 6th in the American League in their first season played at Anaheim Stadium, which opened mid-year. Managed by Bill Rigney, the Angels relied on strong pitching. Dean Chance posted a 2.28 ERA, while George Brunet added 12 wins and a 3.31 ERA. The offense was light, but Jim Fregosi remained the club’s top all-around player, delivering steady defense and 155 hits. Rick Reichardt provided power with 16 home runs. Despite finishing below .500, the Angels showed promise built around pitching and emerging young talent.
Offered is an off-white Official American League (Cronin) baseball with 26 signatures that we’d rate 7-9/10.
Includes autographs of: Jimmy Piersall, Joe Adcock, Jorge Rubio (D. 2020 in Mexico), Pete Reichardt, Jose Cardenal, Ed Kirkpatrick, Jose (Ramon) Lopez (D. 1982 at age 49)(his only year in MLB was 1966), Marv Grissom, Minnie Rojas, Tom Satriano, Salty Parker, Norm Siebern, Lou Burdette, Jack Sanford, Billy Rigney (clubhouse), Bobby Knoop, Bob Lee, Buba Morton, Jay Johnstone, and Dean Chance.
