1979 California Angels Team Signed Baseball - Approx. 26 Autos - Nolan Ryan, Don Drysdale, Don Baylor & More

Official American League baseball signed by members of the California Angels organization during the 1979 Major League Baseball season, featuring approximately 26 signatures from players, coaches, broadcasters, and team personnel.

The collection includes:

1979 California Angels Team Signed Baseball - Approx. 26 Signatures
Nolan Ryan
Don Drysdale (Broadcaster)
Don Baylor
Bobby Grich
Carney Lansford
Joe Rudi
Willie Davis
Brian Downing
Dickie Thon
Dave Frost
Mark Clear
Jim Barr
Larry Harlow
Jim Anderson
Mike Barlow
Steve Eddy
Tom Donohue
Jim Fregosi (Manager)
Bobby Knoop (Coach)
Bob Clear (Coach)
Jimmy Reese (Coach)
and others

This baseball represents an outstanding piece from the California Angels’ historic 1979 season, featuring members of the franchise’s first division championship team.

The ball is highlighted by Hall of Fame pitcher Nolan Ryan during his final season with the Angels, shortly before departing for the Houston Astros. Ryan remains one of the most legendary pitchers in baseball history, finishing his career as Major League Baseball’s all-time strikeout leader with 5,714 strikeouts and a record seven no-hitters.

The baseball also features Hall of Fame pitcher Don Drysdale, who served as part of the Angels broadcast team during this era, along with 1979 American League Most Valuable Player Don Baylor, All-Star second baseman Bobby Grich, and standout players including Carney Lansford, Joe Rudi, and Brian Downing.

The roster composition and player/coach signatures present are consistent with the club’s 1979 season roster, creating a unique piece representing the Angels’ first postseason team in franchise history.

Authentication & Provenance
This baseball originates from the personal collection of a former Toronto Blue Jays ball boy, who acquired the item during his time with the organization in the late 1970s.

The baseball has not been submitted for third-party authentication and is offered without a Certificate of Authenticity.

Condition
The baseball displays toning, surface wear, age-related discoloration, and handling wear consistent with vintage baseballs and long-term storage. Signatures exhibit natural variation in strength and clarity throughout, with some remaining bold and others displaying varying degrees of fading. Please refer to photographs for complete condition details.

Details
Item: 1979 California Angels Team Signed Baseball
Team: California Angels
Signatures: Approximately 26 Signatures
Notable Signers: Nolan Ryan, Don Drysdale, Don Baylor, Bobby Grich & Others
Authentication: No COA
Provenance: Former Toronto Blue Jays Ball Boy Collection