Swing Sequences. Roberto Alomar and Carlos Baerga.

 

Two guys who came up with the Padres. In 1985 Robbie was drafted, while Carlos was signed as a free agent. Similar in size, and both played 2B for the bulk of their careers. They both played SS in the minors for at least one full season. 

Carlos was part of a trade for Joe Carter, Roberto was traded with Joe Carter.  

They each played for the Indians, Mets, Padres and Diamondbacks.

Robbie won 4 silver slugger awards, Carlos won 2.

Carlos was washed up at age 27, Robbie was effective until age 33. They both played their last season at age 36.

Two of my favorite players when they were active. I always wondered if Carlos was older than advertised. Or maybe Robbie's speed and better athleticism enabled him to avoid all of the collisions at 2B.

Guest star card. Roberto Alomar (Carlos Baerga)

I think about 95% of guest star cards are on or near 2nd base. Not surprising. Special bonus guest appearance by Mel Harder's number.

"Harder! Harder!"
Mel says "yes?"
"no stupid, do me harder"
Mel says "I am Harder and I'm doing you"
"ARRGH, do me harder Harder!!"

He'd have been a much better pitchman for Viagra.

Guest star card. Carlos Baerga. (Dan Gladden, Ellis Burks, Mo Vaughn)

 Unknown Brewer or Mariner.

 Dan Gladden

 Ellis Burks

 Unknown

Mo Vaughn

I wonder if the beating Carlos took at 2nd had anything to do with how his career fell apart? It's got to wear the legs and back down doing all that jumping and taking all those hits.

Recycled photos & guest star card. Carlos Baerga (Willie Wilson)

 Ok. The middle and right shot are clearly the same play, different angles. You might think the one on the left was from the same game, but he's wearing a different glove.

A nice pair of shots with Willie Wilson sliding in.