Walt Williams played 10 seasons in the Major Leagues and only one season with the Cleveland Indians. Williams received the nickname "No Neck" for a combination of his short stature, muscular and compact torso and short neck.
Williams made his big league debut with the Houston Colt .45's in 1964. After 10 plate appearances in 10 games, Williams was selected off of waivers by the St. Louis Cardinals and remained in the minors for almost three seasons.
Williams was traded to the Chicago White Sox in 1967 and got his opportunity to play in the big leagues again. Williams was known by his hustle and his drive to be great and became a fan favorite during his tenure in Chicago. Williams, a starting outfielder for the White Sox, hit .304 in 1969; he was one of only six players to hit over .300 and the first White Sox player to do so in six years.
Williams was traded to the Cleveland Indians for Eddie Leon in 1973 and become a backup outfielder and designated hitter for the Tribe. After one season in Cleveland, he was part of a three-way trade that sent him to the New York Yankees. The Yankees release Williams after two seasons. Williams would go on to play two more seasons in Japan.
About This Card
Walt Williams was traded in 1973 and Topps attempted to show this change. The Indians "C" logo was airbrushed onto the cap while the "S" in "SOX" is still visible on his uniform.
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