MLBMLB Texas Rangers1966–1993Hall of Fame · 1999

Nolan Ryan Cards & Plaques

The Ryan Express on the wall — the Rangers fan's gift forever.

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Career snapshot

Pitching: 324-292 record · 3.19 ERA · 5,714 K (all-time record) · 7 no-hitters (all-time record)

Accolades

★ MLB all-time strikeout leader (5,714 — by 839)

★ 7 career no-hitters (MLB record by 3)

★ 1973 single-season strikeout record (383)

★ 8× All-Star

★ 1969 World Series Champion (New York Mets)

★ 11× MLB strikeout leader

★ 27 seasons pitched — longevity record for a starter

★ Hall of Fame 1999 (98.79% on first ballot)

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The card collector's view

Ryan's true rookie is the 1968 Topps #177 (shared with Jerry Koosman) — a vintage classic with PSA 9 examples reaching five figures. His 1970s Topps Angels run and 1980s Astros run carry strong vintage premiums. The 1990 Score #1 iconic 'Ryan Express' card and 1990 Upper Deck #34 capture his late-career Rangers years. Modern Topps Heritage and Allen & Ginter inserts keep the Ryan market deep across both Texas and California collector audiences.

About Nolan Ryan Cards & Plaques at FreshDCards

Nolan Ryan struck out 5,714 batters — 839 more than the next pitcher on the all-time list — and threw seven no-hitters, three more than anyone else in baseball history. He pitched 27 seasons, throwing 100 mph fastballs into his mid-40s. His 1973 single-season strikeout total of 383 broke a 73-year-old record. The 'Ryan Express' never won a Cy Young Award (a strange voting quirk), but his combination of longevity, velocity, and intimidation factor make him untouchable. Eight-time All-Star. Pitching's most enduring legend.

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