Tony Solaita Memorabilia & Collectibles

About Tony Solaita Memorabilia & Collectibles

About Tony Solaita:

Tony Solaita (full name: Tolia Solaita; no nicknames) played first baseman and pinch hitter from 1968 until 1979 for the New York Yankees, Kansas City Royals, California Angels, Montreal Expos and Toronto Blue Jays. He played for the Yankees in 1968, Royals from 1974 - 1976, Angels from 1976 - 1978, Expos in 1979 and Jays in 1979. Over 7 seasons, he played 525 games, hit 50 home runs, drove in 164 runs, and stole 2 bases. Born on January 15, 1947 in Nuuuli, American Samoa, Solaita stood 6' 0" and weighed 210 lb. He attended Jefferson (Daly City, CA) high school. His debut was on September 16, 1968 and he played his final game on September 30, 1979. Over his career, Solaita made $125,000. Common misspellings of his name include Tolia Tony Solaita.