Baseball Player, Series 3 (Complete Set with Bat and Glove)
col03-11 · Collectible Minifigures
Series 3 · 2011: Debuted in January as part of the third wave of the blind-bag series, which solidified the CMF line as a permanent LEGO staple.
Figure ID
col03-11
Theme
Collectible Minifigures
Year Released
2011: Debuted in January as part of the third wave of the blind-bag series, which solidified the CMF line as a permanent LEGO staple.
Rarity
Uncommon: As a retired blind-bag figure from over a decade ago, it is harder to find in mint condition, though it was mass-produced at release.
Head
Standard yellow skin tone with a classic smirk, black eyes with white pupils, and thin arched eyebrows. The head is topped with a white baseball cap featuring a red bill and a red cursive 'C' logo.
Torso
White torso with red vertical pinstripes and a 'Clutchers' team logo across the chest. Features a red undershirt collar print and a black belt printed at the waist. White arms and yellow hands.
Legs
Solid white hips and legs representing traditional baseball pants. No side or back printing.
Accessories
The original figure includes a tan baseball bat and a dark tan/brown baseball glove (mitt). The image shown is missing these key accessories.
Color Scheme
Primary white and red (team colors) with yellow skin accents and black detailing for the belt and facial features.
Printing Details
High-quality pad printing on the cap and torso. The 'Clutchers' logo is crisp. There is no printing on the back of the torso or the legs, which was standard for early CMF series.
Variants
No official LEGO variants of this specific 'Clutcher' player exist, though later baseball players were released in Team GB (2012) and Series 10 (Fielding Glove).
Condition Notes
Main concerns include the white plastic yellowing over time if exposed to UV, and potential 'bite marks' or loose joints. The red pinstripe printing can scratch off with heavy play.
Estimated Value
New/Sealed: $12-$18; Used (Complete): $7-$10; Used (Incomplete as pictured): $4-$6.
Price (New)
Retail price was $2.99 USD in 2011.
Compatible Sets
8803-11 (Collectible Minifigures Series 3 individual bag).
Character Background
An anonymous professional baseball player for the fictional 'Clutchers' team, a play on the 'clutch' characteristic of great players and the LEGO 'clutch power' of bricks.
Design Notes
The 'C' on the hat and the 'Clutchers' logo were highlights for the time. This figure introduced the specialized baseball glove mold to the LEGO system.
Similar Minifigures
Series 10 Baseball Fielder (col149), Team GB Brawny Boxer (colgb-02), and various City-themed sports figures.
Collectibility
High for completionists of the early CMF series. It captures the charm of early 2010s LEGO design and the pun-based naming conventions.
History
Part of the first transition of CMF packaging from the yellow (Series 1) and blue (Series 2) to the green (Series 3) bags.
Interesting Facts
The team name 'Clutchers' is one of several meta-references in LEGO sports; other teams include the 'Rovers' (Mars theme) and 'Stickers'.
Display Suggestions
Best displayed in a tiered CMF case or a custom baseball diamond MOC alongside other sports-themed figures.
Modification Potential
The pinstriped torso is popular for creating custom 1920s-era civilian figures or other sports-related MOCs.
Overall Assessment
A quintessential classic CMF. Desirable for its unique team branding and era-specific design. Rated 7/10 for collectors.