1976 Topps Traded #28T Dusty Baker PSA 9

1976 Topps Traded #28T Dusty Baker PSA 9 – A Fresh Start for a Future Baseball Icon

The 1976 season marked a pivotal moment in Dusty Baker’s career, as he was traded from the Atlanta Braves to the Los Angeles Dodgers, setting the stage for his rise as one of the most respected figures in baseball. A talented outfielder with a powerful bat, Baker had already established himself as a consistent offensive force, hitting .242 with 13 home runs and 39 RBIs in 1975. With the Dodgers, however, his career took off, as he became a key piece of the team's "Longest Running Infield" era and helped lead them to multiple World Series appearances, including a championship in 1981. Beyond his playing days, Baker’s impact on baseball only grew, as he went on to become one of the most successful managers in MLB history, culminating in a 2022 World Series title with the Houston Astros.

This 1976 Topps Traded #28T Dusty Baker is a pristine PSA 9 example, showcasing the sought-after update card reflecting his trade to the Dodgers. The sharp image clarity, deep color saturation, and crisp registration make this card pop, while the centering is excellent, and the corners remain razor-sharp. The surface is clean and vibrant, with no visible flaws, making it a fantastic high-grade specimen of this important transitional card. As a Traded series card, this issue had a more limited print run compared to standard base Topps cards, adding to its collectibility.