1972 Topps #560 Pete Rose In Action PSA 9

1972 Topps #560 Pete Rose In Action PSA 9 - Charlie Hustle Between the Lines

Few players in the history of the game played with the same fire, focus, and ferocity as Pete Rose. By 1972, the Cincinnati Reds were rapidly becoming the Big Red Machine, and Rose was its unshakable sparkplug. That season, he’d lead the National League in hits, plate appearances, and runs scored—adding yet another chapter to his march toward baseball’s all-time hit record. Whether diving headfirst into first base or lining another single into the outfield gap, Rose approached every inning with a level of effort that made him both beloved and feared.

The 1972 Topps #560 In Action card captures that intensity in motion. Unlike the standard posed portraits of the era, this subset brought players to life in the middle of the game—highlighting their craft in real time. Rose is shown at the plate, mid-swing, framed by the psychedelic, boldly stylized design that defines the iconic ’72 Topps release. Graded PSA 9, this copy is in spectacular condition, with sharp edges, brilliant color, clean borders, and nearly perfect centering—an elite example from one of Topps’ most eye-catching and condition-sensitive sets.

There’s something timeless about seeing Pete Rose in action—it reminds us that greatness isn’t just about stats, but about the grind, the effort, and the obsession with winning. For collectors who value not only high-grade vintage cards but the energy of the game itself, this In Action card brings it all together: iconic design, iconic player, and a frozen moment of full-speed baseball history.