1960 Topps #236 Dick Ricketts PSA NM-MT 8

1960 Topps #236 Dick Ricketts PSA 8 - A Unique Figure in Baseball and Basketball History, Preserved in High Grade

Dick Ricketts was far from your average major leaguer. Before his brief stint as a pitcher with the St. Louis Cardinals, Ricketts had already made history as the No. 1 overall pick in the 1955 NBA Draft, making him one of the rare athletes to play professionally in both Major League Baseball and the NBA. Though his time on the mound was short, his multi-sport legacy remains a fascinating chapter in sports history.

This PSA 8 example from the colorful and visually distinctive 1960 Topps set presents extremely well. The dual-panel layout—featuring both a portrait and an action image—remains clean and vivid, with bold color separation, sharp corners, and a strong surface gloss. The centering and registration are well-balanced, making this a standout example of a lesser-known, but historically significant player.