1961 Topps #430 Bill Mazeroski PSA 9 – Pittsburgh’s Defensive Dynamo in Stunning Shape
By 1961, Bill Mazeroski had already etched his name into baseball lore with his legendary walk-off home run in the 1960 World Series—still the only Game 7 World Series-ending homer in MLB history. But beyond the October heroics, Mazeroski was known for his unmatched prowess at second base. A two-time All-Star by that point and a soon-to-be eight-time Gold Glove winner, Maz was the engine of Pittsburgh’s infield, a throwback to the fundamentals with a glove like a magnet and instincts sharper than most. His impact was subtle, defensive, and undeniable—one of the few players to reach the Hall primarily on fielding brilliance.
Card #430 from the 1961 Topps set celebrates Mazeroski in the wake of his World Series stardom. This PSA 9 example is a razor-sharp copy with impeccable centering, bold color, and virtually untouched corners. The 1961 issue is known for print and registration issues, but this one checks all the boxes—making it an elite-level representation of one of the Pirates’ all-time greats.
Whether you’re a Pittsburgh fan, a postwar collector, or simply a fan of the game’s greatest defensive talents, this near-mint gem honors a player whose glove redefined his position—and whose swing sealed a championship forever.