1981 Topps
1981 · Topps Chewing Gum, Inc.
726-card 1981 Topps set. Fernando Valenzuela, Tim Raines, Harold Baines and Kirk Gibson rookies.
Key Facts
- Release
- 1981
- Manufacturer
- Topps Chewing Gum, Inc.
- Distribution
- Sold in wax, cello and rack gum packs.
- Card stock
- Standard 2½″ × 3½″ cardboard with a color photo front.
- Series
- Single-series issue — no high-number scarcity.
- Total cards
- 726
Key Cards
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Fernando Valenzuela (RC)
Fernandomania rookie.
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Tim Raines (RC)
Raines rookie — HOF speedster.
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Harold Baines (RC)
Baines rookie — HOF outfielder.
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Kirk Gibson (RC)
Kirk Gibson rookie.
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Mike Schmidt
HOF third baseman — 500+ HR.
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George Brett
Royals HOF legend.
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Robin Yount
Brewers HOF — two-time MVP.
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Pete Rose
Charlie Hustle — the hits king.
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Johnny Bench
Big Red Machine — HOF catcher.
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Joe Morgan
Big Red Machine MVP.
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Reggie Jackson
Mr. October.
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Nolan Ryan
The Ryan Express.