Craig Biggio’s 1988 Score Traded Rookie - Graded Gem (PSA or BGS)
Like Cal Ripken, Craig Biggio only played for one major league team during his professional baseball career. As a lifetime Houston Astro, Biggio’s name, when called by the Baseball Hall of Fame for induction, will be music to an Astro fans ears. Recently retired, Craig Biggio should be inducted to the Hall of Fame five years from now.Â
Over twenty major league seasons, Biggio averaged .281 at the plate, with 291 homers, 414 base swipes, 1,844 runs and a .364 on-base percentage.  A seven-time all-star, Biggio was known for his versatility and durability, playing significant time at catcher, second base and outfield positions.Â
His 1988 Score Traded Rookie Card, in a gem graded condition is a fine addition to the collection of any baseball card collector or Houston Astro collector. Even if the baseball writers overlook Biggio for the Hall of Fame, which would be a real shame, this card should increase in value due to it’s quality and the one-team collector factor.
This card recently sold on eBay for the mere sum of $185 in a graded gem condition.
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3 responses so far ↓
1 Joey // Nov 24, 2007 at 1:07 pm
I got lucky and picked this card up in an auction of a complete boxed set for the low low price of $2.45 that was almost two years ago.
2 admin // Nov 25, 2007 at 5:10 pm
Nice pick up Joey! Good investment.
3 derek jeter white sox » Card Collector Universe // Dec 5, 2007 at 4:34 pm
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