1958 Topps #120 — Johnny Podres, Los Angeles Dodgers
Johnny Podres is best remembered for one of the most celebrated pitching performances in World Series history — his complete game shutout in Game 7 of the 1955 Fall Classic against the New York Yankees, delivering Brooklyn's only World Series championship and earning him World Series MVP honors. It remains one of the defining moments in baseball history.
This card carries additional historical significance as a first year Los Angeles Dodgers card — 1958 marking the franchise's inaugural season on the West Coast following their move from Brooklyn, making cards from this set a bridge between two of the most storied chapters in Dodgers history.
Podres went on to win four World Series titles with the Dodgers in 1955, 1959, 1963 and 1965, posting a career postseason record of 4-1 with a 2.11 ERA — one of the finest October records of his generation.
The 1958 Topps set features distinctive solid colored portrait backgrounds — this card displaying the striking yellow background with red lettering that makes it one of the more visually appealing cards in the entire set.
This card has been stored in a protective sleeve for approximately 40 years, held in a single private collection since original purchase and never traded or resold.
Condition: EX — Slight notch present on top edge. Minor scratches visible on card surface. Some color fading on card front. Overall structure remains solid with good eye appeal. Please review all images or ask questions before purchasing. Priced to reflect actual condition honestly.
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