1978 Topps N.L. Championships Dodgers Overpower Phillies in Four #6
Dusty Baker and Tim McCarver (Uncredited) · Topps · Base / Postseason Highlight
Player
Dusty Baker and Tim McCarver (Uncredited)
Set
1978 Topps Base Set
Year
1978
Card #
#6
Condition Grade
PSA 5 (EX) - Centering is significantly shifted left-to-right (approx 75/25), soft corners visible top-left and bottom-left, minor edge chipping.
Category
Base / Postseason Highlight
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Low - Primarily sought by Dodgers team set collectors or 1978 Topps set builders.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$1.00 - $3.00
Graded Value
PSA 5: $10-15, PSA 6: $20-25, PSA 4: $5-8
Comparable Sales
Recent raw copies in similar mid-grade condition have sold for $0.99 to $2.50 on eBay. PSA 8 copies generally fetch $30-$40, which this card would not achieve due to centering.
Description
A classic 1978 Topps postseason highlight card featuring Dusty Baker mid-swing for the Los Angeles Dodgers during the NLCS against Philadelphia. The card has the iconic 1978 design with a pink inner border and a green 'N.L. CHAMPIONSHIPS' headline.
Key Features
Features Dusty Baker, a legendary player and future World Series-winning manager. It captures a key moment from the 1977 postseason leading into the 1978 product year.
Authenticity Indicators
Genuine card stock with characteristic 1978 Topps grain and matte finish. High confidence as this specific common/highlight card is rarely faked.
Flaws to Note
Obvious left-to-right centering issues which are common for this set. Corner wear is visible on three out of four corners. There is a slight notch or surface abrasion on the right edge.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (as a Buy It Now), COMC for long-term inventory, or local card shop bulk bins.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card; the cost of grading ($19+) far exceeds the market value of a PSA 5 or 6 example. Use Keywords: 1978 Topps #6, Dodgers, Dusty Baker, NLCS.