1982 Topps Kmart 20th Anniversary Denny McLain #21
Denny McLain · Topps · Insert / Box Set / Commemorative
Player
Denny McLain
Set
1982 Topps Kmart 20th Anniversary MVP Series
Year
1982
Card #
21
Condition Grade
PSA 6 (EX-MT). While the centering is decent, there is visible edge wear on the right side and softening of the bottom-right corner.
Category
Insert / Box Set / Commemorative
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Low. This is a very common 'junk wax' era card. There is high supply and moderate niche demand from Detroit Tigers team collectors or set builders.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.50 - $2.00
Graded Value
PSA 8: $15-25, PSA 9: $45-60, PSA 10: $150-200. Note: Grading costs likely exceed the value for this specific card unless it is a guaranteed Gem Mint 10.
Comparable Sales
Individual raw copies frequently sell for $1 plus shipping. Complete boxed sets of all 44 cards typically sell for $5 to $10.
Description
This card is part of the iconic 1982 Topps Kmart 20th Anniversary set, celebrating MVPs from 1962-1982. This specific card features 1968 AL MVP Denny McLain of the Detroit Tigers. The design replicates his original 1969 Topps card within the Kmart themed border. Features the classic Kmart logo and '20th Anniversary' script at the top.
Key Features
Features the 1968 American League MVP and 31-game winner; nostalgia appeal for Detroit Tigers fans; features a reprint of the classic 1969 Topps design.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence. This set was mass-produced in the millions and is not a target for counterfeiting. Authentic card stock is thin with a slightly glossy front characteristic of 1980s Topps factory sets.
Flaws to Note
Visible white chipping along the right-hand blue edge; soft bottom-right corner; minor surface scuffing on the blue border; slightly top-heavy centering.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (as part of a lot), COMC for individual sales, or local card shop bulk bins.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card; the cost of grading is significantly higher than the market value. It is best sold as part of a complete 44-card Kmart set or as part of a Denny McLain / Detroit Tigers player lot.