1976 Topps Major League Leading Firemen #194 Al Hrabosky / Rich Gossage
Al Hrabosky and Rich "Goose" Gossage · Topps · Leader Card / Base / Hall of Famer
Player
Al Hrabosky and Rich "Goose" Gossage
Set
1976 Topps Base Set
Year
1976
Card #
#194
Condition Grade
PSA 5 (EX) - Centering is slightly heavy to the right. The top-right corner shows visible rounding and delamination. Edges show minor chipping common for 1976 stock.
Category
Leader Card / Base / Hall of Famer
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Moderate - Subject of interest primarily for White Sox collectors, Goose Gossage fans, or hobbyists completing the 1976 Topps set.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$2.00 - $5.00
Graded Value
PSA 5: $10-15; PSA 6: $20-25; PSA 7: $45-55
Comparable Sales
Recent eBay sales for raw copies in similar EX condition range from $2 to $4 plus shipping. PSA 7 copies generally sell for $40-$60, but the grading cost currently exceeds the value added for this specific specimen.
Description
A classic 1976 Topps horizontal leader card celebrating the 'Leading Firemen' (top relief pitchers) of 1975. The left side features 'The Mad Hungarian' Al Hrabosky in his St. Louis Cardinals gear, while the right side features Hall of Famer Rich 'Goose' Gossage in his Chicago White Sox uniform. Both players are credited with 35 points in their respective leagues.
Key Features
Includes Hall of Fame closer Rich Gossage. Part of a subset of leader cards that are popular with set builders. Iconic 1970s mustaches and team uniforms from the era.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence. The cardboard stock has the correct gray-back composition for 1976. The ink patterns and halftone dots in the player photos are consistent with vintage lithographic printing. This specific card is rarely counterfeited due to its relatively low market value.
Flaws to Note
Softness and dinging on the top-right and bottom-left corners. The horizontal centering is shifted towards the right border. Surface appears clean but edges show 'stock fuzz' characteristic of 70s Topps issues.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
Best suited for eBay as a fixed-price 'Buy It Now' or COMC. It is not currently high-enough value to justify major auction house placement or professional grading unless aiming for a collection completion.
Selling Tips
Highlight the 'Hall of Famer' status of Goose Gossage in the title. Ship in a penny sleeve and top loader. For a card in this mid-grade condition, use high-resolution scans to show the corner wear clearly to avoid returns.