1981 Donruss Ozzie Smith #1 SGC 9.5

The 1981 Donruss Ozzie Smith card represents a classic early-career release of one of the most spectacular defensive players in baseball history. Known as "The Wizard of Oz," Smith's acrobatic plays and defensive mastery redefined the shortstop position, making his early Donruss cards highly sought after by collectors.

This particular card has been graded a 9.5 by SGC, highlighting its exceptional preservation and eye appeal from the inaugural 1981 Donruss baseball set.

Card Details

• Year: 1981
• Set: Donruss
• Card Number: 1
• Grading Company: SGC
• Grade: 9.5

Population Report

• Population at Grade: 3
• Population in Higher Grades: 0
• Total Graded Population: 83

Career Highlights

• Played for the San Diego Padres from 1978 to 1981.
• Played for the St. Louis Cardinals from 1982 to 1996.
• Inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 2002.
• Won 13 consecutive Gold Glove Awards from 1980 to 1993.
• Selected as an All-Star in 16 different seasons.
• Won a World Series championship with the St. Louis Cardinals in 1982.
• Named the NLCS MVP in 1985.
• Holds the major league records for most career assists and most career double plays by a shortstop.