1978 Topps Rod Carew #580 SGC 8

This 1978 Topps card features Hall of Fame infielder Rod Carew during his legendary tenure with the Minnesota Twins. Released during the peak of his career, this card captures one of baseball's most pure hitters, who dominated the American League throughout the 1970s.

Card Details

• Year: 1978
• Set: Topps
• Card Number: 580
• Grading Company: SGC
• Grade: 8

Population Report

• Population at Grade: 22
• Population in Higher Grades: 20
• Total Graded Population: 140

Career Highlights

• Inducted into the National Baseball Hall of Fame in 1991.
• Named the American League Most Valuable Player in 1977.
• Selected as an MLB All-Star in 18 consecutive seasons from 1967 to 1984.
• Won seven American League Batting Titles, including four consecutive from 1972 to 1975.
• Played for the Minnesota Twins from 1967 to 1978 and the California Angels from 1979 to 1985.
• Honored with the Roberto Clemente Award in 1977.
• Member of the Minnesota Twins Hall of Fame and the Angels Hall of Fame.