Monday, September 2, 2019

1981 Topps Doug Corbett

The front: A simple spring training headshot, though the background with the advertising, large fence, trees and light tower at least provide some visual interest.

The back: Corbett set many school pitching records while at the University of Florida. He also hit what is believed to be the longest home run in the history of Perry Field.
The player: Corbett was a lights-out reliever for the Twins in 1980 and 1981. He struggled to begin the 1982 season, so in May he and Rob Wilfong were traded to the Angels for a young outfield prospect named Tom Brunansky, a steal of a trade for the Twins. Corbett had a great 1984 but was otherwise mediocre in five seasons with the Angels.

The man: Corbett is now an autism and special needs instructor and private pitching coach in Yulee, FL.

My collection: I have fifteen of his cards, from 1981 to 1987. I would be interested in trading for 1982 Fleer Stamps #227.

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