1973 is a tough one for this series, not because the backgrounds aren't rich enough, but because they are so rich, arguably the greatest background set ever, so the backgrounds have already been examined in great detail by others. Case in point is this typically great shot of Bill Freehan attempting to tag the Yankees' Celerino Sanchez. 1973 Topps Photography did the research and determined that Sanchez was out. When Topps Had Balls noticed the cop grabbing the kid in the front row.
As someone who sits high in the grandstand rather than down at field level during the game, what struck me was how many of the people in the stands had to move to see the play. Some people were standing and some weren't, but check out the boy leaning into the aisle. He had to sit behind an adult the whole game and probably watched the whole time over that guy's shoulder.
Well, That Snuck Up On Me
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I wonder how many fans in the stands recognize themselves on cards. I notice some football cards where some cheerleaders are easily recognize able.
ReplyDeleteWhat a great card!
ReplyDeleteNice to see a bunch of fans watching the game... instead of staring at their cell phones.
ReplyDeleteAgreed.
DeleteThe background is interesting. Most of the adults are wearing a collared shirt. You dont see that anymore. Even the two cops are engaged with the play.
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