1981 Topps Ed Farmer

The front: Classic spring training pose. The big question is – is there a ball in Farmer’s glove, or just his empty hand?

 

The back: Farmer’s three seasons with the White Sox were his only three seasons with double-digit save totals.

The player: A journeyman reliever, Farmer pitched for eight teams in 11 seasons. In 370 games, mostly in relief, he went 30-43 with 75 saves and a 4.28 ERA.

 

The man: Farmer, who has been a White Sox announcer for the last 26 years, has had a lifelong battle with kidney disease, almost dying on multiple occasions.

 

My collection: I have 14 of his cards, from 1972 to 1983. I would be interested in trading for 1973 Topps #272.