1981 Topps Broderick Perkins

 

The front: Perkins is all smiles before a game at Shea Stadium.

The back: Perkins rarely got off the bench in high school (Pittsburg, CA) but got a chance at Diablo Valley College and excelled.

The player: Perkins played parts of seven seasons for the Padres and Indians, from 1978 to 1984. In 516 games he hit .271 with 8 HR and 157 RBI.

The man: After his playing career he had a long career in the San Diego Fire Department, retiring as a captain. In 2020 he was one of several male firefighters implicated in sexually harassing a female firefighter, leading to a $525,000 payout by the city.

My collection: I have 17 of his cards, from 1979 to 1985. I would be interested in trading for 1982 Fleer Stamps #103.