Carlton Fisk Baseball Card 1983 Topps No. 20 - Axiom Grade Excellent 6 to Near Mint Condition See Photos ... Includes FREE SHIPPING. Note sports memorabilia market hit $16 billion in 2023. Projections indicate it will reach $52 billion by 2032, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of nearly 14% during the forecast period (2024-2032). Here is a breakdown of this specific cards condition based on a close examination: - Centering: The front of the card is significantly off-center from left to right. The right border is substantially thinner than the left border, a common print defect for this set but a factor in grading. - Corners: The corners exhibit some wear. All four corners appear "soft" or slightly rounded, particularly the top left and bottom right. - Edges: The edges of the card show some signs of minor wear and minor "chipping," especially visible along the top and bottom borders. The white of the card stock is slightly exposed in some areas. - Surface: The surface of the card, both front and back, appears to be in good condition. The colors are vibrant and there are no major scuffs, scratches, or stains visible in the images. The back is clean and legible. Carlton Fisk, affectionately known as "Pudge," was a revered Hall of Fame catcher whose incredible durability and fiery leadership defined a remarkable 24-year career in Major League Baseball. He began his journey with the Boston Red Sox, where he was unanimously voted the 1972 AL Rookie of the Year and became an instant icon. Fisk is forever immortalized in baseball lore for his dramatic, game-winning home run in the 12th inning of Game 6 of the 1975 World Series, famously waving the ball fair as it sailed over the Green Monster. After a celebrated tenure in Boston, he continued his stellar career with the Chicago White Sox, ultimately setting what was then the record for most games played as a catcher. An 11-time All-Star, Fisk was respected for his power at the plate and his intense command of the game from behind it, earning his well-deserved induction into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 2000.