Missed Schmidt’s Bday last week so catching up. Thought a Donruss Classic was appropriate as they kind of started the trend of adding retired players into regular card sets.

Mike Schmidt MVP

2006 Topps Triple Threads Relics, #2/9 ⭐ Mike Schmidt, HOF
The greatest third-baseman of all-time IMO.
Followed by George Brett, Brooks Robinson and further down, Eddie Mathews.
I love the colors on this patch card.

For throwback Thursday going with Mike Schmidt in one of my fav sets ‘76 Topps. Schmidt was one of the greats in the 70s and early 80s. This card in particular is what started me in the hobby so extra special.

1974 Topps #283, Mike Schmidt ⭐ 500 HR Club
This is Mike Schmidt's first solo flagship playing days card.
At this point, few suspected that he would become arguably the best third baseman of all-time and member of the 500 HR Club.
I love the 1974 Topps design, even though I like some others from the 1970s better.
Collect What You Love.❤