A colorful baseball personality, a classic Topps portrait, and a collectible from the final chapter of a memorable playing career.
Explore a piece of baseball history with this 1961 Topps Billy Martin #89 trading card, featuring the former New York Yankees infielder as a member of the Milwaukee Braves.
The card presents a close-up portrait of Martin in his baseball uniform against a softly blurred stadium background. A cream-colored border frames the photograph, while a red-and-yellow nameplate identifies Billy Martin and the Milwaukee Braves.
Produced during Martin's final Major League playing season, this vintage card captures a transitional moment in the career of a man who would later become one of baseball's most recognizable managers.
About Billy Martin
Billy Martin began his Major League career with the New York Yankees in 1950, becoming known for his aggressive playing style, competitive personality, and contributions to the team's championship success.
He played an important role in the Yankees' 1950s dynasty, earning a reputation as a spirited infielder and a determined postseason performer. He was named the Most Valuable Player of the 1953 World Series.
After leaving New York, Martin played for several teams, including the Kansas City Athletics, Detroit Tigers, Cleveland Indians, Cincinnati Reds, Milwaukee Braves, and Minnesota Twins.
Following his playing career, Martin became a successful and often controversial Major League manager. He led the Yankees to the 1977 World Series championship and became especially well known for his turbulent relationship with team owner George Steinbrenner.
About 1961 Topps Baseball
The 1961 Topps Baseball collection features the clean portrait photography, colorful player identification, and detailed statistical reverses associated with mid-century baseball cards.
The set includes stars, emerging players, and established veterans from an important era in Major League history.
This Billy Martin #89 card belongs to the standard base set and identifies him with the Milwaukee Braves, reflecting his movement between teams near the end of his playing career.
Card Details
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Player: Billy Martin
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Team: Milwaukee Braves
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Year: 1961
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Manufacturer: Topps
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Set: Topps Baseball
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Card Number: 89
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Position: Second Base
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Card Type: Vintage Base Card
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Sport: Baseball / MLB
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Condition: Ungraded; visible age-related wear
Condition & Photography
This is an ungraded 1961 Topps baseball trading card, photographed in a protective holder.
The photographs show a clearly recognizable portrait and legible printed information, with visible age-related wear along portions of the border and corners. Some surface and edge imperfections may also be present.
Please review all photographs carefully to evaluate the corners, edges, surface, centering, and reverse. No professional numerical condition grade is represented or guaranteed.
An appealing addition to a Billy Martin collection, a Milwaukee Braves assortment, or a collection of vintage Topps baseball cards.
You will receive the exact card pictured.