A Detroit Tigers favorite, a classic early Donruss design, and a piece of 1980s baseball history.
Add a vintage baseball collectible to your collection with this 1981 Donruss Lou Whitaker #365, featuring the longtime Detroit Tigers second baseman.
The card captures Whitaker in his white Tigers uniform, seated near the dugout with rows of red stadium seats behind him. A bold blue border frames the photograph, while bright yellow Tigers lettering and a clean player nameplate give the card its recognizable early Donruss appearance.
Produced during the first year of Donruss's modern baseball-card line, this collectible offers a nostalgic look at one of Detroit's most accomplished players.
About Lou Whitaker
Lou Whitaker made his Major League debut with the Detroit Tigers in 1977 and spent his entire 19-season career with the franchise.
Nicknamed "Sweet Lou," Whitaker earned American League Rookie of the Year honors in 1978 and became known for his dependable defense, consistent hitting, and outstanding partnership with shortstop Alan Trammell.
A five-time All-Star, Whitaker earned three Gold Glove Awards and four Silver Slugger Awards.
He played an important role in Detroit's memorable 1984 World Series championship season, helping the Tigers capture their first title since 1968.
About 1981 Donruss Baseball
The 1981 Donruss Baseball collection marked the company's entry into the modern baseball trading-card market, joining Topps and Fleer during a significant expansion of the hobby.
The set features straightforward player photography, colorful team identifiers, and statistical information on the reverse.
This Lou Whitaker #365 card reflects the simple, recognizable design of Donruss's inaugural baseball release.
Card Details
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Player: Lou Whitaker
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Team: Detroit Tigers
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Year: 1981
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Manufacturer: Donruss
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Set: Donruss Baseball
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Card Number: 365
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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
Condition & Photography
This is an original, ungraded 1981 Donruss baseball trading card, photographed in a protective holder.
The photographs show a clearly recognizable player portrait, colorful printed borders, and legible information on the reverse. Minor age-related or handling imperfections may 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 Lou Whitaker collection, a Detroit Tigers assortment, or a collection of early Donruss baseball cards.
You will receive the exact card pictured.