1981 terry kennedy

terry kennedy was part of the rollie fingers trade between the padres and the cardinals in december of 1980. here is his 1981 o-pee-chee card:

here's the topps front:

now the o-pee-chee back:

and the topps back:

kennedy, who instantly became the padres' starting catcher for the next six seasons, was named to the all-star team in 1981.  he grounded out in his only appearance in the midsummer classic, but hit .301 for the pads during the season.  in 1982, kennedy busted out with 21 home runs and 97 rbi, finishing 14th in the league mvp voting.

voici à vous, 1981 terry kennedy!