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1981 - 2001
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This card received a 87.5 overall Hobby Score.
The 1982 Topps Traded Cal Ripken Jr. #98T rookie card is widely considered the definitive rookie of the Iron Man. Unlike the standard 1982 Topps release, which features Ripken on a multi-player card with Bob Bonner and Jeff Schneider, the Topps Traded version gives Ripken a solo spotlight—something collectors strongly prefer.
Released only in boxed sets and not in traditional wax packs, the Traded set had more controlled distribution, which helped many copies survive in better condition. Still, centering issues and chipping along the red borders make high-grade versions a bit more challenging to find.
Ripken’s place in baseball history is cemented by his legendary consecutive games streak (2,632), two AL MVP awards, and a career that redefined the shortstop position. The 1982 Topps Traded rookie carries tremendous historical weight—not only as the best Ripken rookie option but also as one of the
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