1981 Fleer Rickey Henderson #346

How I Arrived at the Hobby Score

This card received a 75.5 overall Hobby Score.

The 1981 Fleer Rickey Henderson #346 holds a unique spot in hobby history. This was Fleer’s first full MLB-licensed set since 1963, marking its return during the early years of the baseball card boom. The card features a young Henderson in only his second full MLB season, making it a fun early-career option that predates the explosion of his stolen base records.

While not as iconic as his 1980 Topps rookie, this Fleer release still garners attention for its timing and historical significance. Print quality was inconsistent across the set, and many cards suffer from centering issues, but the nostalgic Fleer logo and its place in a transitional era of card manufacturing give it collector appeal.

As for Rickey, one of his best quirks was his legendary self-confidence. He once reportedly referred to himself in the third person during contract negotiations, asking, “Rickey’s not just a player… Rickey is the game.” That swagger made him unforgettable — and it helps elevate this lesser-known but historically notable card.