What a card: This is Darrell Brown's second and final Topps card. After toiling in the minors with the Tigers and A's for years, he finally received playing time with the Twins in 1983 and 1984. But he was released in March 1985.
My observation on the front: Love those black bats.
More opinion from me: This is one of the few players in the 1985 set that is a relative unknown for me. I don't remember seeing him play or having his cards.
Something you might know: Brown was known for his speed, fielding ability and strong arm. He lacked power though and his hitting couldn't match his other talents.
Something you might not know: Brown helped lead Cal State-Los Angeles to the College World Series in 1977 where the Golden Eagles finished fourth in the nation. Brown still holds the college's record for at-bats in a season with 241 and is a member of the school's Hall of Fame.
My observation on the back: The stadium trivia questions continue. At least this one is not quite as obvious as the previous one.
The blog wants to speak now: The TV category is updated.
His career stats on the back of the card (minus games played) equate to about a single season of stats for a full time player. In looking at them, it's amazing how empty they are. Darrell didn't do anything but hit singles essentially. He barely had any doubles, homers, stolen bases, walks or even strike outs for his career and yet he had a lifetime .274 batting average.
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