Card Corner: The Mad Hungarian

Although there is a bit too much blue in this photograph, AL Hrabosky’s 1980 Topps card ranks as one of the most iconic for its ability to capture a player at a most appropriate moment. With his shoulders hunched forward and his facial expression bordering on an animal ferocity, Hrabosky is seen on the verge of thrusting the ball into his glove as he stomps his feet on the mound in anticipation of delivering his next pitch to an astounded hitter.

The Hardball Times