Description
1971 O-Pee-Chee
Ty Cline 1970 NL Playoffs Game 1 #199 Cincinnati Reds (VG-EX 4)
The "Triple" That Started It All
Own a piece of Postseason history with this vintage 1971 O-Pee-Chee #199 baseball card. This card captures the dramatic turning point of Game 1 in the 1970 National League Playoffs between the Cincinnati Reds and the Pittsburgh Pirates. In a tense 10th-inning battle, pinch-hitter Ty Cline delivered a legendary triple that ultimately decided the game, setting the tone for the Reds' sweep of the series.
Own a piece of Postseason history with this vintage 1971 O-Pee-Chee #199 baseball card. This card captures the dramatic turning point of Game 1 in the 1970 National League Playoffs between the Cincinnati Reds and the Pittsburgh Pirates. In a tense 10th-inning battle, pinch-hitter Ty Cline delivered a legendary triple that ultimately decided the game, setting the tone for the Reds' sweep of the series.
Card History & Player Achievements
This card is part of the iconic 1971 set, famous for its high-contrast black borders that make high-grade examples incredibly elusive. As a Canadian O-Pee-Chee (OPC) release, it features a bilingual back with both English and French text, making it a sought-after variation for serious set builders. The back provides a full box score of the game, listing Hall of Famers like Pete Rose, Johnny Bench, Tony Perez, Roberto Clemente, and Willie Stargell. Ty Cline, a reliable utility man, etched his name in Reds lore with this clutch performance, helping the "Big Red Machine" reach the 1970 World Series.
This card is part of the iconic 1971 set, famous for its high-contrast black borders that make high-grade examples incredibly elusive. As a Canadian O-Pee-Chee (OPC) release, it features a bilingual back with both English and French text, making it a sought-after variation for serious set builders. The back provides a full box score of the game, listing Hall of Famers like Pete Rose, Johnny Bench, Tony Perez, Roberto Clemente, and Willie Stargell. Ty Cline, a reliable utility man, etched his name in Reds lore with this clutch performance, helping the "Big Red Machine" reach the 1970 World Series.
Condition Report
- Corners: The corners show moderate rounding consistent with a vintage mid-grade card. There is visible "chipping" to the black ink at the tips, which is standard for this sensitive 1971 stock.
- Edges: The edges show typical light wear and minor chipping along the black borders. The top edge on the front shows slightly more prominent wear than the sides.
- Centering: The card is reasonably well-centered for the 1971 OPC set, appearing approximately 65/35 top-to-bottom and 60/40 side-to-side on the front.
- Surface & Back: The front surface retains good color. The O-Pee-Chee bilingual back is clean with no major staining, though it shows the characteristic "rough cut" typical of Canadian factory production.
Grade Estimate:
VG-EX 4. While the borders show the expected wear for this issue, the card maintains strong eye appeal and a clean back, free of the common gum stains or creases often found in this set.
VG-EX 4. While the borders show the expected wear for this issue, the card maintains strong eye appeal and a clean back, free of the common gum stains or creases often found in this set.
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