# 1990 Upper Deck Pat Tabler #142

> The 1990 Upper Deck Pat Tabler #142 card captures the Kansas City Royals veteran during the early Upper Deck era. A solid addition for team collectors and 1990s baseball enthusiasts.

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## Identity

- **Year**: 1990
- **Manufacturer brand**: Upper Deck
- **Featured**: Pat Tabler
- **Card number**: #142
- **Product type**: SPORTS_CARD

## Description

The 1990 Upper Deck Pat Tabler #142 represents a key entry point into early 1990s baseball card collecting. Upper Deck's 1990 release established the brand as a premium alternative to traditional cardstock, featuring crisp photography and quality printing that set a new standard for the hobby. Pat Tabler, a reliable veteran infielder for the Kansas City Royals, appears in this mid-series card that appeals to both team collectors and those building complete 1990 Upper Deck sets. The card's design reflects the clean, modern aesthetic Upper Deck brought to the market during this transitional period in baseball card production. Collectors seeking 1990 Upper Deck base set completions, Kansas City Royals team sets, or vintage early-1990s baseball cards often pursue copies of this card across various grades. SuperCatch provides access to multiple listings of the 1990 Upper Deck Pat Tabler #142, allowing collectors to find examples suited to their collecting goals and budget.

## FAQ

### What makes 1990 Upper Deck special among baseball cards?

1990 Upper Deck introduced premium cardstock and photographic quality that elevated the hobby standard. The brand's investment in production quality made it a collector favorite and helped drive the modern baseball card boom of the early 1990s.

### Should I collect complete 1990 Upper Deck sets?

Complete set collecting remains popular among enthusiasts of the era. Building a full 1990 Upper Deck set offers a comprehensive snapshot of that baseball season and provides a focused collecting goal that many find rewarding.

### How do I value a 1990 Upper Deck Pat Tabler #142?

Value depends on condition, centering, and corner/edge quality. Comparable sales of graded and raw copies help establish fair market price. SuperCatch listings show current market activity for this card across multiple condition levels.

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