Billy Wagner

Description

Billy Wagner’s tenure with the Houston Astros began to gain significant momentum in the late 1990s, and the 1997 Score #32 card documents this pivotal era in his career. As one of the most iconic designs in sports card history, the Score brand utilized a clean, white border layout that placed the player’s photograph front and center, allowing Wagner’s intense focus on the mound to stand out. This issue highlights a young reliever who would go on to become one of the most feared closers in baseball history. While Wagner is perhaps best known for his later years in Atlanta, his time in Houston represents a critical chapter in his development. The #32 card serves as a tangible link to that period, appealing to both Astros memorabilia hunters and Wagner completists., you can explore a diverse selection of these cards, ranging from raw examples to professionally graded slabs, depending on your collecting goals. Whether you are building a team set or investing in high-grade examples, this card remains a staple for fans of late-90s baseball memorabilia. ## Sources - https://www.beckett.com/profiles/players/billy-wagner - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/1997_Score_Baseball - https://www.houstonastros.com/history/players/billy-wagner

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