Manufacturer: Topps
Set: 1988 Topps Baseball ➡️
Player Name: Tom Pagnozzi
Position/Team: Catcher for Cardinals
Card #: 689
Card Size: 2-1/2” x 3-1/2”
Card Value Snapshot: Raw/Ungraded: $1 | Grade 10: $160
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Selected in the 8th round of the 1983 MLB Draft out of the University of Arkansas by the St. Louis Cardinals, Tom Pagnozzi was one of the premier defensive backstops of the 1990s.
A fierce competitor with exceptional game-calling abilities, elite blocking technique, and a powerful throwing arm, “Pags” spent his entire 12-year Major League career (1987–1998) in St. Louis. He anchored the Cardinals behind the plate across two distinct eras—serving as Tony Peña’s primary backup on the 1987 pennant winners before taking over as the full-time starter under Whitey Herzog and Joe Torre.
Pagnozzi earned respect around the National League for his iron-clad defense and clutch hitting from the bottom half of the order.
3x Gold Glove Award Winner: Established himself as the NL’s premier defensive catcher, sweeping three Rawlings Gold Glove Awards (1991, 1992, 1994).
1992 All-Star Breakthrough: Turned in his best overall individual season in 1992, batting .269 with 7 home runs and 44 RBIs while throwing out 42% of base stealers to earn his sole NL All-Star selection.
1991 Power Surge: Posted career highs across the board offensively in 1991, launching 10 home runs with 24 doubles and 57 RBIs while posting a stellar .995 fielding percentage.
Pitcher’s Best Friend: Known for handling elite pitching staffs, Pagnozzi was the primary catcher for Bob Tewksbury, Todd Worrell, Lee Smith, and Andy Benes.
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Pricing Data For This Rookie Card
Tracking the current market value for the 1988 Topps Tom Pagnozzi Card #689. Below, find updated pricing data for ungraded (raw) copies, as well as verified PSA graded sales trends collected from secondary marketplaces.
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Raw/Ungraded: $1
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Grade 8: $20
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Grade 9: $25
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Grade 10: $160
Data Updated: September 2026
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