Unique Trading Card Celebrates NFL Hall of Famer Drafted by Royals
A distinctive baseball card will soon connect a legendary Hall of Fame quarterback to the Kansas City Royals. Sports card manufacturer Topps has unveiled a unique 1-of-1 Superfractor autograph card featuring Dan Marino. This special card celebrates Marino’s rare status as a fourth-round draft pick by the Royals in the 1979 MLB Draft.
Dan Marino: From Baseball to Football Star
Dan Marino was selected by the Kansas City Royals after a standout high school career at Central Catholic High School in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Despite being drafted, Marino pivoted toward football. He enrolled at the University of Pittsburgh, where he honed his skills and later entered the NFL.
In 1983, after a successful college career, Marino was selected as the 27th overall pick in the first round of the NFL Draft. His journey from a baseball prospect to an NFL legend highlights his exceptional athletic ability.
Collector’s Item: The Unique Baseball Card
- Card Type: 1-of-1 Superfractor autograph card
- Player: Dan Marino
- Initial Draft: Kansas City Royals, 1979 MLB Draft
- College: University of Pittsburgh
- NFL Draft Year: 1983
- Overall Pick: 27th in the first round
Marino is not alone in his baseball connections. Other prominent quarterbacks like Tom Brady, John Elway, and Russell Wilson were also drafted in MLB history. However, details regarding the acquisition of the limited-edition Marino card remain unclear.
This commemorative card represents a fascinating crossroad in sports history, linking the worlds of baseball and football through one of the greatest quarterbacks of all time.
