Dwight Gooden 1985 Topps Baseball #3

• Price Band: The PSA 10 graded version of the card generally ranges from $175 to $300, while the ungraded version typically fluctuates between $1 and $3, with a few notable spikes.
• Notable Highs and Lows: The graded card saw a high of $400 on 1/14/25, significantly above the typical range, and a low of $165 on 12/27/24. The Ungraded card had a high of $14.50 on 11/27/24, and a low of $0.82 on 6/20/24.
• Recent Price Trend: The graded card price has been relatively stable in the low $200 range recently. The ungraded card has been highly variable, with a general trend downward towards the lower end of its price band in recent weeks.
• Sentiment: The market sentiment appears mixed due to the inconsistent movements within both graded and ungraded markets. While some sales indicate strong demand, this is not consistently reflected. Recent graded sales suggest some potential stabilization in the low $200s. Ungraded prices have cooled off significantly and are now generally trading at a lower level.

Player Details: Dwight Gooden, nicknamed "Dr. K" and "Doc," is a former Major League Baseball pitcher who played from 1984 to 2000. Gooden burst onto the scene with the New York Mets in 1984, winning the National League Rookie of the Year award. In 1985, he had one of the most dominant seasons in baseball history, winning the Cy Young Award with a 24-4 record, a 1.53 ERA, and 268 strikeouts. Gooden helped the Mets win the World Series in 1986. However, his career was derailed by substance abuse issues, which led to suspensions and inconsistent performance. Despite his personal struggles, Gooden remains a popular figure among baseball fans, particularly those who remember his early success with the Mets.