Cards That Never Were is a recurring series in which I create virtual trading cards of players missed in various sets. It is a concept I have borrowed from too many to list, but I appreciate all their efforts.
Infielder Phil Gagliano signed with the St. Louis Cardinals and began playing in their minor league sytem in 1960. Making his MLB debut in 1963, Gagliano returned to the minors for part of 1964, before returning to the majors for good. He stayed with the Cardinals until being traded to the Chicago Cubs early in the 1970 season. He was traded to the Boston Red Sox after the 1970 season and then to the Cincinnati Reds before the 1973 season. All told, he played 702 games over parts of 12 seasons. He had 336 hits for a .238 average with 14 homers, 159 RBIs and 150 runs scored. Also, his brother Ralph played several years in the Cleveland Indians system, making it to the majors in 1965.
For his efforts, Gagliano appeared on Topps cards from 1964-1974. That left a 1975 career capper missing.
When I was looking for pictures to make this card, once again, I discovered Gio at When Topps Had (Base)Balls! had already done it. Gio has created hundreds of missing cards and also some redo cards. is work is amazing. Kn owing I couldn't do it any better, I present Gio's version.
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