The photo and composition Topps used for Gil Hodges in this set befits his future Hall of Fame stature, creating a beautiful horizontal image that stands out head and shoulders above most 1952 poses. This single features the all-black ink variation, which Topps used for some printings of their first series.

This SGC EX-NM 6 shows a strong central image, with clean borders and excellent clarity. Its front centering is a bit northwest, with a flake along one section of the image frame. Corners show light touches, within the grade, and almost everything about this card makes it a great choice for mid-grade collectors.