Andre Dawson’s Creek

Which Andre Dawson baseball card best represents Capeside’s star crossed heroes? I’m glad you asked. All of my life’s work has lead me to this moment!

It all starts with Dawson Leery, so here’s Andre at the start of his career in this 1978 Topps. Notice how he’s leaning in as if looking longingly out his window, wondering if true love will ever climb the ladder to his heart.

Fire in his eyes, fixing his gloves like he’s ready to throw down, this ‘81 Topps is classic Pacey Witter.

Smiling awkwardly through adversity, that’s our plucky Joey Potter on this ’83 Fleer.

A beautiful ‘87 Donruss painting hides the pain of Andre’s zero World Series appearances. Just like Jen Lindley’s striking facade hides her inner turmoil.

Check out Andre’s “I’m not buying your b.s.” look on this ‘85 Topps. That’s 100% our gruff, but lovable Grams.

Andre looks so eager posing by the batting cage in this ‘81 Donruss. But maybe he’d rather be in the outfield shagging balls then standing there trying to live up to the preconceived notions of manhood. Welcome to Jack McPhee’s world.

Glove jammed under Andre’s arm, someone mysteriously cropped out of the photo, unsure but determined look on his face. This ‘87 Donruss sums up Andie McPhee’s ability to dance through the storm.

The ’87 Topps wood panel border is so outdoorsy and rugged, just like Dawson’s dad, Mitch. (RIP)

Andre’s ‘82 Topps All Star has lots of flash on the border. Just like Joey’s wild college roommate Audrey Liddell!

This ‘89 Topps commemorates Andre’s 12th consecutive season of 10 or more HR’s and stolen bases. An impressive accomplishment equal to Ken Marino’s 10 episode performance as Professor David Wilder in season 5.

Dawson with three other loosely associated players from the bottom of a ’91 Topps wax packs box. This is just like The Creek’s short lived “spin off” Young Americans.

Agree with my picks? Let me know what you think! But do it soon, because… I don’t want to wait for our lives to be over.