While not one of the major card manufacturers like Topps or Donruss, Leaf was still an influential baseball card company in the early 1990s. Their 1992 set had some true rookie gems and star veterans that still hold value today. Let’s take an in-depth look at some of the best 1992 Leaf baseball cards.

Jeff Bagwell – One of the top rookie cards from 1992 Leaf is Astros first baseman Jeff Bagwell. Bagwell went on to have a stellar 15-year career that included an MVP award in 1994 and over 400 home runs. His rookie card remains one of the most sought after from the early ’90s. High grade PSA 10 versions routinely sell for well over $1000. Even in PSA 8 condition expect to pay a few hundred for this premier rookie.

Derek Jeter – Arguably the biggest star of the 1990s was Yankees shortstop Derek Jeter. His leaf rookie from 1992 is near the top of most want lists for collectors. Like Bagwell, high end PSA 10 Jeter rookies sell for thousands. Even in lower PSA 8 condition, a Jeter rookie will set you back a few bills. This is truly a cornerstone rookie card for any collection and one of the best produced by Leaf in 1992.

Frank Thomas – “The Big Hurt” burst onto the scene in 1990 and was already an established star by 1992. Thomas would go on to have a Hall of Fame worthy career with over 500 home runs. His base Leaf card still holds great value, routinely selling for $50-75 even in played condition. High grade versions can reach well over $100. For Thomas collectors, this is a must have from one of his early seasons before joining the White Sox.

Ken Griffey Jr. – While most associate Griffey’s rookie card with 1989 Upper Deck, Leaf also featured his first card in 1992. It’s more affordable than the Ultra-rare Upper Deck issue but still captures “Junior” in his early Seattle Mariners days. Near mint PSA 9 versions can usually be found for $75-100. A true Griffey PC addition for those not able to afford the Ultra-rare ’89 Upper Deck RC.

Barry Bonds – Even before breaking the all-time home run record, Bonds was one of the game’s most feared power hitters throughout the 1990s. His 1992 Leaf card does a good job memorializing “Bam Bam” in his Pirates days before leaving for San Francisco. Expect to pay $20-40 depending on condition for this power-hitting star’s card from a terrific year in baseball history.

Tom Glavine – The smooth lefty was already establishing himself as an ace by 1992 with Atlanta. Glavine would go on to win 305 career games and 2 Cy Young awards. His base Leaf card remains affordable even in high grades. Near mint PSA 9 versions can usually be found for under $25. A bargain Hall of Famer card for any collection.

Greg Maddux – Like Glavine, Maddux was in his early years with the Cubs in 1992 but already demonstrating his impeccable control and mastery on the mound. He would rack up 355 wins and 4 Cy Youngs in a future Hall of Fame career. Even in low-end condition, his 1992 Leaf sells for around $10-15. In high grades it jumps to $40-60 range.

Roberto Alomar – Arguably the best second baseman of the 1990s, Alomar was a 10x All-Star and 10x Gold Glover during his career. His 1992 Leaf shows him in his early days with the Padres. PSA 9 copies usually sell between $15-25. For those who love collecting the great middle infielders, this is a bargain Alomar card.

Roger Clemens – Already a superstar by 1992 with multiple Cy Youngs, Clemens’ dominance is immortalized on his Leaf card. While not his most expensive issue from the early ’90s, it remains iconic representing “The Rocket” in a Red Sox uniform. Expect to pay $10-20 depending on condition for this power pitching legend.

While not as iconic as the sets produced by Topps, Donruss or Upper Deck, Leaf’s 1992 release had some true rookie and star gems. Names like Bagwell, Jeter, Thomas, Griffey Jr., Bonds, Glavine and Maddux make for investment-worthy cards today from one of the more underrated series of the early ’90s boom. For the prices listed, collectors would be hard-pressed to find a better value per dollar in capturing stars from that exciting baseball year.