José Fernández’s story was more than baseball. It was courage, joy, and tragedy woven into one extraordinary life. From escaping Cuba to becoming Miami’s brightest star, he burned brighter than anyone on the mound — and left behind a legacy that still echoes through the game.
This is Cardboard Credentials — the story of the heat, the hope, and the heartbreak behind the 2013 Topps #589 José Fernández rookie card.