You could make a heroes and villains list from the eight player list that will be considered by the Baseball Hall of Fame's Contemporary Era Committee next month. You've got Albert Belle, a powerful slugger whose personality was rarely warm and fuzzy. Likewise, Barry Bonds--a generational talent with a sometimes surly disposition who may not have hit 762 … [Read more...] about McGriff Rookie Cards Could Benefit from Hall Committee’s Vote
Dale Murphy
Catch This: Young Dale Murphy’s Back-to-Back Rookie Cards
He was a catching prospect then. Just a 20-year-old kid from Portland, OR who seemed to have a little pop in his bat. Forty-five years ago today, as the Atlanta Braves played out the string of what would be four straight last place finishes in the National League West, Dale Murphy made his major league debut. After flying out in his first at-bat against the … [Read more...] about Catch This: Young Dale Murphy’s Back-to-Back Rookie Cards
Digging Dale: Youthful Murphy Memories and the Baseball Cards That Made Them Come Alive
The good guys don't always win. Let's rewind before we actually go there. Think late 1970's and early 80's. Cable TV is spreading across the country. Think a young pudgy kid who doesn't know which sport to play. Just call my mom. She'll answer the phone and tell you right away. "My son was the 'biggest' Dale Murphy fan on the planet." Actually, it was a title … [Read more...] about Digging Dale: Youthful Murphy Memories and the Baseball Cards That Made Them Come Alive
Notes: Bobby Shantz at NBCD; Winning a ’52 Mantle; Gilmore Book Signing; Funny Stories
By most accounts, hobby shops saw good traffic for Saturday's Topps National Baseball Card Day promotion. The free packs and individual promotions came on the heels of the National Sports Collectors Convention where it got an added dose of free publicity. Giving away special packs, some of which included autographed cards, is good--but Carl's Cards in … [Read more...] about Notes: Bobby Shantz at NBCD; Winning a ’52 Mantle; Gilmore Book Signing; Funny Stories
Notes: LeBron’s Impact Felt on eBay as Playoff Jersey Hits Block; NSCC Commitment; Backwards Autograph
LeBron James’ move to the Los Angeles Lakers has had fans and collectors busy doing some online shopping. Searches for LeBron-related items on eBay were four times higher on Sunday, July 1 than daily average searches in the previous 90 days. LeBron’s move to LA was a much bigger deal than when he moved from Miami back to Cleveland in 2014. Between June 30 and July 1 … [Read more...] about Notes: LeBron’s Impact Felt on eBay as Playoff Jersey Hits Block; NSCC Commitment; Backwards Autograph
In Their Own Words: Sports Stars Offer Stories With Their Autographs
Steiner Sports has struck a deal with dozens of athletes who are now providing hand-written inscriptions of their most memorable moments on images that capture them. Subjects range from Ozzie Smith, who describes how his famous backflip started, to Bob Knight, who was convinced to write about throwing a chair during a game against Purdue during his tenure at … [Read more...] about In Their Own Words: Sports Stars Offer Stories With Their Autographs
Updated: Photos, Video from 2014 National Sports Collectors Convention
Some images and video from the National Sports Collectors Convention in Cleveland, Ohio. The show runs July 30-August 3 at the I-X Center. ... Powered by Cincopa Video Streaming Hosting solution.2014 National Sports Collectors Convention Display boxes from baseball card seasons pastcameramake SAMSUNGheight 2322orientation 1camerasoftware I545VRUFNC5originaldate 7/30/2014 … [Read more...] about Updated: Photos, Video from 2014 National Sports Collectors Convention
Dale Murphy, Carlos Baerga to Sign Autographs at NSCC Show
1980's fan favorite Dale Murphy and former Cleveland Indians’ second baseman Carlos Baerga will be signing free autographs for those who purchase VIP passes at the 2014 National Sports Collectors Convention in Cleveland. The 35th National opens on Wednesday afternoon, July 30 with the exclusive VIP Reception. Open to all attendees who have purchased any of the VIP Admission … [Read more...] about Dale Murphy, Carlos Baerga to Sign Autographs at NSCC Show
Murphy Still a Collector Favorite
When Dale Murphy retired in the summer of 1993, he stepped aside as a member of what was then a newly minted Colorado Rockies franchise, missing the 400 home run milestone by just two. Consecutive National League MVP awards (1982-1983), seven All-Star game appearances, five consecutive Golden Gloves, four consecutive Silver Slugger awards, 398 career home runs, 1,266 RBIs, … [Read more...] about Murphy Still a Collector Favorite