On June 4, 1986, a tall and wiry rookie from Riverside California, stepped to the plate for the Pittsburgh Pirates vs. the Atlanta Braves. Batting leadoff, this 21-year-old outfield phenom planted a fifth inning offering by Craig McMurtry into the left field seats at old Fulton County Stadium. Barry Bonds’ solo home run that day was the first of his career. It was also part … [Read more...] about Is Barry Bonds Destined to be Sports Pariah?
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Roger Maris Cards…Why They Still Matter
Baseball, perhaps more so than any other sport, is a game of numbers. Any self-respecting baseball fan knows, without hesitation, the numbers 56, 511, 755 and .367, and what they represent. Another number, 61, will always be associated with Roger Maris. Coming at a time when millions of kids outside the home team's market knew of players only through newspapers, magazines and … [Read more...] about Roger Maris Cards…Why They Still Matter
Topps USA Baseball Boxed Set Review
By Rich Klein Ever since the "rookie card phenomenon" began in earnest in the early 1980's, collectors have been looking for a way to get early cards from major manufacturers. The first set I can remember that featured a tribute to members of US national baseball teams was the 1985 Topps set which honored those members of the Olympic Gold Medal winning baseball team that had … [Read more...] about Topps USA Baseball Boxed Set Review
PSA Grades Autographs for New Packaged Product
PSA/DNA Authentication Services has certified more than 9,000 signatures for a new baseball memorabilia product now hitting shelves. Historic Autographs 2010 Hall of Fame and All-Star Edition will feature a total of 846 different past and present major league baseball players, represented with cut signatures encapsulated in PSA/DNA holders and packaged three-to-a-box by … [Read more...] about PSA Grades Autographs for New Packaged Product
Signed Robinson Day Jerseys On Block
Before heading onto the field wearing their own #42 jerseys, members of each Major League Baseball team autographed replica jerseys last month during Jackie Robinson Day. Those shirts are now being sold at auction to benefit the Jackie Robinson Foundation. The auction went online last week and closes this Sunday, when MLB teams will do their part again by putting pink … [Read more...] about Signed Robinson Day Jerseys On Block
The “New Tiger”? Woods Signs More Autographs
It's the great equalizer. Several years ago, the European Ryder Cup team signed autographs and chatted up American fans, winning them over after the U.S. stars were less than accommodating. Mark McGwire is attempting to win back some of his old supporters by grabbing anything fans toss his way. Now, it may be Tiger Woods' turn. The disgraced golfer is back on the … [Read more...] about The “New Tiger”? Woods Signs More Autographs
Blog: McGwire Took Care of Teammates, Colleagues
Some interesting comments from J.D. Drew, whose first game in the Major Leagues was the night Mark McGwire hit his 62nd home run in 1998. Drew hit behind McGwire and was usually the guy celebrating with him when the now steroid-clouded slugger crossed the plate. In an interview with ESPN.com, Drew came away impressed at how McGwire took what were thought at the time to be … [Read more...] about Blog: McGwire Took Care of Teammates, Colleagues
Fan Gave Home Run Ball Back; Earned Scholarship
The best thing to come out of Mark McGwire's controversial chase of Roger Maris 11 seasons ago? A guy who turned one of those historic baseballs into a career as a doctor. … [Read more...] about Fan Gave Home Run Ball Back; Earned Scholarship
Babe Ruth Rookie Card Pacing Auction
The latest Babe Ruth rookie card to hit the market is drawing bidders not shy about chasing one of the hobby's icons. … [Read more...] about Babe Ruth Rookie Card Pacing Auction