If you could hop into a time machine at any time in your life as a sports fan, today would be the day. Sometime on the morning of July 11, 1914—the story goes it was around 10 a.m.—George Ruth got off the train he’d been riding all night with a Baltimore Orioles employee and prepared to begin his career in Major League Baseball. “Babe” Ruth was just 19—still a babe in … [Read more...] about Babe’s Debut: 100 Years Ago Today
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A Grocery Cart, Dumpster, and a Police Officer: The Minor League Cards of Cal Ripken, Jr
You’re familiar with the numbers he’s known for. Nineteen All-Star games, two MVP awards. Over 3,000 hits and more than 400 homers. Oh, and there was the streak. On September 6, 1995, Cal broke Lou Gehrig’s consecutive game streak record. He was elected to the Baseball Hall of Fame with the third highest selection percentage in history. His rookie … [Read more...] about A Grocery Cart, Dumpster, and a Police Officer: The Minor League Cards of Cal Ripken, Jr
Your Travel Guide to the National Sports Collectors Convention
For a quick trip to Baltimore to perhaps catch an Orioles game or maybe attend an event at the convention center, like the upcoming National Sports Collectors Convention in August, knowing something about the area can help save time and money. There are many fine dining restaurants in the area but sometimes grabbing an affordable bit to eat is more convenient when on a … [Read more...] about Your Travel Guide to the National Sports Collectors Convention
National Teams Up with Orioles
The National Sports Collectors Convention has found a willing promotional partner in the Baltimore Orioles. The NSCC and Orioles are combining for a series of promotions for the National to be held at the Baltimore Convention Center, August 4-8, 2010. The 31st National opens with the traditional “Sneak Peek” on Wednesday, August 4 at 4-8 PM. Dealer and Corporate booths … [Read more...] about National Teams Up with Orioles