Slugger Greg Vaughn was born in Sacramento, California and excelled on the diamond from a young age. He starred at Kennedy High School before taking his powerful bat to the University of Miami and becoming a cornerstone at ‘The U’ during his time in South Florida. Vaughn was drafted in the fourth round of the 1984 MLB Amateur draft by the Milwaukee Brewers. A four time … [Read more...] about Greg Vaughn Talks Rookie Cards, Penmanship, Home Run Ball Collection
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Whether Breaking Boxes or Stacking Slabs, Royals Pitcher Daniel Tillo is an Avid Collector
It's been a challenging couple of years for Kansas City Royals pitching prospect Daniel Tillo. No minor league season in 2020 meant no baseball. Then Tommy John surgery. He's finally on track to return and maybe make his big league debut soon, but collectors have already gotten to know the Iowa native. He's an avid collector and box breaker. At Sioux … [Read more...] about Whether Breaking Boxes or Stacking Slabs, Royals Pitcher Daniel Tillo is an Avid Collector
Basketball Lifer Larry Krystkowiak Enjoys Collecting, Coaching, Memories
Missoula, Montana native Larry Krystkowiak was a star basketball player at Big Sky High School during his formative years. A power forward, he's still the all-time leading scorer and rebounder at the University of Montana 35 years after his last game. He stands as the only player to be named Big Sky Conference MVP three times. His jersey hangs in the rafters of the … [Read more...] about Basketball Lifer Larry Krystkowiak Enjoys Collecting, Coaching, Memories
Nick Anderson Q&A: Rookie Cards, Amazing Sneaker Collection and Guarding Jordan
Chicago, Illinois born and raised, Nick Anderson was a standout on the hardwood from a very early age. The shooting guard/small forward was named Illinois Mr. Basketball after leading Simeon Career Academy to the city championship and USA Today national ranking in 1986. The McDonald’s All-American continued to live up to the Mr. Basketball accolade as he starred collegiately … [Read more...] about Nick Anderson Q&A: Rookie Cards, Amazing Sneaker Collection and Guarding Jordan
Don Slaught Q&A: Competing Against Michael Jordan, Autographed Baseball Collection, Johnny Bench Fandom
Long Beach, California native Don Slaught starred on the diamond at El Camino College and eventually took his catchers gear to UCLA. He was named an academic All American in 1979. That very same year, he hit .428, which was a single season UCLA record that stood for over 20 years. Slaught was drafted by the Kansas City Royals in the seventh round of the 1980 MLB … [Read more...] about Don Slaught Q&A: Competing Against Michael Jordan, Autographed Baseball Collection, Johnny Bench Fandom
Cris Dishman Q&A: Collecting Cards as a Kid, Raiders Fandom and Signing Autographs at Astrodome
Louisville, Kentucky’s Cris Dishman was a standout wide receiver at St. Francis DeSales High school. The former wideout was a two time Kentucky All-State team member. Dishman played collegiately at Purdue University, where he was transitioned to the defensive side of the ball, becoming a member of the All-Big Ten Team in 1987. He also laced up the track spikes and ran the … [Read more...] about Cris Dishman Q&A: Collecting Cards as a Kid, Raiders Fandom and Signing Autographs at Astrodome
Card Back Q&A: Kevin Mench Talks Hat Size, Mike Schmidt, Grandfather’s Influence
As we showed you last week in our conversation with former big league slugger Kevin Mench, he has quite the memorabilia room. The power-hitting Mench spent 2002-2010 in the major leagues and also played in Japan for a year. He once belted a home run in seven consecutive games. In the latest edition of Card Back Q&A, we chatted about the baseball cards he was … [Read more...] about Card Back Q&A: Kevin Mench Talks Hat Size, Mike Schmidt, Grandfather’s Influence
Kevin Mench Q&A: Phillies Fandom, Memorable Fans and Memorabilia Collection
The Wilmington, Delaware born Kevin Mench had an outstanding high school career at The Independence School and St. Mark’s High School in Delaware. Mench stayed in state and attended the University of Delaware. He led the Blue Hens to NCAA Tournament appearances in both 1998 and 1999. In 1998, the slugger led the nation with 33 homers, drove in 72 runs and was named the … [Read more...] about Kevin Mench Q&A: Phillies Fandom, Memorable Fans and Memorabilia Collection
Ricky Pierce Q&A: Signing Autographs in High School, Massive Television Room, Finishing Games
Ricky Pierce was a high school basketball standout at Garland High School in Garland, Texas. After finishing high school, he went to Walla Walla Community College before eventually transferring to Rice University in 1979. The sharpshooter was drafted in the first round of the 1982 NBA Draft by the Detroit Pistons. After not seeing much playing time as a rookie, the 6'4 … [Read more...] about Ricky Pierce Q&A: Signing Autographs in High School, Massive Television Room, Finishing Games
Pat Clougherty Q&A: Topps Traded RC, Team USA and Pulling Own Card from Value Pack
Winston-Salem, North Carolina native Pat Clougherty was a standout at North Carolina State University. Clougherty was a first team All-America pick by the College Baseball Writers Association after his junior season in 1993 when he captured the N.C. State Triple Crown, slugging over 20 HRs, driving in 80 plus runs and hitting at a near .400 clip. He was selected to represent … [Read more...] about Pat Clougherty Q&A: Topps Traded RC, Team USA and Pulling Own Card from Value Pack