“I Pitched to Eddie Gaedel”
Bob Cain was a frequent signer on the autograph circuit of the ’80s and ’90s. Every item bore an inscription about the same event.
1952 Topps
Another ’52 Topps Sunset Card
Earlier this week I took a look at the Mickey Harris card inhabiting my 1952 Topps set building project, a card that depicted the pitcher in his final season. The very next card I picked up likewise portrayed a 35-year-old player at the end of his career.
Great Job! You’re Fired
Mickey Harris knew he could pitch, and would often tell others about his skills. One has to be confident when they use an unofficial All-Star appearance as an interview for their next employer.
A Little All-Star Piracy
Former (reformed?) Pirate Gus Bell was a four-time National League All-Star. It’s funny now, but he was once removed from the ASG starting lineup for having too many votes.
Lights. Camera. MAKEUP!
Sherm Lollar’s 1952 Topps baseball card would like right at home if he had been traded out of the picture for a silent film star.It’s fitting, as he came out on the good side of a comedy of errors later in the decade.
Where Do Ballplayers Come From?
No, this isn’t a story that begins with “sometimes, when one baseball fan falls in love with another baseball fan…” From early 20th Century New York baseball to the scouting of Mike Trout, the question of where players come from geographically is an interesting one.
9 Times Out of 10
That’s how often managers would be happy to see Howie Pollet taking the mound for their team. Time to have some fun with numbers.
From Ruth to Aaron
Just one player actively spanned the period between Babe Ruth’s final swing and Hank Aaron’s debut. He also managed to get in some great baseball card sets.
Rookie Card of the Most Baseball Guy Who Ever Baseballed
For proper effect, this title should be read with a half pound of tobacco planted firmly into one’s cheek.