Joe Adcock: Architecture, Protection, 336 Home Runs That Counted and One That Didn’t
Tracking down the skyscraper randomly adorning the background of this 1952 high number.
1952 Topps
White Sox Pitcher Luis Aloma Founded a Cultural Institution
Aloma founded one of the most famed nightclubs of the era, providing a home away from home for an entire generation.
Joe Rossi Finally Makes It
A high number gets added to the collection, featuring a player with more minor league hits than Pete Incaviglia got in the majors.
The Team Owner/League Official/Congressman in 1952 Topps
The most famous Mexican player prior to the arrival of Fernando Valenzuela.
This Isn’t About Bob Kuzava, It’s About A Guy Named Miller
I connected with a hobby legend over this card.
They Don’t Make ERA Titles Like They Used To
The intricacies of how pitchers qualify for statistical leadership awards can sometimes produce illogical results.
The Best Pitcher Appearing in the 1952 Topps Set
I’m just as surprised as you are, but Robin Roberts ends up as my highest ranked pitcher among all who appear in the ’52 Topps set.
1952 Topps: Johnny Sain
This pitcher posted a better batting average than Ted Williams in 1947. Move over Shohei Ohtani.
’52 Topps: Bob Rush
The subject of a comical Norman Rockwell painting became the Cubs’ best pitcher for a decade.