We’ll Never See Another…Never Mind
Nolan Ryan’s retirement came at the same time as the emergence of a nearly identical pitcher.
1993 Finest Refractors
Lucky Number 27
How is Bob Welch assigned card #151 in the ’93 Finest checklist? He should be card #27. That number, after all, is one that appears several times in his career.
Promising Pitcher and Low-Key Car Connoisseur Erik Hanson
High performance and the occasional physical breakdown. Whether one is talking about a BMW 8-Series or pitcher Erik Hanson the combination is worth it.
A Pitcher with a Perfect Game in Retirement
In keeping with the recent unexpected bowling theme, I take a look at professional bowler John Burkett. Baseball fans probably know him as a key pitcher with the Giants and Red Sox.
Did You Know Tom Candiotti is a Hall of Famer?
“Hall of Famer Tom Candiotti,” is an interesting way to introduce the longtime knuckleballer.
’93 Finest: The Rickey Card
There’s no one like the Man of Steal. Rickey Henderson has way too many unique stats to list, but that doesn’t stop me from identifying my favorite.
Vote Early and Vote Often for Jose Rijo
Today is Election Day! After you go out and vote, take a moment to remember how Jose Rijo returned to the majors AFTER the writers’ association took stock of him in their annual Hall of Fame balloting.
62 Homeruns with Only 50 Walks
Pitchers chose to directly challenge a guy hitting homeruns at the same pace as Babe Ruth and Roger Maris rather than walk him.
The Face of Rookie Mania
The 1980s brought about several shifts in the collecting landscape. One of those was the rise of rookie cards as a specific object of hobby demand. Several names went on to dominate the price guides as demand continued for their cardboard. Others quickly fell by the wayside with perhaps none other more famous than Gregg Jefferies.