Detroit Can Get a Little Rough
Be careful attending sporting events in Detroit. The action on the field sometimes spills into the stands.
Set Collecting
Ferris Fain in ’52 Topps
What if Billy Martin had an alter ego that was a fantastic hitter? That would be the alliteratively named Ferris Fain. And boy, could this guy beat opposing pitchers.
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.
It’s Hard to Hit a Zinkerball
Throwing a sinkerball with a sidearm motion, George Zuverink could be a challenge to face on the mound.
Joost to Suder to Fain
The guys who showed Tinkers, Evers, and Chance how double plays are really done.
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.