From the Collection: Nellie Rodriguez, 1b, Cleveland Guardians
Nellie Rodriguez was drafted by Cleveland in the 15th round of the 2012 draft. From 2014-2017 Rodriguez was one of the Tribe’s Top 30 prospects–almost totally based on his plus power.
Collecting Cleveland Baseball Since 1982
Collecting Cleveland Indians Topps team sets from 1952-present, as well as post-war minor and major league autographs.
From the Collection: Ray Boone, if, Cleveland Indians
Ray Boone was a very good player, though his best seasons came after he left Cleveland. Ray Boone spent 13 seasons in the big leagues (1948-1960). He was a rookie the Cleveland team that won the 1948 World Series, and would spend six years with the club. Boone was a[…]
From the Collection: Joey Votto, 1b, Cincinnati Reds
Joey Votto signed 2013 Topps Allen & Ginter oversized box topper card. Joey Votto has had a fantastic career. During his 15 seasons in the big leagues, he has led the league in OBP seven times, walks five times, been selected to six All-Star teams, won a Gold Glove, and[…]
From the Collection: Zack Greinke, sp, Kansas City Royals
I got to see Zack Greinke when he was with the Royals AAA club in Omaha. Made me a fan, though admittedly is not all that easy considering what a prickly dude he is.
New Arrival: Bobby Abreu, of, Philadelphia Phillies
Bobby Abreu is one of the more underrated players of the late-90’s and early-00’s. This comes mostly from the era that he played, which was defined by insane offensive numbers and homerun chases. But what he did should not be overlooked.
New Arrival: Corbin Carroll, CF, Arizona Diamondbacks
I am not quite into prospect watching like I used to be, but there are a couple of MiLB players outside of the Cleveland organization that I like, and Arizona’s Corbin Carroll is near the top of that shortlist.
From the Collection: Lonnie Chisenhall, 3b, Cleveland Indians
I always forget what a good prospect Lonnie Chisenhall was. In 2010 he was ranked the #31 overall prospect in baseball, and the next season he moved up to #25.
New Arrivals: John Jaha, 1b, Oakland Athletics
I have been waiting for a John Jaha signing for a while, and its just not happening. So I decided to pull the trigger on these two cards. John Jaha spent 10 seasons in the majors with the Brewers (1992-1998) and Athletics (1999-2001). A late start to his career (he[…]
From the Collection: Asdrubal Cabrera, if, Cincinnati Reds
Asdrubal Cabrera was never a super fun autograph to get, but I was able to snag a couple over the years.
New Arrival: Bobby Witt, sp, Texas Rangers
Collectors Choice. I am not sure why, but they are some of my favorite looking cards of the 90’s, and assuming the photo works, some of my favorite cards to get signed.