Nov
6
2010

“When I was coming up, you had to play the game before you could play in the big leagues. That takes more than just talent. That takes knowledge.”

Chris Chambliss,  hitting coach for the Seattle Mariners, at the 2010 Major League Baseball Players Alumni awards dinner

Nov
5
2010

Remembering Sparky Anderson with Baseball Cards

2009 Goudey Sparky Anderson baseball card

Much has been written over the past couple of days about the life, career, accomplishments and demeanor of George Lee “Sparky” Anderson who passed away earlier this week. Sparky was always special in my memory for a host of reasons. We share a birthday (twenty-five years apart) in February, and as a kid who read the backs of ALL the baseball cards in his possession, that fact made Sparky a favorite from the start! Of … continue reading Remembering Sparky Anderson with Baseball Cards

Nov
1
2010

Baseball Card Records – Auravision’s Contribution to Baseball Memorabilia

Warren Spahn 1964 Auravision

There are so many great items to collect that are connected with the game of baseball! And, if you have an affinity for the post-WWII era, there is a plethora of memorabilia avenues to delight and enjoy. It seems like almost every form of American enterprise found some way to connect with the national game. Of course, bubble gum and baseball cards are forever linked. But other candy products got in on the act as … continue reading Baseball Card Records – Auravision’s Contribution to Baseball Memorabilia

Oct
30
2010

Everybody is talking about pressure and postseason and stuff like that. I don’t know, there’s different kinds of pressures, nervousness and all that kind of stuff. But I kind of look at the nervousness as taking my family to Japan. That’s nervous. Going to a foreign country, not knowing what to expect.

Colby Lewis, Texas Rangers’ starting pitcher, talking before Game 3 of the 2010 World Series and comparing the Series hype with playing in Japan for a few seasons

Oct
27
2010

Happy “World Series” Day

Whether you are a direct fan of either the Texas Rangers or the San Francisco Giants…or a team that did not make it to the big stage at all…this is an exciting day for all baseball fans! The 2010 World Series begins tonight!! So much has already been written and analyzed regarding this match-up that it is doubtful we could add anything new. So, we will go for building on what someone else has already … continue reading Happy “World Series” Day

Oct
25
2010

“Everyone’s screaming. I’ve got a catcher running at me with a fist, guys coming at me from all angles. I just put my head down and wore all the punches.”

San Francisco Giants closer, Brian Wilson, on the reaction of his teammates after he “punched out” Ryan Howard to send his team to the 2010 World Series against the Texas Rangers

Oct
22
2010

Baseball Game Worn Uniform Redux!

1958 Washington Senators Road Jersey

A couple of days ago we posted a very popular article regarding a special 1958 Washington Senators Game Worn uniform that we are offering. We are so glad that many of you have found the time to write us about this incredibly unique item, and we wanted to offer a couple more pictures of this set for your enjoyment. Remember: this item goes on sale Saturday, October 23, 2010. You can access the listing by … continue reading Baseball Game Worn Uniform Redux!

Oct
20
2010

1958 Washington Senators Game Used Jersey Available!

Number 21 on Jersey back

It is incredibly rare that we use a post here just to announce an item for sale. However, THIS IS SOMETHING YOU DO NOT SEE EVERY DAY! MLB Memories is proud to offer a 1958 Washington Senators Road Jersey with all the tags in place! The tags place the jersey as from Set 1 of the 1958 uniforms, and this makes good sense as the jersey belonged to Robert “Bob” George Wiesler, a switch-hitting, left-handed … continue reading 1958 Washington Senators Game Used Jersey Available!

Oct
20
2010

“If things go right, they say, ‘Well, you did the right thing,’ ” Girardi said. “If things go wrong, they say, ‘Well, you made a mistake.’ “

New York Yankees manager, Joe Girardi, regarding a few questionable decisions that didn’t work out as the Rangers beat the Yankees 10-3 in game four of the 2010 American League Championship Series.

Oct
17
2010

“Rookie” Baseball Cards — when they were really rookies

Clint Courtney Rookie Card

The last few seasons have seen the baseball card companies forced to use a common “Rookie Card Logo” that was meant to clear up confusion as to what cards really were a player’s “true rookie.” This was an attempt to help, and though it has not been universally well-received, the intention was good. Things had gotten to a crazy point where the card companies were trying to get a player in their set (exclusively if … continue reading “Rookie” Baseball Cards — when they were really rookies