Monthly Archives: April 2011

Card 67 / 68 Joe Gordon and Red Ruffing

Posted on April 18, 2011 by Administrator

A petty good pair of pinstripers on this card. Joe Gordon had a long career with the Yankees and Indians. He was a nine time all star and five time world champ who was inducted into the hall of fame … Continue reading →

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Card 69/70 Mike Tresh and Luke Appling

Posted on April 20, 2011 by Administrator

Hailing from Hazelton, PA, Mike Tresh was a tough, durable catcher during his 12-year career. While his best offensive season was 1940 when he hit .281 and drove in 64 runs, he managed a unique feat in 1945 when he … Continue reading →

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Card 95/96 Jimmy Ripple & Bucky Walters

Posted on April 23, 2011 by Administrator

My friend Steve Brandenburg had this vertical card for me in Philadelphia. Jimmy Ripple played in three World Series, two with the Giants and one with the Reds. He had a decent big league career and even longer minor league … Continue reading →

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