June Pick Ups

[ironmanfan]

Well not necessarily game used, the first item is a very rare 24" x 30" sign from 09/06/95 that hung inside the gates at Camden Yards the night that Cal passed Lou Gehrig. I suppose the Orioles didn't mention Cal by name to deter theft of these items, however I was able to get one from an Orioles employee and had Cal sign it...Other items is a signed, game issued bat from the 1995 All Star Game:

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[33bird]

Pete Rose 1975 R195. PSA 10.
Jim Kern 1977 Indians Red jersey.
Joe Morgan 1970s Reds Adirondack. PSA 8.

[5kRunner]

Just rec'd this beauty this morning.

[sox83cubs84]

Wha' happen? The June pick-ups thread actually STARTED in June.:eek:

Dave M.
Chicago area

[gannonknight85]

I havn't had a chance to post my most recent pick ups so june is as good a time as any. The first couple are 3 Buffalo Bisons game used hats belonging to Asdrubal Cabrera, Trevor Crowe, and Josh Barfield. The last one is my new favorite bat I picked up at the tribe team shop on saturday the 30th, and it is a Ryan Garko 125th anniversary bat, that is just loaded with tar and cracked. I think i have narrowed it's use down to a general time frame (april 23-28) but i am still trying to find high res pics so i can photomatch....Little help Kyle???

[vonbrandingo]

My first Edgar Martinez bat arrived this morning. It's a LVS M356 from 2000 with a slight crack and shows tons of use in the form of multiple ball marks and blue ink transfers, cleat marks, and ball stitch and donut impressions. Also has heavy pine tar with some amber drip clusters on the mid-upper handle. Auto'd and inscribed "gamer."

[3arod13]

My first Edgar Martinez bat arrived this morning. It's a LVS M356 from 2000 with a slight crack and shows tons of use in the form of multiple ball marks and blue ink transfers, cleat marks, and ball stitch and donut impressions. Also has heavy pine tar with some amber drip clusters on the mid-upper handle. Auto'd and inscribed "gamer."

Sweet gamer!

[vonbrandingo]

Sweet gamer!

Thanks! I've only acquired a couple more than a handful since I caught the bug last year, but this one and the Boggs I got from Andy Benish rank as my favorites with respect to game use.

[cordovacollector]

Good golly, Miss Molly! Very nice indeed! :cool:

[AWA85]

Homer Bailey bat, hopefully the pitcher puts it together someday for the Reds.

[marinersbaseballfan21]

Awesome Edgar bat. Do you mind if I ask where you got it?

[AWA85]

Few other items that were picked up in the last few weeks. Drew Stubbs bat, Brandon Phillips bat, and a Deion Sanders Reds bat.

[vonbrandingo]

Awesome Edgar bat. Do you mind if I ask where you got it?

eBay. Came with a Mill Creek Sports COA signed by Edgar.

[Yankeesfan09]

Picked up these two items:

Wilson Betemit Autographed game used batting w/inscription " 2007 Yankee "

JJ Redick Autographed practice worn shooting shirt

http://i579.photobucket.com/albums/ss240/JoeTorreCollector/156.jpg

http://i579.photobucket.com/albums/ss240/JoeTorreCollector/153.jpg

http://i579.photobucket.com/albums/ss240/JoeTorreCollector/154.jpg


http://i579.photobucket.com/albums/ss240/JoeTorreCollector/157.jpg

http://i579.photobucket.com/albums/ss240/JoeTorreCollector/159.jpg

http://i579.photobucket.com/albums/ss240/JoeTorreCollector/160.jpg

[TFig27]

Yankees Bats:
Cecil Fielder
Tino Martinez
Chili Davis
Luis Sojo
Jose Vizcaino

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v381/tfig27/IMG_5458.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v381/tfig27/IMG_5456.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v381/tfig27/IMG_5457.jpg

Four Seatbacks from Yankee Stadium - Got numbers 4, 7 (The Mick!), 11, 12.
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v381/tfig27/IMG_5459.jpg

[gameu08]

David Wright game used cleats MLB authenticated and Wright GU bat mlb authenticated.

[IronPigs92]

I got a Jeremy Slayden bat at the Lehigh Valley IronPigs (AAA Phillies) game on Monday, it almost flew into the Rochester RedWings dugout, and the manager (Stan Cliburn) was nice enough to give it to me. Im going to try to find a video of the bat flying.

[skinsfan0521]

IronPIgs92 - Can you email me please! I'm looking for some Rich Thompson stuff and he's currently playing for the IronPigs.

Thanks!

-Brian

[jetersbatboy]

Tadahito Iguchi bat from 2006, looks like he had a temper tantrum with the bat it is smashed to hell!!! and Iguchi Rawlings elbow guard.

[grenda12]

Tadahito Iguchi bat from 2006, looks like he had a temper tantrum with the bat it is smashed to hell!!! and Iguchi Rawlings elbow guard.

Awesome elbow guard.

[metsbats]

Not game used (yet).

I got a Marucci bat with my name on it. (David Wright model)

I'm attending a baseball camp in July for the first time ever. This is going to be fun seeing how a bat will go from unused to used. Going to order some Healthy Horse Pine tar (the same brand Jorge Posada uses) and load this bat up.

[zooat2]

Yankees Bats:
Cecil Fielder
Tino Martinez
Chili Davis
Luis Sojo
Jose Vizcaino

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v381/tfig27/IMG_5458.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v381/tfig27/IMG_5456.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v381/tfig27/IMG_5457.jpg

Four Seatbacks from Yankee Stadium - Got numbers 4, 7 (The Mick!), 11, 12.
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v381/tfig27/IMG_5459.jpg

-Sorry if this is a silly question, but did you order the seat backs recently from Steiner? and I'm guessing you got them yesterday?....the reason I ask is because I ordered a seat and two signs 3 and half weeks ago and have rec'd nothing yet...thanks!

[Vintagedeputy]

Not game used (yet).

I got a Marucci bat with my name on it. (David Wright model)

I'm attending a baseball camp in July for the first time ever. This is going to be fun seeing how a bat will go from unused to used. Going to order some Healthy Horse Pine tar (the same brand Jorge Posada uses) and load this bat up.


Nice bat David! Don't forget to pee on your hands like Hip Hip Jorge!

[metsbats]

Nice bat David! Don't forget to pee on your hands like Hip Hip Jorge!

Thanks Jim. If it'll help get some hits with this bat I may try it:D

[sox83cubs84]

No pics (sorry:( ), but some pickups from last night's White Sox-Athletics game at the Cell:
1) 2 foul balls, 1 BP and 1 game (the game being Vin Mazzaro's 1st MLB game, start win, and combined shutout)
2) A game-used BP cap given to me by A's coach Tye Waller.

Not a bad night.:D

Dave M.
Chicago area

[TFig27]

-Sorry if this is a silly question, but did you order the seat backs recently from Steiner? and I'm guessing you got them yesterday?....the reason I ask is because I ordered a seat and two signs 3 and half weeks ago and have rec'd nothing yet...thanks!

Not a silly question at all. These seatbacks are from Steiner and they just came in.

I too ordered full seats and signs. I believe the full seats are going to start shipping in July.

I think the signs should be shipping soon as the were listed as in stock.

What signs did you pick up?

Tom

[dcrules01]

1980 Pat Zachary road thanks Nick

http://i88.photobucket.com/albums/k195/metsjerseys/dw001-1.jpg
http://i88.photobucket.com/albums/k195/metsjerseys/dw002.jpg

[metsbats]

Not a silly question at all. These seatbacks are from Steiner and they just came in.

I too ordered full seats and signs. I believe the full seats are going to start shipping in July.

I think the signs should be shipping soon as the were listed as in stock.

What signs did you pick up?

Tom

Tom, Zooat2,

I too order a sign from Yankee stadium and emailed Brett on 5/15. He told me on 5/15 to expect delivery 2-3 weeks.

I emailed him today as it's almost 3 weeks now and will see what he says.

[fabes23]

Here's my first Michael Jordan Game used pieces:
Air Jordan X cleats...
http://design46.com/mjbaseball/pexcleat01.jpg
Game Used Batting Gloves & Wristbands...
http://design46.com/mjbaseball/wristbandgloves01.jpg

IF ANYONE HAS ANY MJ BASEBALL GEAR, PLEASE LET ME KNOW, I WILL BUY!!!

Thanks for looking....

[mfsquirrelmaster]

Just got this shirt today. The Pistons only used this style of jersey for 3 seasons so you don't see them very often for sale.

[mfsquirrelmaster]

ooops! sorry about the huge pics

[ironmanfan]

More 'stadium-ana' than anything, anyone that was ever at Baltimore's Memorial Stadium will certainly remember these. This one originated from the collection Orioles Hall of Fame broadcaster Chuck Thompson:

http://i88.photobucket.com/albums/k172/whhp72/craigs12000712.jpg

[sylbry]

Here's my first Michael Jordan Game used pieces:
Air Jordan X cleats...
http://design46.com/mjbaseball/pexcleat01.jpg
Game Used Batting Gloves & Wristbands...
http://design46.com/mjbaseball/wristbandgloves01.jpg

IF ANYONE HAS ANY MJ BASEBALL GEAR, PLEASE LET ME KNOW, I WILL BUY!!!

Thanks for looking....

I was watching that auction but the fact that the card the seller was using to verify Michael wore this style of glove wasn't even the same style of glove the seller was selling was a red flag to me. But if they are real you got a steal.

http://cgi.ebay.com/MICHAEL-JORDAN-AUTHENTIC-GAME-USED-BATTING-GLOVES_W0QQitemZ110395781603QQcmdZViewItemQQptZLH_ DefaultDomain_0?hash=item19b419f1e3&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14&_trkparms=65%3A13%7C66%3A2%7C39%3A1%7C240%3A1318%7 C301%3A1%7C293%3A1%7C294%3A50

[Vintagedeputy]

More 'stadium-ana' than anything, anyone that was ever at Baltimore's Memorial Stadium will certainly remember these. This one originated from the collection Orioles Hall of Fame broadcaster Chuck Thompson:

http://i88.photobucket.com/albums/k172/whhp72/craigs12000712.jpg

I dont care how much you paid me, I wouldn't want to tote one of those around for 4-5 hours, hawking hot dogs during a ballgame. That thing is a beast!

[jrd]

^ nice....congrats on the great pickup.

After seeing this one and a few other stadium pickups (equipment carts, vendor stands, etc.) it got me thinking....what do people use these for when they add them to their collections? Just for display? Storing other memoribilia?

[ironmanfan]

^ nice....congrats on the great pickup.

After seeing this one and a few other stadium pickups (equipment carts, vendor stands, etc.) it got me thinking....what do people use these for when they add them to their collections? Just for display? Storing other memoribilia?

Personally, I'll use it simply for display purposes with my other memorabilia from Memorial Stadium (seats, signage, etc.). I spent a lot of time at that ballpark and have a lot of fond memories.

[zooat2]

Not a silly question at all. These seatbacks are from Steiner and they just came in.

I too ordered full seats and signs. I believe the full seats are going to start shipping in July.

I think the signs should be shipping soon as the were listed as in stock.

What signs did you pick up?

Tom


Hey Tom!

Thanks for the reply!....I actually orderered a seat BACK not an actual seat! I realized after the post I typed it in wrong....

I placed the order almost 4 weeks ago and emailed Brett two weeks ago today asking him what the deal was. He told me I should have it within 7 days, but its been two weeks and nada!...I will email him again today...there are times when they can be REAL SLOW and other times where you get the item within 3 business days...

In addition to the seat back, I got the "Be Alert Fouls Balls" sign and "Interfering With Players Is....." sign.....

How about you?

[zooat2]

Tom, Zooat2,

I too order a sign from Yankee stadium and emailed Brett on 5/15. He told me on 5/15 to expect delivery 2-3 weeks.

I emailed him today as it's almost 3 weeks now and will see what he says.

- Hey Dave,

- Check my reply to Tom and let us know what Brett said.

[camarokids]

Here is my second Edwin Jackson with the first. My newest addition does
not have a taped handle.

I now own two of the five of these bats that were made in 2008, thanks to BMH for
the info.

Edwin had a total of eight bats made for him while in Tampa Bay.

Quote from BMH.....
We've made a total of 8 bats for Jackson.
3, Maple, I13C, Gwynn Finish, 34/31, 5/07
3, Maple, I13C, Black, 34/31.5, 4/08
2, Maple, I13C, Black, 34/31.5, 10/08

This is my 250th Devil Rays bat!!!

I cannot get the pics downsized enuf, I need to go to another pc......

[tigerdale]

a mike mordecai 2003 world series bat.......
just a note....any world series bat I have (non tiger) is available for trade for a tiger one!!!

[sportscentury]

Very nice Redick warm-up and vintage Pistons jersey. Very cool items. Nice work picking these up.

[jkalathas]

I have dreamed of owning a Derek Jeter game used jersey since I started collecting and I finally have one. This is the jersey Derek wore for the opening game of the 2009 Spring training season, photo day in Tamapa, and for the first two games vs. the Cubs every played at the New Yankee Stadium. Jeter had the first reordered Yankee hit ever at the new Stadium. Have found over 40 photos that match the jersey perfectly!

[ksfarmboy]

I'm pretty stoked I just received my first descente O's jersey. I've got a pretty good start on my favorite O's of the late 70's to early 80's.

Here's my O's collection.

http://s589.photobucket.com/albums/ss336/kscards/Orioles/
Clint

[Gameusedfan1]

Posada and Tex Exhibition Jerseys

[jetersbatboy]

Posada and Tex Exhibition Jerseys

Why's Anthony selling your jersey?
http://cgi.ebay.com/2009-MARK-TEIXEIRA-GAME-USED-EXHIBITION-JERSEY-STEINER_W0QQcmdZViewItemQQcategoryZ60597QQihZ012QQ itemZ220428442419QQrdZ1QQsspagenameZWDVWQQsalenots upported

[ndevlin]

Why's Anthony selling your jersey?
http://cgi.ebay.com/2009-MARK-TEIXEIRA-GAME-USED-EXHIBITION-JERSEY-STEINER_W0QQcmdZViewItemQQcategoryZ60597QQihZ012QQ itemZ220428442419QQrdZ1QQsspagenameZWDVWQQsalenots upported


OH....MY.....GOODNESS. Seriously gameusedfan1, you better look into this. Looks like someone stole your jersey!!!!!!

[bigtruck260]

A couple of good, cheap items....

A Chris Duncan 1999 M110 - that is likely from his first season in professional baseball at Johnson City. GREAT early Dunc - with typical heavy tar...as you can see, I am in the process of repairing a crack thru the label.

Next is a set of 2002 Darryl Kile remembrance wrist bands. These were made by Rawlings for the Cardinals after Darryl passed away during a Chicago series...I have only seen one other pair, and have been patiently waiting for another to hit the market.

[gameused]

Just got this in today, special thanks to fellow forum member Rich, for a flawless trade.

Dustin Pedroia game used home jersey from his 2008 A.L. MVP season.

The jersey shows some really nice game use with, puckering to the numbers, some loose threads on the outside and inside of the jersey, heavily worn interior wash tag and what looks like a dirt stain that has been previously washed. The jersey is also MLB and Steiner authenticated.

Thanks, Bobby
hawaii_five0@yahoo.com

[camarokids]

Here is my second Edwin Jackson with the first. My newest addition does
not have a taped handle.

I now own two of the five of these bats that were made in 2008, thanks to BMH for
the info.

Edwin had a total of eight bats made for him while in Tampa Bay.

Quote from BMH.....
We've made a total of 8 bats for Jackson.
3, Maple, I13C, Gwynn Finish, 34/31, 5/07
3, Maple, I13C, Black, 34/31.5, 4/08
2, Maple, I13C, Black, 34/31.5, 10/08

This is my 250th Devil Rays bat!!!

I cannot get the pics downsized enuf, I need to go to another pc......

I think have the pics right.....here are my 2008 Rays Louisville Sluggers along with my 2 Edwin Jackson's....

[camarokids]

Here are some better pics. I switched pcs and downloaded the zoombrowser program to the new pc and was having some tech issues (or user error ;))

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[godwulf]

I got this on Wednesday...the first Gerardo Parra bat I've seen.

http://im1.shutterfly.com/media/47b9d824b3127ccec71e9900391a00000040O02EbsmzVu0ZA9 vPhw/cC/f%3D0/ps%3D50/r%3D0/rx%3D550/ry%3D400/

It has an elaborate tape job, a clean (now repaired) handle break, and some nasty pine tar with a bit of grass stuck in it.

Parra was just announced as the NL Rookie of the Month for May. He hit a home run his first AB in the majors, and is hitting something like .700 with runners in scoring position.

http://arizona.diamondbacks.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20090604&content_id=5146190&vkey=news_ari&fext=.jsp&c_id=ari (http://arizona.diamondbacks.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20090604&content_id=5146190&vkey=news_ari&fext=.jsp&c_id=ari)

This also happens to be the first American Bat Co. bat I've ever owned.

[brianborsch]

I think there is a Parra bat that was used by Dunn in the MLB.com auctions.

[b.heagy]

OH....MY.....GOODNESS. Seriously gameusedfan1, you better look into this. Looks like someone stole your jersey!!!!!!

Did someone steal the photos from this site ! Something must be done about that. Anyone contact the mods about this?

[5kRunner]

Did someone steal the photos from this site ! Something must be done about that. Anyone contact the mods about this?

I think Gameusedfan1 = Vipsportgems = Sheffield11. Maybe?

[TNTtoys]

I think Gameusedfan1 = Vipsportgems = Sheffield11. Maybe?

I think so too, and I also think it was an attempt to draw attention to items that obviously cannot be sold on this forum... These items were not picked up to be added to one's collection; they were picked up to turn a quick buck... which is not the purpose of the pickups thread. Folks like myself have $500+ items we too wish to sell here but don't because we follow the rules.

[ndevlin]

Did someone steal the photos from this site ! Something must be done about that. Anyone contact the mods about this?

My comment was a sarcastic one, sorry about that. And yes, they are all the same person. Count me out for one of his potential buyers, it aint happenin.

[godwulf]

I think there is a Parra bat that was used by Dunn in the MLB.com auctions.

Yeah, I just looked at that...though I'm at a loss to understand how Dunn could have used the bat in '09, as stated in the auction description, since he was only with the Diamondbacks for the latter part of '08, and Parra didn't get the call-up till this year...and why, if the bat was used in '09, the DBacks would be issuing a LOA and not the Nats.

Anyone know how to contact MLB Auctions with a question about one of their items? I've looked in vain for a link on the auction page.

[allstarsplus]

OH....MY.....GOODNESS. Seriously gameusedfan1, you better look into this. Looks like someone stole your jersey!!!!!!

LOL. I just saw that other post. That should be a good explanation. ;)

[mbrieve]

Picked up my fifth Carlos Guillen bat. It is a Max bat and I believe it is from 2007.

http://i233.photobucket.com/albums/ee92/mbriev16/GuillenMaxbat01.jpg
http://i233.photobucket.com/albums/ee92/mbriev16/GuillenMaxbat02.jpg
http://i233.photobucket.com/albums/ee92/mbriev16/GuillenMaxbat03.jpg
http://i233.photobucket.com/albums/ee92/mbriev16/Guillenbats02-1.jpg

[russyurk]

I just made my first bulk purchase and did so with a few buddies. Of course the question came up why I was buying seven jerseys? I just responded that the prices were great (which they were) but really it was the opportunity to add Team USA styles that I was missing, sleeve patches, etc. The items I was most excited to add were the vest styles from 1995 & 96. Prior to this purchase I had 27 Team USA GU jerseys and had NEVER seen a vest available for sale and was able to add three. Highlights include:

1995 vest of former White Sox and Expos pitcher Rocky Biddle
1996 vest and undershirt of coach Ray Tanner (possibly Olympic worn)
1991 national team jersey of Steve Leshnock
1995 vest of coach Rich Alday
Jerseys with patches including 1994 Topps, 1997 Junior World Championships, United State Baseball Federation and "Baseball USA".

[Mauer7]

Picked up my 3rd Kubel Gamer today.

[TFig27]

2008 Aaron Boone Nationals Bat - Thanks Andrew!
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v381/tfig27/boone08natsbat.jpg

2002 Aaron Boone Cincinnati Reds Road Jersey - Thanks Adam!
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v381/tfig27/1006-2.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v381/tfig27/1005-3.jpg

[sox83cubs84]

Today at the Cell was a blast! As usual, I made my trade of goodies with Tribe coach Joel Skinner, and got a bat that, to say the least, was unusual to find in the Cleveland discards...a brown Marucci bat of OF Nyjer Morgan (from a previous interleague series). Crack wasn't too severe, so I'm happy right there. But (and you knew there'd be a "but")...it was cleanup day for pregame baseballs. I found one in an empty seat, another rolled within reach by the wall near the dugout, and two members of the staff (Skinner and bullpen catcher Dan Williams) tossed me BP baseballs. The two from the field staff were intriguing, as they were final season Metrodome baseballs from their previous stop in Minneapolis (must've gotten mixed into the Indians' BP bucket). Skinner's gift was a straight BP ball, while the one from Williams was originally a game ball with an obvious mud rub. I may let the BP Twins ball go, but the other stuff stays put.:D

Dave M.
Chicago area

[33bird]

Got a Tony Perez 73-75 H&B Reds gamer. Won't have it for a few weeks, but it's a beauty. From Taube.

[cordovacollector]

I may let the BP Twins ball go....

Hi there, Dave!!!! Contact me if you do decide to let the Metrodome ball leave your collection. Would look nice next to the Cordova HR ball. :D :D :D

[cordovacollector]

That's a handsome Perez bat! Congrats!!

[fabes23]

I was watching that auction but the fact that the card the seller was using to verify Michael wore this style of glove wasn't even the same style of glove the seller was selling was a red flag to me. But if they are real you got a steal.


he was using that picture as a reference, he wasn't saying they were the actual pair. he sent me a personal guarantee and actual pictures of him in the Baron's locker room. there's one picture he did not put on his auction that he sent to me that shows all of jordan's IX baseball cleats in MJ's locker room. they're authentic.

[tmpjets]

Picked these up from ebay just recently, Edgar Martinez game used batting gloves from 1998. They were a major steal on ebay and they are freaking awesome! Came with coa from Mill Creek.:D

[TFig27]

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v381/tfig27/IMG_5479.jpg

Caught both of these balls during batting practice at todays Yankees game.

The ball on the left was hit by Derek Jeter and caught by Jose Moline who then threw it to me.

The ball on the right was hit by Jorge Posada and then used as a warm up ball by Mariano Rivera and Phil Coke. Phil threw it to me when he was done, and I had Phil sign it. I asked him what pitch he was working with Mo on. He said it was a slider that Mo learned from Mel Stottlemyre. Pretty neat.

[allstarsplus]

So Saturday I get a text message from GUU member MarkFD that he needs Elijah Dukes HR bat from the game he went 3-4 with a HR and one of the craziest double plays (ESPN WebGem) you will ever see.

I then sent a text to Elijah who texted me back after the game and said done deal. We met 2 blocks from the stadium after yesterday's game (YES in the McDonald's parking lot!!!)

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The bat is hammered and has the most amazing verso Major League Baseball imprint on it.

Congrats to MarkFD on a great bat!!! :D

[Vintagedeputy]

Andrew - The rest of us can only hope that one day, we too may live in the world that you do! Your connections are amazing! Kudos my friend!

[allstarsplus]

Andrew - The rest of us can only hope that one day, we too may live in the world that you do! Your connections are amazing! Kudos my friend!

Jim - I spoke to your wife yesterday to get you to my Suite, but I know you had plans with your relatives.

I had Roger Bernadina in the suite as he is still on the DL and a Dominican scout who is buddies with Alfonso Soriano.

Next time!!!

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[MUSEOVEN]

Hello::)

Leones Del Caracas Caribbean Series Championsh Ring 2006.-

[Vintagedeputy]

Jim - I spoke to your wife yesterday to get you to my Suite, but I know you had plans with your relatives.

I had Roger Bernadina in the suite as he is still on the DL and a Dominican scout who is buddies with Alfonso Soriano.

Next time!!!

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She told me (I was sleeping in :) ) That is very generous of you and I'm sorry that we couldnt be there. Thank you again!

Jim

[ifirocked]

Cameron Maybin's 1st ML triple off Johan Santana.

Session Name: FLA AT NYM
Session Date: April 29, 2009
Autographer:
Authenticator: AUTHENTICATORS, INC.
Additional Information: J SANTANA TO C MA TOP 1ST TRIPLE TO CF

[MUSEOVEN]

Venezuela Team Of The World Baseball Classic ( Andres Galarraga, Antonio Armas, Luis Sojo, Melvin Mora, Miguel Cabrera, Jose Lopez, Marco Scutaro, Luis Maza, Cesar Izturis, Ramon Hernandez, Max Ramirez, Henry Blanco, Magglio Ordonez, Endy Chavez, Gregor Blanco, Bob Abreu, Gerardo Parra, Armando Galarraga, Carlos Silva, Ivan Blanco, Carlos Vasquez, Victor Moreno, Victor Zambrano, Joel Hernandez, Enrique Gonzalez, Orber Moreno And Ramon Ramirez).-

[midwestfan09]

I have gotten the following bats so far this month. Havent gotten around to putting up pictures yet so lmk if you guys want to see any of them. Been prospecting so to speak with bats.

Josh Vitters x3 (Cubs Prospect)
Jay Austin x2 (Astros Prospect)
Jemile Weeks (A's Prospect)
Justin Parker (D-Backs Prospect)
Rey Navarro (D-Backs Prospect)
Devaris Godron (Dodgers Prospect and Tom Gordon's son)
Kyle Russell (Dodgers Prospect)
Jordy Mercer (Pirates Prospect)
Nino Leyja (A's Prospect)

I also have quite a few from more common minor league players

[sportscentury]

I think Gameusedfan1 = Vipsportgems = Sheffield11. Maybe?

TNTtoys and 5kRunner ... you're talking about a GUU member using three separate GUU userids in order to circumvent the GUU rules, or are you talking about eBay userids? thanks

[LastingsMilledge85]

Lastings Milledge game used and signed Syracuse Chiefs hats (military appreciation and Breast Cancer awareness).
Lastings Milledge game used Nats BP jersey
Lastings Milledge game used 06 Mets BP Cap
Fernando Tatis game used 2008 Mets batting helmet.

[b.heagy]

Lastings Milledge game used and signed Syracuse Chiefs hats (military appreciation and Breast Cancer awareness).
Lastings Milledge game used Nats BP jersey
Lastings Milledge game used 06 Mets BP Cap
Fernando Tatis game used 2008 Mets batting helmet.

check your PM, sent you a message.

[skinsfan0521]

Isaiah Kacyvenski Game Used & autographed gloves. Style matched to 2003-2004 season.

Not game used, but still pickups. Got them signed at a charity event that Snee had this weekend:

Pro Bowl photo autographed (IP) by Chris Snee

Print of ESPN The Magazine cover signed (IP) by Chris Snee & Seubert

[metsbats]

1986 Danny Heep orange ring post season bat (NLCS).

113B DH stamped on the knob.

Just a little trivia from Wiki-pedia but Danny Heep was the only DH in World Series history with the initials DH.

[bottomofthe9thonline]

I purchased this amazing game used home plate from Yankee Stadium from Shafran Collectibles and had it signed yesterday by Mariano Rivera!!!

[shoremen44]

2008 Adam Jones
2009 Brian Roberts
1922 sidewritten "1922 Baltimore Maryland" bat

[b.heagy]

Tugs' brother Hank McGraw game used bat. Henry "Hank" McGraw helped get Tug into the Majors. This was a very cool find for me. Nice addition to the Tug collection. Wonder if theres a possibility that Tug used this bat...... hhhhhmmmmmmmm.....

[allstarsplus]

I purchased this amazing game used home plate from Yankee Stadium from Shafran Collectibles and had it signed yesterday by Mariano Rivera!!!

Does that plate have the weighted bottom on it? GREAT auto & inscription!!!!!

[stretch]

I purchased this amazing game used home plate from Yankee Stadium from Shafran Collectibles and had it signed yesterday by Mariano Rivera!!!

Nice piece!!

What did Mariano say when you requested all that? Obviously he signed it, but I am curious to know what his reaction was.

[yanks12025]

May i ask what you paid for the plate, is it from the main field or bullpen. You can email me the price if you dont want to post it. boblee89@yahoo.com

[joelsabi]

Hello::)

Leones Del Caracas Caribbean Series Championsh Ring 2006.-

amazing ring. i really like your collection. how do you display your stuff?

[bottomofthe9thonline]

Mariano was great like he always is with signing! He signed everything with the inscriptions I asked for... I had him sign a number of game used items of his that I have collected over the past year or two. He joked and said he always wondered what happened to all of his stuff!

[cordovacollector]

1986 Danny Heep orange ring post season bat (NLCS).

113B DH stamped on the knob.

Just a little trivia from Wiki-pedia but Danny Heep was the only DH in World Series history with the initials DH.

Sweet Bat! Starting to get that great patina. Oh, can't wait 'til my 90s collection starts showing more age. But then so many of my bats are black ... sigh. Nice bat!

[cordovacollector]

I purchased this amazing game used home plate from Yankee Stadium from Shafran Collectibles and had it signed yesterday by Mariano Rivera!!!

WHOA! Now THAT could make me want a Yankees item in my collection! That gets my vote for Best of Show for signed Yanks items. Congrats!

[cordovacollector]

2008 Adam Jones
2009 Brian Roberts
1922 sidewritten "1922 Baltimore Maryland" bat

What's happened while I was away from the computer? Man, are you guys posting some great finds. And talk about patina ... a 1922 sidewritten H&B is a thing of beauty all in its own class. Can I get you guys to put me in your wills? ;)

[cordovacollector]

Tugs' brother Hank McGraw game used bat. Henry "Hank" McGraw helped get Tug into the Majors. This was a very cool find for me. Nice addition to the Tug collection. Wonder if theres a possibility that Tug used this bat...... hhhhhmmmmmmmm.....

Oh stop! This stuff is so fine fellas! If I had a glove on, I'd be slappin' it on my thigh like Tug! I didn't realize he had a brother in baseball. Guess I'll have to Wiki that tonight. How did you ever locate that? Tug was the definition of joy in baseball. If you ever need a home for that bat .....

[cordovacollector]

Venezuela Team Of The World Baseball Classic ( Andres Galarraga, Antonio Armas, Luis Sojo, Melvin Mora, Miguel Cabrera, Jose Lopez, Marco Scutaro, Luis Maza, Cesar Izturis, Ramon Hernandez, Max Ramirez, Henry Blanco, Magglio Ordonez, Endy Chavez, Gregor Blanco, Bob Abreu, Gerardo Parra, Armando Galarraga, Carlos Silva, Ivan Blanco, Carlos Vasquez, Victor Moreno, Victor Zambrano, Joel Hernandez, Enrique Gonzalez, Orber Moreno And Ramon Ramirez).-

Museoven ~ As a new member, I really don't know much about you, but you have such a fine, fine collection! I think they should build a museum for your and make you President! :cool:

[b.heagy]

Oh stop! This stuff is so fine fellas! If I had a glove on, I'd be slappin' it on my thigh like Tug! I didn't realize he had a brother in baseball. Guess I'll have to Wiki that tonight. How did you ever locate that? Tug was the definition of joy in baseball. If you ever need a home for that bat .....

Thanks. It was pure luck. Right place at the right time. I am building a Tug McGraw collection for my daughter. She is a huge Tim McGraw fan (Dads way of creating a sports hobby for her ;) ). So far she has shown great interest for a 7 year old. She was thrilled when I brought home Polancos home jersey with Tug patch from last months Hunt auction. Pretty sure I have it photo matched.

[cordovacollector]

... I am building a Tug McGraw collection for my daughter. She is a huge Tim McGraw fan (Dads way of creating a sports hobby for her ;) )

When I run across it, I have a card signed by Tug. Only one I have. And I would be proud to send it to her for her collection. You're a great dad!

[shoremen44]

What's happened while I was away from the computer? Man, are you guys posting some great finds. And talk about patina ... a 1922 sidewritten H&B is a thing of beauty all in its own class. Can I get you guys to put me in your wills? ;)

when I go... the bat is yours

[MUSEOVEN]

amazing ring. i really like your collection. how do you display your stuff?
THANKS.. RIGHT NOW I AM WORKING IN MY DISPLAY, LET ME TAKE SOME PICTURES AND POST..:)

[MUSEOVEN]

Museoven ~ As a new member, I really don't know much about you, but you have such a fine, fine collection! I think they should build a museum for your and make you President! :cool:
THANKS :)

[BULBUS]

Mariano was great like he always is with signing! He signed everything with the inscriptions I asked for... I had him sign a number of game used items of his that I have collected over the past year or two. He joked and said he always wondered what happened to all of his stuff!

3 or 4 years ago, I went to a Mariano signing at Last Licks (Steiner) in New York. I paid for an inscription and when I got up to Mo and asked him to add 2005 Game Used to my Jersey, which I showed him the Steiner LOA, he said he was not allowed. I was pretty bummed, but rather than get my money back, I had him add "Last to wear 42". Other than that, he was great, super nice guy!

-Chris

[bottomofthe9thonline]

Hey Chris-

Would love to see a photo of your Mariano jersey if you don't mind!

-John

[mbenga28]

why wasn't Mariano allowed to write game used, isn't that an inscription?

[dcgreg25]

I added three Indians jerseys this month including a Von Hayes 1981 rookie gamer, Mitch Webster (1989-90) and Charlie Manuel (coach) 1995 World Series jersey.

Von Hayes GU 1981 Indians Jersey

http://i297.photobucket.com/albums/mm233/gregguy25/vonhayes1.jpg
http://i297.photobucket.com/albums/mm233/gregguy25/vonhayes2.jpg
http://i297.photobucket.com/albums/mm233/gregguy25/vonhayes3.jpg


Mitch Webster GU 1989-90 Indians Jersey
http://i297.photobucket.com/albums/mm233/gregguy25/webster2.jpg

http://i297.photobucket.com/albums/mm233/gregguy25/webster1.jpg

Charlie Manuel 1995 World Series (Coach) GU Jersey

http://i297.photobucket.com/albums/mm233/gregguy25/manuel1.jpg

http://i297.photobucket.com/albums/mm233/gregguy25/manuel2.jpg
http://i297.photobucket.com/albums/mm233/gregguy25/manuel3.jpg

[BULBUS]

Hey Chris-

Would love to see a photo of your Mariano jersey if you don't mind!

-John

hey john,

i'll try and post pics of the jersey and the signing asap. its a 2002 away jersey. i had him sign it in silver on the back #42 (flawless signature).



why wasn't Mariano allowed to write game used, isn't that an inscription?

I guess it was in his contract. He looked at the 2 guys sitting next to him and they shook their heads.

-Chris

[Gameusedfan1]

Jose Reyes Game Used 2006 All Star BP Jersey, Photomatched.

[sportscentury]

Jose Reyes Game Used 2006 All Star BP Jersey, Photomatched.

Photomatched or stylematched? Would love to see the photomatch when you have a chance.

[TFig27]

Thanks to Andrew, I was able to pick these up!

2008 Aaron Boone Nationals Road Jersey

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v381/tfig27/IMG_5485.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v381/tfig27/IMG_5486.jpg

2008 Aaron Boone Nationals BP Jersey
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v381/tfig27/IMG_5488.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v381/tfig27/IMG_5487.jpg

[Gameusedfan1]

Photomatched or stylematched? Would love to see the photomatch when you have a chance.

What do you mean? He only wore one of these. Its a direct Photomatch, getty has a ton of pictures of him wearing this exact jersey.

[markize]

What do you mean? He only wore one of these. Its a direct Photomatch, getty has a ton of pictures of him wearing this exact jersey.

I don't mean to stick my nose in here, but each player is issued 2 of these shirts. They wear them for workout day, the HR derby, and batting practice the day of the game. It stands to reason that Reyes may have worn both of the 2 issued to him. That means calling this a photomatch may not be completely accurate. I know Andrew Lang has an Alfonso Soriano BP shirt from 2006 with MLB holo listed in the database as game used, and I think you know about the other. So although he is also in the photo you posted with the Reyes photomatch, without a stain, pulled threads, etc calling Drew's shirt a match may also be a stretch.

mark

[nationals2k9]

1) Manny g/u 2005 LVS rose colored bat

2) Utley & Markakis signed balls

3) Big Unit back to dugout after 1st inning of 300 win game

[Mr.3000]

Nice reyes =)


I have to agree with what is being said....not exactly about the Reyes, but about photo matching in general.

I see a TON of style matching being called "photo matched". Maybe I'm a bit more picky than most...but without an exact pulled thread, stain, dirt..etc I don't see many photo matched jerseys.

Bu then again, I'm green. Maybe my views will change overtime. I doubt ti though. I'm stubborn :D

[Gameusedfan1]

I don't mean to stick my nose in here, but each player is issued 2 of these shirts. They wear them for workout day, the HR derby, and batting practice the day of the game. It stands to reason that Reyes may have worn both of the 2 issued to him. That means calling this a photomatch may not be completely accurate. I know Andrew Lang has an Alfonso Soriano BP shirt from 2006 with MLB holo listed in the database as game used, and I think you know about the other. So although he is also in the photo you posted with the Reyes photomatch, without a stain, pulled threads, etc calling Drew's shirt a match may also be a stretch.

mark

Look the neck line on my jersey and then the one in the photo, I would say its a match.

[grenda12]

1) Manny g/u 2005 LVS rose colored bat

2) Utley & Markakis signed balls

3) Big Unit back to dugout after 1st inning of 300 win game

Nice Manny bat!!!!!!

[Vintagedeputy]

Big unit back to dugout after 1st inning of tainted 300 win game

That's more like it....

[Vintagedeputy]

Look the neck line on my jersey and then the one in the photo, I would say its a match.

I see the black piping of the neck in some kind of stylized curve, but I do not see a photo match, only a style match. Can you elaborate on the photo match?

[Gameusedfan1]

The curve matches the one in the photo where it overlaps, and if you line up the NATIONAL with the Neck Line You can see that they both line up at the beginning of the I.

[Mr.3000]

The curve matches the one in the photo where it overlaps, and if you line up the NATIONAL with the Neck Line You can see that they both line up at the beginning of the I.


That's the sort of thinking I refered to in my 1st post on this subject matter.

Who's to say the other jersey issued to Reyes doesn't match up identically....in regards to the neckline. It makes for a good style match, but calling it a photo match is a bit of a stretch.

Just my opinion.

[Gameusedfan1]

Alright I can respect that, The MLB holo does say it was worn the 11th and the photos are from the 11th, so Just adds to it for me. Kyle can you help me out here at all?

[sportscentury]

Nice reyes =)


I have to agree with what is being said....not exactly about the Reyes, but about photo matching in general.

I see a TON of style matching being called "photo matched". Maybe I'm a bit more picky than most...but without an exact pulled thread, stain, dirt..etc I don't see many photo matched jerseys.

Bu then again, I'm green. Maybe my views will change overtime. I doubt ti though. I'm stubborn :D

It's not that you're not too picky, green, or stubborn, it's that you're right: style-matching is not photo-matching.

[Mr.3000]

Alright I can respect that, The MLB holo does say it was worn the 11th and the photos are from the 11th, so Just adds to it for me. Kyle can you help me out here at all?


Gameusedfan1/Sheffield11, not even going to ask why you have 2 active ID's at the same time.


That said...you might want to consider revising your item description in your Ebay auction for your "June Pick up".

http://cgi.ebay.com/2006-JOSE-REYES-GAME-USED-ALL-STAR-METS-JERSEY-MLB-HOLO_W0QQitemZ320382218503QQcmdZViewItemQQptZLH_De faultDomain_0?hash=item4a9844b107&_trksid=p3911.c0.m14&_trkparms=65%3A3%7C66%3A2%7C39%3A1%7C240%3A1318%7C 301%3A1%7C293%3A1%7C294%3A50


As it's already been mentioned, each player is issued 2 jerseys for AS weekend. Based on your photo evidence, there is no way for you to definitively state that Reyes wore this particular jersey the entire AS weekend, through all fielding practices, all batting practices and even the HR Derby......as you do in your auction.


That's not only a bit presuptuous but quite misleading to any and all potential bidders. IMHO.


I apologize to all for the slight derail of this thread. Please resume your June postings ;)

[sportscentury]

Alright I can respect that, The MLB holo does say it was worn the 11th and the photos are from the 11th, so Just adds to it for me. Kyle can you help me out here at all?

Anthony, did you see posts 54 and 55 in this thread?

[sportscentury]

Gameusedfan1/Sheffield11, not even going to ask why you have 2 active ID's at the same time.


That said...you might want to consider revising your item description in your Ebay auction for your "June Pick up".

http://cgi.ebay.com/2006-JOSE-REYES-GAME-USED-ALL-STAR-METS-JERSEY-MLB-HOLO_W0QQitemZ320382218503QQcmdZViewItemQQptZLH_De faultDomain_0?hash=item4a9844b107&_trksid=p3911.c0.m14&_trkparms=65%3A3%7C66%3A2%7C39%3A1%7C240%3A1318%7C 301%3A1%7C293%3A1%7C294%3A50


As it's already been mentioned, each player is issued 2 jerseys for AS weekend. Based on your photo evidence, there is no way for you to definitively state that Reyes wore this particular jersey the entire AS weekend, through all fielding practices, all batting practices and even the HR Derby......as you do in your auction.


That's not only a bit presuptuous but quite misleading to any and all potential bidders. IMHO.


I apologize to all for the slight derail of this thread. Please resume your June postings ;)

I agree. There is some shady stuff going on here. See my last post, as well.

[gameused]

Hey guys, don't want to sound like a whiner, but I think a few would agree with me here, if your going to question another members item, why not open a a new thread and hash it out there. Would be nice to keep this open for only June pick-ups!

Thanks, Bobby

[LastingsMilledge85]

http://i698.photobucket.com/albums/vv345/Milledge85/DSC_0010.jpg?t=1244611370
Lastings Milledge signed letter responded to my "fan mail"
http://i698.photobucket.com/albums/vv345/Milledge85/DSC_0011.jpg?t=1244611529http://i698.photobucket.com/albums/vv345/Milledge85/DSC_0012.jpg?t=1244611574
http://i698.photobucket.com/albums/vv345/Milledge85/DSC_0001.jpg?t=1244611733http://i698.photobucket.com/albums/vv345/Milledge85/DSC_0002.jpg?t=1244611805http://i698.photobucket.com/albums/vv345/Milledge85/DSC_0003.jpg?t=1244611941http://i698.photobucket.com/albums/vv345/Milledge85/DSC_0004.jpg?t=1244611996http://i698.photobucket.com/albums/vv345/Milledge85/DSC_0005.jpg?t=1244612041http://i698.photobucket.com/albums/vv345/Milledge85/DSC_0006.jpg?t=1244612086http://i698.photobucket.com/albums/vv345/Milledge85/DSC_0007.jpg?t=1244612127http://i698.photobucket.com/albums/vv345/Milledge85/DSC_0008.jpg?t=1244612171http://i698.photobucket.com/albums/vv345/Milledge85/DSC_0009.jpg?t=1244612217

[Mr.3000]

Hey guys, don't want to sound like a whiner, but I think a few would agree with me here, if your going to question another members item, why not open a a new thread and hash it out there. Would be nice to keep this open for only June pick-ups!

Thanks, Bobby


My mistake. My apologies. If I feel the need to discuss his item any further I will do just that and start a seperate thread.


Jay

[joelsabi]

http://i698.photobucket.com/albums/vv345/Milledge85/DSC_0010.jpg?t=1244611370
Lastings Milledge signed letter responded to my "fan mail"
http://i698.photobucket.com/albums/vv345/Milledge85/DSC_0011.jpg?t=1244611529http://i698.photobucket.com/albums/vv345/Milledge85/DSC_0012.jpg?t=1244611574
http://i698.photobucket.com/albums/vv345/Milledge85/DSC_0001.jpg?t=1244611733http://i698.photobucket.com/albums/vv345/Milledge85/DSC_0002.jpg?t=1244611805http://i698.photobucket.com/albums/vv345/Milledge85/DSC_0003.jpg?t=1244611941http://i698.photobucket.com/albums/vv345/Milledge85/DSC_0004.jpg?t=1244611996http://i698.photobucket.com/albums/vv345/Milledge85/DSC_0005.jpg?t=1244612041http://i698.photobucket.com/albums/vv345/Milledge85/DSC_0006.jpg?t=1244612086http://i698.photobucket.com/albums/vv345/Milledge85/DSC_0007.jpg?t=1244612127http://i698.photobucket.com/albums/vv345/Milledge85/DSC_0008.jpg?t=1244612171http://i698.photobucket.com/albums/vv345/Milledge85/DSC_0009.jpg?t=1244612217

whoa. dod milledge send all that stuff? thats amazing.

[Gameusedfan1]

Honestly my jersey shows use, smells like sweat, and has pulled threads. It was definitely used by reyes and I personally feel that the pictures shown are a perfect match for it. Its up to the person of interest to decide for themselves but thats my opinion. Also I plan on keeping the jersey unless I get a good offer for it, I dont post all my items on here, just ones I would keep. I love my jersey. Now lets not waste anymore threads with this and lets see some more great june pick ups.

[Vintagedeputy]

Gameusedfan1/Sheffield11, not even going to ask why you have 2 active ID's at the same time.





BAM!

[allstarsplus]

I don't mean to stick my nose in here, but each player is issued 2 of these shirts. They wear them for workout day, the HR derby, and batting practice the day of the game. It stands to reason that Reyes may have worn both of the 2 issued to him. That means calling this a photomatch may not be completely accurate. I know Andrew Lang has an Alfonso Soriano BP shirt from 2006 with MLB holo listed in the database as game used, and I think you know about the other. So although he is also in the photo you posted with the Reyes photomatch, without a stain, pulled threads, etc calling Drew's shirt a match may also be a stretch.

mark

Mark - I would think some players could get issued more than 2 BP's as I have seen family wearing them too. I saw Mariano Rivera and his kids wearing the exact same jersey so I think it would come down to sizing also.

[MUSEOVEN]

THANKS.. RIGHT NOW I AM WORKING IN MY DISPLAY, LET ME TAKE SOME PICTURES AND POST..:)
;)

[sportscentury]

Hey guys, don't want to sound like a whiner, but I think a few would agree with me here, if your going to question another members item, why not open a a new thread and hash it out there. Would be nice to keep this open for only June pick-ups!

Thanks, Bobby

Bobby, no problem. I should point out that these issues regarding Gameusedfan1 (or whatever he's calling himself today) were brought up much earlier in this thread, long before Mr.3000 and I decided to ask why nothing has been done about the list of issues raised.

With this said, you know me well enough from the boards to know that I have no interest in derailing threads, especially one that is as joyful as a pick-ups thread. So no worries. I look forward to seeing more June pick-ups.

[mbenga28]

is the Getty images of Reyes BP the same jersey he wore in the photo session, because it doesn't line up with the member's jersey with regards to the collar.


http://imagecache5.art.com/p/LRG/20/2011/ONS6D00Z/carlos-beltran-tom-glavine-jose-reyes-paul-loduca-and-david-wright-2006-all-star-game.jpg

[Vintagedeputy]

http://i698.photobucket.com/albums/vv345/Milledge85/DSC_0010.jpg?t=1244611370
Lastings Milledge signed letter responded to my "fan mail"

http://i698.photobucket.com/albums/vv345/Milledge85/DSC_0001.jpg?t=1244611733http://i698.photobucket.com/albums/vv345/Milledge85/DSC_0002.jpg?t=1244611805http://i698.photobucket.com/albums/vv345/Milledge85/DSC_0003.jpg?t=1244611941http://i698.photobucket.com/albums/vv345/Milledge85/DSC_0004.jpg?t=1244611996http://i698.photobucket.com/albums/vv345/Milledge85/DSC_0005.jpg?t=1244612041http://i698.photobucket.com/albums/vv345/Milledge85/DSC_0006.jpg?t=1244612086http://i698.photobucket.com/albums/vv345/Milledge85/DSC_0007.jpg?t=1244612127http://i698.photobucket.com/albums/vv345/Milledge85/DSC_0008.jpg?t=1244612171http://i698.photobucket.com/albums/vv345/Milledge85/DSC_0009.jpg?t=1244612217

I see someone moving in on my Milledge collection :) :)

[LastingsMilledge85]

whoa. dod milledge send all that stuff? thats amazing.
Lastings sent me the letter. The rest was bought from various sources. The helmet is a Tatis helmet evrything else is Milledge.

[Masimen]

Here is my Hideki Matsui ST Jersey from the first ever games at the new Yankee Stadium as well as photo day and the first ST game. Shows nice use with a nice dirt stain on the back as well as some dirt on the numbers. Also photo matches perfectly.

[Gameusedfan1]

Here is my Hideki Matsui ST Jersey from the first ever games at the new Yankee Stadium as well as photo day and the first ST game. Shows nice use with a nice dirt stain on the back as well as some dirt on the numbers. Also photo matches perfectly.

What a great Jersey, Anyone would be lucky to have it.;)

[SkubeBats]

I just received these game used bats this week. The first bat is an un-cracked Mat Gamel bat from last year (he signed it Game Used 2008). The second bat is a Prince Fielder cracked ROOKIE bat from 2006 season, this bat is pounded with use ( Thanks TIM, HOFBATS). The third bat is an un-cracked Cecil Cooper bat from 83-85. The fourth bat is a cracked Pete Vuckovich bat from 1980.

[CUTiger]

Picked up two Khalil Greene LVS bats (top 2) from Left Field Collectibles. Name is misspelled Kahlil. I now own 3 of these out of a total of 12 that were ordered.

[dcgreg25]

Just picked up a London Fletcher GU Jersey (Captain's patch) and Jason Taylor GU Uniform from last year's game against the Cleveland Browns.

Jason Taylor GU Uniform 10/19/2008 vs. Browns
http://i297.photobucket.com/albums/mm233/gregguy25/13023_jason_taylor.jpghttp://i297.photobucket.com/albums/mm233/gregguy25/13023a_jason_taylor.jpg

London Fletcher GU Jersey 10/19/2008 vs. Browns

http://i297.photobucket.com/albums/mm233/gregguy25/13028_fletcher_game_used_captain_je.jpghttp://i297.photobucket.com/albums/mm233/gregguy25/13028b_fletcher_game_used_captain_j.jpg

[gatorcollector]

I won this Matt Bonner "Los Spurs" jersey in the last MeiGray NBA auction. It was worn March 20th against the Celtics.

[sportscentury]

I won this Matt Bonner "Los Spurs" jersey in the last MeiGray NBA auction. It was worn March 20th against the Celtics.

Very nice ... I love the Latina Noche jerseys. I missed out on bidding because of work. Congrats.

[tigerdale]

Omar Infantes 2006 ALDS batting helmet.........

[joelsabi]

1994 Alex Rodriguez Game Used Rawlings Batting Gloves

[mr.miracle]

Nick Markakis Game Used Bat photo matched to Jackie Robinson Day absolutely hammered with game use.

[spartakid]

I don't see the match. The part it appears you are trying to match is the portion below the YPX logo on the backside of the barrel, but the picture of your bat doesn't even show that portion of the bat. There are also some pretty distinct blue marks on top of the TPX logo in the Jackie Robinson day picture that don't appear on your bat. Am I missing something/looking at it incorrectly? Ricardo

[TNTtoys]

I don't see the match. The part it appears you are trying to match is the portion below the YPX logo on the backside of the barrel, but the picture of your bat doesn't even show that portion of the bat. There are also some pretty distinct blue marks on top of the TPX logo in the Jackie Robinson day picture that don't appear on your bat. Am I missing something/looking at it incorrectly? Ricardo

Ricardo,

You are not missing anything. It is definitely not the same bat. Look at the writing on the knobs in both photos. Not even close.

Nick

[Vintagedeputy]

I dont get showing a photo and not turning the bat in a way to match the photo.....:confused:

Nice bat though, and I kow some folks are looking for Markakis bats.

[mr.miracle]

I dont get showing a photo and not turning the bat in a way to match the photo.....:confused:

Nice bat though, and I kow some folks are looking for Markakis bats.


Sorry, I was too lazy!

[markize]

Brett,

Match or not, it's still a great looking bat with great use! Congrats!

mark

[allstarsplus]

Nick Markakis Game Used Bat photo matched to Jackie Robinson Day absolutely hammered with game use.

That ball mark on the back side of where the trademark is gives you a nice match and a lot more ball marks added after that. That gives the visualization of "in on the hands" of a batter!

Great pickup!!!

[sportscentury]

That ball mark on the back side of where the trademark is gives you a nice match and a lot more ball marks added after that. That gives the visualization of "in on the hands" of a batter!

Great pickup!!!

I'm confused ... I don't see the match. They look like different bats. Can we see better pics showing the match?

[allstarsplus]

I'm confused ... I don't see the match. They look like different bats. Can we see better pics showing the match?

There is no definitive match given the 1 picture. Needs some more work. That back of the trademark blue ball mark gives you a good start.

[mr.miracle]

I'm confused ... I don't see the match. They look like different bats. Can we see better pics showing the match?


Let me see what I can do about that. There is a definite match when you see the bat in person and in addition to one or two other pics from Getty from that game. I will see if I can bust out he camera and get you good photos.

[sportscentury]

Let me see what I can do about that. There is a definite match when you see the bat in person and in addition to one or two other pics from Getty from that game. I will see if I can bust out he camera and get you good photos.

I look forward to seeing them.

[mskwarek]

Recent auction pickup showed up on the doorstep yesterday. An awesome Sandberg gamer from '86-89. http://skwarekfamily.smugmug.com/photos/548211609_ejPwa-M.jpg

http://skwarekfamily.smugmug.com/photos/548211634_kASxv-S.jpg

[CUTiger]

2002 Keith Adams Berlin Thunder Jersey

[schubert1970]

I won the Pete Rose 1978 Tour of Japan Uniform. I came close to not bidding on this because I wasn’t sure about the jersey tag.

The COA comes from Sports Investments Inc. These are the same people I bought the Rose gambling check from. The really are authorities when it comes to anything Reds. I gave them a call and they gave me some great background information about the jersey and they also let me know they didn't consign this uniform to Lelands. If you ever need to know anything about Reds memorabilia call these guys. I spoke with Adam Wolter and he's a wealth of information. Their father bought the ball and bat from Rose that broke Cobb's record and various other unique items.

Also, I was searching the forum because I wanted to learn more about the tagging issues with the Reds jerseys. Below was a extremely helpful post from Rudy a few years ago. THANK YOU RUDY!!!!! After reading the post below I finally made up my mind to bid on this lot.

Although it's not a MLB game used, it's has to be one of the most unique Rose jersey's.

I've also attached a few more pics from some 1978 programs I purchased about the tour. Who knows, might even be able to photo match this thing.

Can anyone post a famous pic of Oh and some of the Reds players from one of the exhibition games?

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Cincinnati Reds Uniforms from the 1980s

December 11 2007 at 2:37 PMDave Grob

In response to an e-mail question about Cincinnati Reds uniforms from the 1980s, I offered this response.

"The Reds continued wearing Wilson road uniforms, something that began in 1968, throughout the decade of the 1980s. The only exception to this are the road uniforms worn in 1978 during the Tour of Japan. These were made by Rawlings as Rawlings was a sponsor of the tour. These road Tour of Japan uniforms feature a “R” on the exterior of the pants as well.

The home uniforms during the 1980s were manufactured by Rawlings, with the exception of 1985 and 1986. The 1985 and 1986 home uniforms were supplied by Goodman and Sons, and unlike their Wilson and Rawlings counterparts, are without any year or set identification. The Reds began wearing Rawlings uniforms in 1968, switching away from long time supplier MacGregor."

Dave Grob
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rudy.

[brianborsch]

Here's my June Pickup. I got this one in early June and am just getting around to posting this up. Per BMH this is a pro quality game model (not pro model) Albert Pujols bat. This bat was NOT issued to Pujols, but was ordered by a LVS rep and given to a Sam Suplizio most likely as a gift. It is 34 inches in length and is fresh! As close as you can get to an actually issued bat of Pujols!
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[AWA85]

I have had my eye on this jersey for a while now and finally have it in my collection. Want to thank Rob Steinmetz of authenticgamers.com for working with me, class act!

Barry Larkin 1995 Road Jersey from his MVP season.

[sportscentury]

I have had my eye on this jersey for a while now and finally have it in my collection. Want to thank Rob Steinmetz of authenticgamers.com for working with me, class act!

Barry Larkin 1995 Road Jersey from his MVP season.

One of the most under-rated players of all time. This should be easily photo-matchable ... let us know if you find a match. Nice pick-up!

[allstarsplus]

I wanted to Post some photos of an awesome Ryan Zimmerman red 2009 alternate jersey I was able to get.

The 1st red alternate jersey I was able to get was promised to a great collector who has been looking for one for many years!

So I get a call after Sunday's game that Ryan's red jersey is ready to be picked up. I start thinking that the Nats wore red jerseys on the Randy Johnson 300 win game too so this could have some great history too if it can be photomatched to that game also.

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[slambam]

I just made my first Game Used purchase earlier this month. I've been lurking around here for a while looking for the right deals, and decided to start with this Pujols 2001 GU hat...

[djusticefan]

Just picked up this great game used Pavel Bure stick from his Rangers days. Photomatched several times to a game against the devils in 2002 using the scratch mark through the easton logo seen in the 2nd picture.
http://by113w.bay113.mail.live.com/att/GetAttachment.aspx?tnail=4&messageId=de4826a5-c693-47a2-bb77-4a483908cfbb&Aux=54|0|8CBA245023111A0|
http://by113w.bay113.mail.live.com/att/GetAttachment.aspx?tnail=5&messageId=de4826a5-c693-47a2-bb77-4a483908cfbb&Aux=54|0|8CBA245023111A0|
http://cache2.asset-cache.net/xc/52317482.jpg?v=1&c=NewsMaker&k=2&d=17A4AD9FDB9CF19364A19ADEE617E8A8A34B7EAD731629D3 E829D436375060CA

[ironmanfan]

picked this Joe Nolan (member of '83 Orioles World Championship team) GU bat up from a fellow board member on eBay:

http://i88.photobucket.com/albums/k172/whhp72/Game%20Used/joenolan.jpg

[MUSEOVEN]

Hello: :)


victor Zambrano Game Used Jersey And Signed.-
tomas Perez Game Used Jersey And Signed.-
and Not New, But I Get Signed Yesterday, German Gonzalez Game Used Jersey.-

[metsbats]

I was finally able to get a pair of 2002 Alomar game pants to match my 2002 home pinstripe game used jersey. Not the best used pair out there but acceptable for the price.

[shoremen44]

2008 Nick Markakis - Photomatched bat

[hblakewolf]

2008 Nick Markakis - Photomatched bat

Photomatch? No. One bat has 21 on the knob, the other is void. Likweise, the bulge/indent in the tape is dofferent on each knob

Style match, yes.

Howard Wolf
hblakewolf@comcast.net

[Mauer7]

Sorry, thats what we call a style match. Clearly not a photomatch/\



2008 Nick Markakis - Photomatched bat

[shoremen44]

the 21 was added after the picture...

look closely at the second picture... you guys are telling me that there is more than one bat out there with black tape on top of white with the exact same white fold underneath and the dips in the black tape

[sportscentury]

the 21 was added after the picture...

look closely at the second picture... you guys are telling me that there is more than one bat out there with black tape on top of white with the exact same white fold underneath and the dips in the black tape

Very nice bat.

The dips look different to me. Why would the 21 be added after using it in action?

There seems to be a Markakis bat posting trend.

[markize]

2006 Alfonso Soriano uncracked Nationals bat. nice use, and tons of seam impressions. thanks to Anthony Richardson

[ifirocked]

Bobby Keilty's Jersey From the April 3+4 Exib. games Vs the Red Sox at Citi. Bobby will go down as getting the Mets first RBI at Citi field. He is also the first Met to DH there as well.

[gameu08]

A pair of game used david wright cleats he hit a homerun with that are mlb authenticated and photomatched. Also a david wright game used 2006 helmet. Looking to photomatch (could use some help)

[gameu08]

forgot the pictures...sorry

[allstarsplus]

the 21 was added after the picture...

look closely at the second picture... you guys are telling me that there is more than one bat out there with black tape on top of white with the exact same white fold underneath and the dips in the black tape

I see what you are saying!!! Nice!!!!

[Rboitano]

Im still not seeing a definate match on that Markakis bat. Why would the 21 be added later? The pine tar is close but doesnt look like a perfect match.

[500goals]

I picked up this sweet item for my Colorado collection. Game used Colorado Eagles Andrew Penner mask. It was in an auction with team matching my bid towards the Susan G. Komen Foundation. As a 2 time cancer survivor I'm happy to help a great cause as well. The link is a television piece about Andrew, the auction and the mask. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HndiPS41p0g (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HndiPS41p0g)

[sox83cubs84]

500goals:
To me, hockey goalie masks are the coolest item of all game-worn hockey equipment. The individdual design on many of them and the creativity that thought them up are fascinating. When Charlie O'Brien introduced the MLB goalie-style catcher's mask a bit over 10 years ago, I was hoping that MLB would display similar intriguing artwork Unfortunately, MLB poobahs stepped in and dictated that only a player number and the actual team logo (O'Brien originally had a snarling Blue Jay, not the official team logo on his) could appear on the mask.:(

Dave M.
Chicago area

[orioles03]

look at greg zauns mask of the orioles awesome looking mask

[shoremen44]

Zaun's masks

[jwasserman]

Nothing beats getting to meet your childhood hero and listen to a few baseball memories:

http://i52.photobucket.com/albums/g28/wassermj/Dwight%20Gooden/Signing2/goodenandjamie.jpg
http://i52.photobucket.com/albums/g28/wassermj/Dwight%20Gooden/Signing2/scan0004.jpg
http://i52.photobucket.com/albums/g28/wassermj/Dwight%20Gooden/Signing2/scan0007.jpg

[jrd]

Here's my latest pickup...many thanks to Tim at hofbats!

http://i9.photobucket.com/albums/a70/jrdurdle/Baseball/Game%20Used/JGiambiBrl.jpg
http://i9.photobucket.com/albums/a70/jrdurdle/Baseball/Game%20Used/JGiambiBrl2.jpg
http://i9.photobucket.com/albums/a70/jrdurdle/Baseball/Game%20Used/JGiambiKnb.jpg

[russyurk]

Another Team USA pickup, 1984 Olympic worn uniform of John Hoover. The third picture shows where the GE sponsor patch was removed staying in line with I.O.C. by-lay 51 prohibiting advertising on uniforms.

[skinsfan0521]

My first GU Rich Thompson item. It's hammered w/use, cracked handle, cleat marks, pine tar, etc.

-Brian

[ironmanfan]

Nothing beats getting to meet your childhood hero and listen to a few baseball memories:

http://i52.photobucket.com/albums/g28/wassermj/Dwight%20Gooden/Signing2/goodenandjamie.jpg
http://i52.photobucket.com/albums/g28/wassermj/Dwight%20Gooden/Signing2/scan0004.jpg
http://i52.photobucket.com/albums/g28/wassermj/Dwight%20Gooden/Signing2/scan0007.jpg

Jay:

I was working that Gooden event yesterday with Schulte Sports Marketing...Would have been great to meet you! Forum member Geoff Stuart stopped by briefly as well to say hello....We'll be having Jim Rice in September and perhaps another player in before then too (possibly Jim Palmer).

Bill

[TAFKADixie]

My first helmet, a Jeff Baker Spring Training Rockies lid. MLB Authenticated sticker inside though the number isn't in the database. Are there actually differences between ST and reg season helmets?


http://i9.photobucket.com/albums/a83/TAFKADixie/Picture001-2.jpg

http://i9.photobucket.com/albums/a83/TAFKADixie/Picture002-2.jpg

http://i9.photobucket.com/albums/a83/TAFKADixie/Picture003-1.jpg

[33bird]

Darryl Chaney/Roger Nelson dual game used Reds bat from either 1973 or 1974. Ed Armbrister game used 1977 Reds bat.

[jwasserman]

hey jay,
i probably saw you and didnt even know. where were you working? i would have loved to have said hi. ive seen geoff a few times. i know he was hoping to get some mets autographs that day but missed him.

ill definitely be back for the next signing- this one was the smoothest ive ever attended!



Jay:

I was working that Gooden event yesterday with Schulte Sports Marketing...Would have been great to meet you! Forum member Geoff Stuart stopped by briefly as well to say hello....We'll be having Jim Rice in September and perhaps another player in before then too (possibly Jim Palmer).

Bill

[gameused]

jwasserman,

Send me an email, I seen a rare Gooden item that you might be interested in.

Thanks, Bobby
hawaii_five0@yahoo.com

[LastingsMilledge85]

http://i698.photobucket.com/albums/vv345/Milledge85/DSC_0003.jpg?t=1244611941http://i698.photobucket.com/albums/vv345/Milledge85/DSC_0004.jpg?t=1244611996
Browsing Syracuse.com and found a photomatch to my hat.
http://photos.syracuse.com/photos/post-standard/bbc2baff0e12952374af1869c47f0beb.jpg

[Mr.3000]

Browsing Syracuse.com and found a photomatch to my hat.
http://photos.syracuse.com/photos/post-standard/bbc2baff0e12952374af1869c47f0beb.jpg


Looks to be a style match. Impossible to tell if it's a photo match....UNLESS the hat was only worn one day. I'm jumping in on the tail end of this thread, without having read previous posts.

If it was worn only one day, then great job!

[wallywillrake]

believe i have a rich thompson diamondbacks bat

-Brian[/quote]

[3arod13]

2008 Alex Rodriguez "Final Series at Yankee Stadium " Game Used Bat

Bat was used during the series between the Baltimore Orioles at New York Yankees from 19-21 September 2008. Final series at Yankee Stadium in 2008.

[skinsfan0521]

LastingsMilledge - Even if it was only worn for one day, it's not a photomatch unless you can show that the exact hat was the one that you have in your possession. Even if it was only worn for one day, it's still just a style match.

wallywillrake - I may be interested. What's your email address?

-Brian

[shoremen44]

Two more O's pick-ups for my Catcher collection

1980-83 Rick Dempsey
and
1984-87 Floyd Rayford

[cordovacollector]

Darryl Chaney/Roger Nelson dual game used Reds bat from either 1973 or 1974. Ed Armbrister game used 1977 Reds bat.

Very sweet bats! You can't beat an H&B in my book.

[LastingsMilledge85]

LastingsMilledge - Even if it was only worn for one day, it's not a photomatch unless you can show that the exact hat was the one that you have in your possession. Even if it was only worn for one day, it's still just a style match.
It looks identical to the one I have. Plus how many hats are they going to have for one player for a hat that was only worn on one day to be later auctioned off? I'm banking on that's the hat.

[skinsfan0521]

I agree with you that it's the hat... it's just that it can't be called a true photomatch unless there's something specifically identifiable in that picture that can be exactly matched to the hat in your possession. If you search on here, you'll see that there have been MANY, MANY discussions about this.

-Brian

[LastingsMilledge85]

I agree with you that it's the hat... it's just that it can't be called a true photomatch unless there's something specifically identifiable in that picture that can be exactly matched to the hat in your possession. If you search on here, you'll see that there have been MANY, MANY discussions about this.

-Brian
The only reason why I called it a photomatch is because I almost positive it's the hat. I have a game used jersey from Lastings, and there's many pictures of him wearing that jersey, and I can't match it for sure. Therefore, I never posted a picture of him wearing that jersey because he has more than one of them. With this hat there can only be one (I hope).

[Vintagedeputy]

The only reason why I called it a photomatch is because I almost positive it's the hat. I have a game used jersey from Lastings, and there's many pictures of him wearing that jersey, and I can't match it for sure. Therefore, I never posted a picture of him wearing that jersey because he has more than one of them. With this hat there can only be one (I hope).

Just be careful - there's a looooooong way between photomatch and "almost positive"....just ask Lampson!

[shoremen44]

Adam Jones 2009 game used bat... broken in the first pitch in 4th inning vs Seattle on 6-09-09

[5kRunner]

Adam Jones 2009 game used bat... broken in the first pitch in 4th inning vs Seattle on 6-09-09

Wow! So you are telling me he broke it, and 10 days late you have it? That's cool.

Great Photomatch!

[spartakid]

Where is the match? I see that you circled the tar/Mota on the handle, but I don't see a uniqueness to it. You also circled the M logo in the middle, but I didn't see why. Can someone clue me in here. thanks, Ricardo

[Mauer7]

Glad I'm not the only one that doesn't see it. Looks like a bunch of circles wandering aimlessly.



Where is the match? I see that you circled the tar/Mota on the handle, but I don't see a uniqueness to it. You also circled the M logo in the middle, but I didn't see why. Can someone clue me in here. thanks, Ricardo

[Rboitano]

I dont see a match there either, same on that Markakis bat. Looks like your pointing out random areas on each bat, I would say style match on both. Their is nothing on either bat that would say that is without a doubt a match .

[fanofjerseys]

Gordon Beckham #5 & Dayan Viciedo #52 game worn Birmingham Barons jerseys from the 2009 Rickwood Classic.

[justinwc80]

Just got these, Eric Davis early model bat, and Ken Griffey from a fellow forum member

[shoremen44]

Where is the match? I see that you circled the tar/Mota on the handle, but I don't see a uniqueness to it. You also circled the M logo in the middle, but I didn't see why. Can someone clue me in here. thanks, Ricardo


Glad I'm not the only one that doesn't see it. Looks like a bunch of circles wandering aimlessly.


I dont see a match there either, same on that Markakis bat. Looks like your pointing out random areas on each bat, I would say style match on both. Their is nothing on either bat that would say that is without a doubt a match .

I new people were going to comment.... thats why I didnt say it was an exact photomatch...

with that said I know it is the bat as I got it from an impecable source who got it from the O's... as well... I am not randomly circling areas... I was trying to circle where the tar stopped and started on the bat as well as some ball marks... Getty doesn't have any photos so I did the best I could off MLB.TV

As far as the Markakis goes... no the photo doesn't have a model number on ot, but to me the black tape overlaying the white is perfect

I realize everyone is tough on photomatches, but I have never seen two bats that are exactly alike, as well I have only ever seen two or three perfect photomatches...

I think these are good, and since they are going to hang on my wall, in the end thats all that really matters

[Vintagedeputy]

I new people were going to comment.... thats why I didnt say it was an exact photomatch...



Well now see, therein lies the problem. A photomatch is an exact thing, there's no such thing as an "almost photomatch" or as another poster said earlier, "almost positive" its a photomatch. A photomatch must be exact by the very nature of the definition.

[rowdyreptile15]

I guess I just don't understand this whole photo matching phenomenon. Now I'm not accusing anyone of anything, I'm just new to all of this and it doesn't seem fool proof to me.

So you have a picture of a jersey and it has loose threads or a little dirt speck on it...who is to say you didn't pull those threads or smear the dirt?

I guess this relates more to people who turn around and sell them...if you were collecting them for yourself it would be pointless to fake it.

Anyway, just something I've been wondering.

[metsbats]

I just received this Lenny Dykstra 1988 NLCS game issued bat.

Instead of packing peanuts the seller used two pairs of swim trunks, 2 gyms shorts, and a Toronto parks dept t shirt. All my size too! Bonus!

[bigtime59]

Without getting into the photomatching debate, I'm going to bask in the warm glow of the Orioles having the best outfield in baseball that nobody's ever heard of!
Jones - Markakis - Reimold. Good, young and under team control for a long while yet. It's about time.
:D

[joelsabi]

Instead of packing peanuts the seller used two pairs of swim trunks, 2 gyms shorts, and a Toronto parks dept t shirt. All my size too! Bonus!


I always get packing peanuts.

[metsbats]

I always get packing peanuts.


Me too.

Believe me I was very surprised when I reached into the box and starting pulling out old gym cloths and swim trunks:eek:

[newyork2]

I just received this Lenny Dykstra 1988 NLCS game issued bat.

Instead of packing peanuts the seller used two pairs of swim trunks, 2 gyms shorts, and a Toronto parks dept t shirt. All my size too! Bonus!

LOL thats awesome!

[newyork2]

I new people were going to comment.... thats why I didnt say it was an exact photomatch...

with that said I know it is the bat as I got it from an impecable source who got it from the O's... as well... I am not randomly circling areas... I was trying to circle where the tar stopped and started on the bat as well as some ball marks... Getty doesn't have any photos so I did the best I could off MLB.TV

As far as the Markakis goes... no the photo doesn't have a model number on ot, but to me the black tape overlaying the white is perfect

I realize everyone is tough on photomatches, but I have never seen two bats that are exactly alike, as well I have only ever seen two or three perfect photomatches...

I think these are good, and since they are going to hang on my wall, in the end thats all that really matters

Photomatches are much easier with MLB holograms, also they are not as rare as you make them out to be.

[LastingsMilledge85]

I never thought photomatches was the end all be all. It's rediculous that people have to freak out about it. It's just a picture, and just an item. With my case I made an assumption because it was only worn once, I assume and hope that there is only one out there, and I purchased it from the team. Sorry I caused this problem.

[metsbats]

I never thought photomatches was the end all be all. It's rediculous that people have to freak out about it. It's just a picture, and just an item. With my case I made an assumption because it was only worn once, I assume and hope that there is only one out there, and I purchased it from the team. Sorry I caused this problem.


No need to be sorry. I would have made the same assumption if the item is authenticated as the only one worn on a particular day and I found a photo of the player wearing it on that day.

In any event looks like you got yourself a really nice Milledge cap and as long you are happy with it is all that counts irregardless of it being photomatched or style matched.

Enjoy!

[treant985]

Gordon Beckham #5 & Dayan Viciedo #52 game worn Birmingham Barons jerseys from the 2009 Rickwood Classic.

FOJ--may I ask where you got those? I'm a fan of Brandon Allen, who just got called up from Birmhingham, and I'm looking for any of his GU stuff...

[gatorcollector]

I won this the other night on MLB Auctions. Team USA jersey worn by Gator baseball player Matt Den Dekker. He was drafted by the Pirates but hopefully will come back to the Gators next year. I was going to wait until I received it to post it, but the fine print says it can up to 4 weeks for them to ship a jersey! The auction pics aren't that good, but the front seems to show some good use.

[bigtruck260]

I think these are good, and since they are going to hang on my wall, in the end thats all that really matters

This is true Bert.

If you have other proof that an item was used during a certain game...and you are planning on keeping it for yourself - photo matching is really only a necessity if you are trying to sell the item - or plan on displaying the item with a photo. So really, who cares?

To my eyes, it looks like you have a start with a few bats with the limited images available. Maybe something will be clearer down the line.

BTW, with the kind of collecton you have, this (or the Markakis bat) being matched are probably not major priorities. :D

[Mauer7]

Picked up this Ron Gardenhire 2006 Game Worn Jersey - MLB Authenticated from Tay. It is photomatched to the 2006 ALDS between the Twins and Athletics. I also have the 2006 Ron Gardenhire Locker Room Nameplate - MLB Authenticated.

[chakes89]

Jeremy Hamilton 2007 Team USA Game Used Bat

Craig Tatum 2009 Game Used Rawlings (My first Rawlings with the new labeling)

Justin Tordi Cincinnati Reds Game Worn Spring Training Jersey

[MichaelofSF]

It's been a while since I have posted some pick ups, here are a few pickups from this year:

George Brett game used 1977-79 bat cracked handle, purchased from Bert (shoremen44) from Tim at HOF bats. Thanks again for the smooth transaction Bert
http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3548/3649528088_8d7a05d068_b.jpg
http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2478/3648732637_9ef13f726e_b.jpg
http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3617/3648728579_ea289900dd_b.jpg
http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2480/3649530772_cbe6ec576c.jpg?v=0

Zack Greinke 2008 game used stars and stripes cap, mlb hologram stylematched (MLB auctions):
http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3390/3648736177_aa71ce5cc0_b.jpg

Greinke game used Wichita Wranglers jersey (also used by Mike Aviles) that he wore during 2006. Greinke spent the season in Wichita after he decided to return to baseball. It was a good season with Gordon, Butler and Greinke in AA ball
http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2431/3649525962_cb7e3decec_b.jpg

[gatorcollector]

Justin Tordi Cincinnati Reds Game Worn Spring Training Jersey
Justin's a Gator. Where did you get his jersey? Can you post a pic?

[chakes89]

Justin's a Gator. Where did you get his jersey? Can you post a pic?
I won it on eBay last night

Here is a link to the auction:

http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=200351685417

[nomo121]

It's been a good month.

Frank Catalanotto Game Used Bat- Blue Jays
Andy Fox- GU Bat- Expos

Not game used, but cool, a Miriam Hossa signed Stick.. Too bad my Wings didn't do it.

If anyone knows of a Catalanotto Tigers bat, let me know.

Thanks
Mike
Nomo121@aol.com

[anj1027]

It's been a good month.

Frank Catalanotto Game Used Bat- Blue Jays
Andy Fox- GU Bat- Expos

Not game used, but cool, a Miriam Hossa signed Stick.. Too bad my Wings didn't do it.

If anyone knows of a Catalanotto Tigers bat, let me know.

Thanks
Mike
Nomo121@aol.com

any pics of those bats man? i'd like to see them.

[gameu08]

Just picked up this pounded Posada Gamer

[vivian]

wow nice collection gameu08 http://www.pppcm.com/138l1291.jpg

[Vintagedeputy]

Just picked up this pounded Posada Gamer

Where'd you snag that one?

[nomo121]

file:///C:/Documents%20and%20Settings/Mike/Desktop/Alternate%20Desktop/Desk%202/bat%20pics/my%20bats/IMG_1309.JPGHere are some of my bats from this month. A Frank Catalanotto Toronto bat, an Andy Fox Expos, and a Hossa signed (not GU) stick.

Hopefully i'm attached the pictures correctly.file:///C:/Documents%20and%20Settings/Mike/Desktop/Alternate%20Desktop/Desk%202/bat%20pics/my%20bats/IMG_1310.JPG

[nomo121]

Here are some of my bats from this month. A Frank Catalanotto Toronto bat, an Andy Fox Expos, and a Hossa signed (not GU) stick.

Hopefully i'm attached the pictures correctly.


Okay, so maybe now this worked?

[allstarsplus]

Jordan Zimmermann's 1st Nationals Home Cool Base jersey!

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[brianborsch]

I just picked this bat up: Game Used Uncracked Pablo Sandoval bat. The Panda's been pretty good as of late, and his stuff is hard to find! I don't have it yet, but it is on its way! Enjoy!

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[skinsfan0521]

Got this after the Binghamton Mets game on Friday. I'm thinking of going to the game tonight to see if I can get it signed.:

Ruben Tejada used and cracked bat

-Brian

[Vintagedeputy]

Jordan Zimmermann's 1st Nationals Home Cool Base jersey!



Gorgeous!

Cornering the market on Zimmerman(n) jerseys? :)

[allstarsplus]

Gorgeous!

Cornering the market on Zimmerman(n) jerseys? :)

You got it!!!! I have the monopoly! LOL

It was JZim's 1st RBI game ever!!!

[dcgreg25]

I just picked up an Eric Metcalf 2001 GU Jersey which was originally obtained through Gridiron exchange. It has not arrived yet but here are some pics.

Eric Metcalf GU 2001 Redskins Jersey

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[dcgreg25]

Mark Derosa GU Jackie Robinson Day Jersey
Derosa went 1-5 with a run and RBI.


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[gannonknight85]

Greg, Sorry if there are some of my fingerprints on your DeRosa jersey, I walked around with it at the team shop deciding whether to buy that jersey or the garko bat that I did buy, anyway I'm glad it went to a forum member that I know will enjoy it as much as i would have. Congrats on the nice pick up.

[dcgreg25]

Andy, thanks for the kind words. I stand corrected that I just picked up a Mark DeRosa/Andy Smith GU jersey! :D

[mskwarek]

Andy, thanks for the kind words. I stand corrected that I just picked up a Mark DeRosa/Andy Smith GU jersey! :D

Very cool pickup on the DeRosa jersey.... I was lucky to have DeRosa sign my 2008 Cubs GU jersey this past weekend when he made his return to Chicago.

If you are ever looking to move the jersey, or if you run across another DeRosa gamer in the Indians store, please let me know.

Mike

[Blitzmaster]

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Gotta post one for the football guys....1996 John Randle that I "STOLE" off of Ebay for less than a pair of tennis shoes. Shows tons of wear with 4 repairs and has blood stains on the back numbers and is autographed. No other defensive tackle in the history of modern football has more sacks than Randle(136.5).

[3arod13]

My first Edgar Martinez bat arrived this morning. It's a LVS M356 from 2000 with a slight crack and shows tons of use in the form of multiple ball marks and blue ink transfers, cleat marks, and ball stitch and donut impressions. Also has heavy pine tar with some amber drip clusters on the mid-upper handle. Auto'd and inscribed "gamer."


Nice bat! I'm alway surpised when I see a bat handle showing so much use like this one, yet the barrel doesn't. I would think the barrel would also show many ball marks and use.

Thoughts?

Tony

[TFig27]

Nice bat! I'm alway surpised when I see a bat handle showing so much use like this one, yet the barrel doesn't. I would think the barrel would also show many ball marks and use.

Thoughts?

Tony

Tony,

Here is info I received from Brian when I asked him a similar question about a Tino bat I have:

Tino and Posada received what we called the epoxy finish. If you have ever seen our Composite wood bat, it's what is on the outside of the bat without the fiberglass. It was a really hard finish but we could not control the weight that it added to the bat. We stopped making it after Edgar and Tino retired.

Oh yeah, the epoxy finish was much thicker and harder than the Smith finish. The problem was we couldn't control how much epoxy would be soaked into the wood. So to get say 12 bats that weight 31oz we were usually making 18 bats and taking the closest to the correct weight, it was very wasteful. They did order bats without finish too.

Hope that helps,
Tom

[woodward30]

Game Used 1997 Tony Gwynn San Diego Padres Jersey

Tony Gwynn was a 1st ballot Hall of Famer, 15-time All Star, 8-time batting champion, and 5-time Gold Glove winner. His .338 career batting average is the highest career batting average since one Ted Williams. Gwynn hit .372 in 1997, which is his second highest season batting average next to his .394 average in his 1994 strike-shortened campaign. It has the team San Diego Padres patch as well as the 1997 Jackie Robinson 50th Anniversary patch. The jersey shows pretty good use with loose stitching from multiple washings as well as a few holes near the bottom probably from Gwynn tucking the jersey in. I got this beauty from Howard Wolf. Howard, I can't thank you enough!

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[buckeyegamers]

Just arrived in the mail today.

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