Detroit Tigers GU

[MUSEOVEN]

eugenio suarez game used jersey (st. patrick day/ spring training).-
bruce rondon game used jersey (st. patrick day/ spring training).-
bruce rondon game used cap.-
jose alvarez game used jersey (st. patrick day/ spring training).-
jose alvarez game used jersey (post season 2013).-

[MUSEOVEN]

omar vizquel game used jersey (spring training).-
omar vizquel game used cap (st. patrick day/ spring training).-
omar vizquel locker tag.-
lockers tags.-
miguel cabrera foul ball.-

[mbrieve]

I've taken a little break from collecting Tigers game used, but was able to get this 2007 bat signed by CMo last night at the final Whitecaps Tiger Friday game:

http://i233.photobucket.com/albums/ee92/mbriev16/CMobat_zps4a6f5e80.png

[spartanservitto]

Porcello game used 2012 jersey - looking for other game used items if anyone has them

[ccmunner]

I'm looking for some '84 Tigers bats. Of course the hard to find ones, please let me know if you have any of these you wouldn't mind parting with. I'm looking for: Castillo, Kuntz, Jones, Garbey, Lowry, Simmons. Thanks.
You can e-mail me at munsonc@sbcglobal.net

[joetiger83]

This thread was too hard to find so back to the top we go-


JD Martinez HR from 7/5/2014 - Career HR #35 and #11 in the 2014 Season - Ball hit off of the foul pole as you can see the yellow mark in the pic

Victor Martinez HR from 9/25/2014 - Last HR hit in his career high season #32 - Ball hit the Belle Tire banner as you can see the blue mark in the pic

Nick Castellanos HR from 9/27/2014 - Career HR #11 - Last HR hit in Rookie Season

Ian Kinsler HR from Game 162 on 9/28/2014 - Tigers clinch AL Central (Finally)

[tigerdale]

Those are 4 fantastic Home Run baseballs Joe!!!!!!!!!!!

[spartanservitto]

Ricky P gamers - career win 47

[DarronMarkwood]

Those Porcello jerseys turned out great Tony - he did a good job on my Stars hat as well. Picked up jerseys of Joe Nathan (28th Save vs. Yankees), Joba Chamberlain (Gave up HR vs. Angels), and Rajai Davis (7th HR) just to get those in the collection.

Joe - Surprised the Torii Hunter batting helmet didn't go for the price you had it at online. Was going to add it to the Torii collection. One of these days, I'll take some pictures of this stuff. Been too lazy. Keep posting guys!

If anyone is interested in trading (or buying) for a 2013 playoff Victor Martinez Game Used BP hat - let me know. I have a couple of them (one signed), but looking to move the unsigned one. Open to offers as I posted for $250 but willing to listen to offers. Even has VIC on the inside. Will trade toward other Detroit Game Used items with MLB hologram. Pictures attached. Bought direct from Comerica Park.

Here's the hologram info: Hologram number EK864873 was located in the MLB Authentication Database under TEAM ISSUED CAP.
Session Product Description: BATTING PRACTICE CAP
Session Name: POSTSEASON AUTHENTICATION
Session Date: October 31, 2013
Autographer:
Authenticator: AUTHENTICATORS, INC.

[TwinLakesPark]

Here are some Lou Whitaker bats that I have picked up this summer, from top to bottom:

1977-79 H&B W215, light use (rookie era)
1984 Worth, 9 grain, heavy use
1989 Rawlings, pounded/heavy use
1991 Rawings, light use
1991 LVS K48, no use

[tigerdale]

'Sweet' Lou bats!!:)

[Moose1984]

Alan Trammell GU, 1984 Team

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[joetiger83]

Been awhile since I've posted any items in this thread. Here are 2 Castellanos bats from last season.

Game Used Mother's Day Bat - Authenticated as team issued at the end of the season, uncracked, photomatched to the game, and clearly used after the game judging by the blue ball marks and added tar.

Game Used and Autographed Bat - Authenticated to Career Hit #82 and RBI #32. Photomatched to his 1st Career Triple on 6/29/2014.

[TigersCubs84]

WOW! It's a beautiful thing!

[tigerdale]

Joe, awesome Castellanos bats. Also, your Don Kelly website looks great!!!

[bbocan]

Hello, is the Suarez locker tag available? bbocan@yahoo.com please!

[bbocan]

omar vizquel game used jersey (spring training).-
omar vizquel game used cap (st. patrick day/ spring training).-
omar vizquel locker tag.-
lockers tags.-
miguel cabrera foul ball.-

Hello, wondering if the Suarez locker tag is available? Thank you! bbocan@yahoo.com

[skyking26]

1979 Home Lance Parrish Detroit Tigers Jersey

[skyking26]

Game Used Miguel Cabrera Home Jersey from 5/24/11. Signed and inscribed to this game he hit a HR.

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[swainer]

Great jerseys Bob!!! Glad you're uploading some of your collection!

Peace!

John

[DarronMarkwood]

Man... that's a great Cabrera piece too! Always great doing deals - Joe has been great with me on transactions. Throwing these two out there. I have an Alex Avila game used jersey from last year's playoffs (2014) from Game 2 and a Phil Coke autograph game used jersey from 2012. Can include pictures and send as needed. I got them in a trade with a guy for other jerseys. Just looking to move them. Feel free to contact me or post here if interested.

[Moose1984]

Early 1980s Tigers BP Jersey (Wilson) Al Cowens 1981

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[Moose1984]

ALAN TRAMMELL 2004
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[Moose1984]

Larry Herndon 1986 76951

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[tigerdale]

A few bats from team members of the 84 Tigers...Laga, a couple Castillos & Baker!

[mbrieve]

A few bats from team members of the 84 Tigers...Laga, a couple Castillos & Baker!

WOAH!!! Very impressive, tough bats.

[tigerdale]

A couple game used 2014 ALDS signed bats!!

[Tigersrawsome]

Nice bats Dale!

[Lumber 1980]

Jays Cecil Fielder jersey 1988




http://gameusedonly.com/cecil-fielder-1988/

[skyking26]

'95 Lou Whitaker signed with Mears LOA

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[russyurk]

A little slow in posting but I was able to add Victor Martinez's 2015 spring training jersey. I was in Lakeland for the first time and was there when he received his Tiger of the Year award. Jersey is photo matched to the single large white stitch on the "D". Photos were found via the Getty Images app on my iPad and the app has been amazing when trying to photo match jerseys.

[russyurk]

Not sure exactly what I have here. While attending spring training this year I stopped by the Tigers Foundation table to see what was available. This jersey caught my eye as I hadn't picked up a 2013 post season jersey yet. All of the jerseys were folded and it was difficult to see many of the details. The old ladies "guarding" the table weren't very friendly and frankly were downright rude when I asked if I could see the tag, etc. One finally relented and that's when the confusion set in, it had a regular season tag with the JS N marks denoting it was a new jersey. I was able to get it at a good price and I was happy with my purchase. When I returned home I was able to photo match it to at least three regular season starts and possibly a fourth. Not sure why the playoff patch was added as the Tigers have moved to new, playoff tagged sets for the post season.

[skyking26]

1984 Willie Hernandez Road GU jersey. Signed and inscribed!

[skyking26]

Home signed Kirk Gibson GU helmet!

[skyking26]

My Cabrera collection. The Zinger and X-Bat are new additions and yet to be signed. He just did a private but things have been a bit tight financially of late.

[skyking26]

Latest additions from the 1984 World Championship Tigers. All very tuff bats. Top bat is Rod Allen, Tigers announcer, known more for his time in Japan chasing a pitcher that hit him rather than his brief 50-something MLB AB's. Never have seen another.

The Allen is followed by Marty Castillo, Scott Earl, Mike Laga and the deceased Dwight Lowry.

[Tigersrawsome]

http://www.gameuseduniverse.com/vb_forum/showthread.php?t=65804&highlight=Miggy

[sek122482]

Picked up a couple of game used Tigers jerseys. 1989 Dick Tracewski and 1992 Milt Cuyler.

Scott
sek122482@yahoo.com

[TwinLakesPark]

Picked up a couple of game used Tigers jerseys. 1989 Dick Tracewski and 1992 Milt Cuyler.

Scott
sek122482@yahoo.com

Nice jerseys, I made a run at the Sparky and Whitaker ones in the same auction but didn't get them. I was able to photo match the Sparky jersey and really wanted it!

[ccmunner]

What auction were the Sparky and Whitaker jerseys in?

[TwinLakesPark]

What auction were the Sparky and Whitaker jerseys in?

Chris - they were in the Paul Fusco Auction, which was terribly run. They used 3 different auction software platforms to advertise and take absentee bids, then conducted a live auction on the same items after the closing of absentee bidding. With that said, someone got a Sparky jersey for $350 and a Whitaker jersey for $250.

[sek122482]

I would be interested in moving the Tracewski or Cuyler if anyone is interested, I collect mostly helmets but loved the look of these jerseys.

Scott
sek122482@yahoo.com

[ccmunner]

Thanks Wes. Never heard of that one. It always kills me when I miss out on something...even if it's just seeing photos of the items. I don't need to own everything but it's nice to see what's out there.

[skyking26]

Sek - sent u an email days ago regarding helmets I have available. No reply.

[ccmunner]

My funds are lacking right now so I need to hold off on the helmets. Thanks.

[skyking26]

My funds are lacking right now so I need to hold off on the helmets. Thanks.

Sorry CC; the post was meant for SEK above who expressed a desire for helmets. He has returned my email.

[JCC1968]

Hi

Looking for tigerdale have some super rare tiger pieces I want to show him.

Please contact me at christemsenjason5@gmail.com


Thanks
Jason

[TwinLakesPark]

I have been casually looking for a Sheffield jersey and stumbled upon this one yesterday locally in Tampa. It was framed and came from Sheffield's personal collection. At first it was a head scratcher because the Tigers did not wear this style in 2007 and 2008, but with a little bit of research I found a turn back the clock game that was played on June 2, 2007 where the Tigers wore these uniforms. The jersey has a few light spots of staining and a custom hem. At first the hem had me concerned but I found several examples of his jerseys being hemmed in 2007. I am very happy to add this jersey to my collection, especially since these Tigers pullover jerseys are very difficult to find!

[swainer]

Great pickup, Wes! I hope you are well!

[swainer]

Picked up this neat jersey. 1974 Ron Leflore home jersey. I picked it up from a family member of Jimmy Karalla's. For those that don't know, Jimmy was in prison with Leflore and is credited with getting him a tryout with then Tiger's manager Billy Martin. It had been in their closet since 1976 when Leflore gave it to them. It appears the jersey may have been used through 76 spring training. The NOB appears original and unaltered but the jersey underwent a number change. The original number is 42 which makes sense since Leflore wore #42 during the 74 season. He switched to #8 in 75 which I'm assuming this jersey was worn in spring training. As we know, the Tigers were famously "thrifty" and recycled the previous years jersey for use in spring training the following year. What had me scratching my head though is there is an outline of a circular patch on the left sleeve. Which would indicate there was the Detroit version of the Bicentennial patch they wore in 76 on the jersey. So I'm not sure if the jersey was only worn in spring training in 75 and retired until spring training of 76 or worn during the 75 season as well. Regardless it is a pretty cool jersey with a neat story attached. I'm going to send it to Mr. Miedema to ensure my novice jersey examining skills are accurate.

Peace!

John

[skyking26]

Picked up Miguel Cabrera's St. Patrick's Day ensemble; jersey used to hit 3rd homer of the spring and hat pictured below.

[tigerdale]

John,
Love that Leflore jersey & the story behind it!!! Great pickup!!

[TigersCubs84]

That LeFlore is outstanding. I was in H.S. during those years, he was a big favorite. I've got a few great LeFlore stories, most Tiger fans do. Loved that One in a million movie.

[swainer]

Nice pick up, Bob! Love the St. Paddy's jerseys.

Thanks guys! I like the jersey a lot especially with the story attached to it. I'd LOVE to hear some of your Leflore stories if you're willing to share. Email me if you have time.

Happy Friday!

Peace,

John

[TwinLakesPark]

Alan Trammell BP Jersey, circa 1979 - 1985.

[sportsbaron]

Here is my 1982 Kirk Gibson gamer

[swainer]

Wes,

That Tram BP jersey is iconic!!!

Sportsbaron,

Your Gibby jersey is amazing! Great piece.

Thanks for sharing guys!

Peace,

John

[sox83cubs84]

WOW! Two great pieces from two of the most important members of the '84 World Champs, before that year. I like 'em!:D

Dave Miedema

[sportsbaron]

WOW! Two great pieces from two of the most important members of the '84 World Champs, before that year. I like 'em!:D

Dave Miedema

I had you authenticate this jersey many years ago!

[tigerdale]

since its been 40 years now since our Bicentennial...........

[VanPoppelFan]

Hi, all! Beautiful, beautiful collections and jerseys (I love coming in here and looking).

I'm looking for advice on Tigers' jerseys, though - are there particular sites or sellers that you folks go through to find some of your stuff? I'm on Himelstein's mailing list, I check eBay regularly, but that's about it (maybe a list of auction sites people typically have success at?). I'd really like to find a Zumaya, and I'm not sure if there are other places I can/should look; you guys are able to find some real gems, so I hope I'm missing something.

[VanPoppelFan]

Jays Cecil Fielder jersey 1988




http://gameusedonly.com/cecil-fielder-1988/

Does this site ever sell a jersey like this?

[carbonrosa]

Hi, all! Beautiful, beautiful collections and jerseys (I love coming in here and looking).

I'm looking for advice on Tigers' jerseys, though - are there particular sites or sellers that you folks go through to find some of your stuff? I'm on Himelstein's mailing list, I check eBay regularly, but that's about it (maybe a list of auction sites people typically have success at?). I'd really like to find a Zumaya, and I'm not sure if there are other places I can/should look; you guys are able to find some real gems, so I hope I'm missing something.

If you want the latest Tigers Jersey's keep in contact with Marc. He just sent out an email blast trying to sell a Miggy GU Jersey. He always wants top dollar but he will work with you at times.
marc.Himelstein@detriottigers.com

[VanPoppelFan]

If you want the latest Tigers Jersey's keep in contact with Marc. He just sent out an email blast trying to sell a Miggy GU Jersey. He always wants top dollar but he will work with you at times.
marc.Himelstein@detriottigers.com

I'm definitely on there, but thanks! I occasionally have interest in a currently jersey, but I'm often interested in stuff between the eighties and the oughts (Zumaya, for instance).

[mbrieve]

My personal opinion:

- The Tigers got in the game used marketplace early and there is a fair amount of inventory in private collections.
- The Tigers have always gotten top dollar and that will prevent people from reselling because true value is less than what was originally paid.
- I have narrowed my game used collecting a bit and primarily pursue one retired player. I have been actively searching for his road jersey for 5+ years and not one has surfaced on eBay. I have an extra home jersey that I have been trying to move for a few months, the only offer I have received was less than half of what I originally paid.
- As for Zumaya, my guess is Tigers Authentics was getting $600+ for his game used jersey back in 2006-2007 and its probably worth $250. I can see why it stays in a personal collection.

Again, just my .02

[VanPoppelFan]

My personal opinion:

- The Tigers got in the game used marketplace early and there is a fair amount of inventory in private collections.
- The Tigers have always gotten top dollar and that will prevent people from reselling because true value is less than what was originally paid.
- I have narrowed my game used collecting a bit and primarily pursue one retired player. I have been actively searching for his road jersey for 5+ years and not one has surfaced on eBay. I have an extra home jersey that I have been trying to move for a few months, the only offer I have received was less than half of what I originally paid.
- As for Zumaya, my guess is Tigers Authentics was getting $600+ for his game used jersey back in 2006-2007 and its probably worth $250. I can see why it stays in a personal collection.

Again, just my .02

Hmm, that sounds like a pretty reasonable (and disappointing) explanation. Their prices are (and have been) top dollar, like you said; although it isn't my intention when I purchase a jersey, I have often thought to myself, "I'd never be able to get that back out of it if I needed to sell."

May I ask who it is that you are searching for? EDIT: nevermind, I looked at your posts. Guillen. Well, I wish you the best of luck on that (and would certainly come back and say something if I should come across one)!

[41Evans84]

JD Martinez photomatched to Miggy!

[41Evans84]

Photomatch

[41Evans84]

JD Martinez

[41Evans84]

JD Pink!

[BirdsOnBat]

JD Martinez photomatched to Miggy!

Nice. That Old Hickory, charcoal gray model is probably my favorite color bat. I have a Holliday.

[tigerdale]

Pudge Rodriguez 2006 World Series helmet!!!! Once again, I can't thank Rich enough for his amazing photo matches hes done for me!!!!

[swainer]

Congrats, Dale! An amazing piece!!!

[spartanservitto]

My second nick home run bat.

[metsbats]

Awesome Pudge WS helmet Dale!

[tigerdale]

Jose Iglesias 2015 All-Star helmet..........

[41Evans84]

Ian Kinsler HR match. I'm certain he used this bat to hit a 1st inning HR the day before as well, but it was a brand new bat with no marks to match. I have matched it to subsequent AB's in that game. Thanks again to Rich for the photomatch!

[tigerdale]

3 Detroit Tiger 'walk-off' hit baseballs.....the Guillen Home Run was the one against the Yankees that ended at 3:30 in the morning...

[tigerdale]

Some Victor Martinez bats!!!

[TigersCubs84]

Really like those Vic's. The true essence of a gamer. I have a Mizuno of his. Tar smells great. Beautiful autograph as well. I like Vic because i think he is a true "professional hitter". Looks like a hitting science class when Vic is in the box. No messing around. He's all business.

For 41Evans, like the Kinsler Warstic. Need to add a Warstic to my collection soon.

[skyking26]

I'm looking for a Kinsler; uncracked.

[41Evans84]

Thanks TigersCubs84! Here is a group shot of my Kinsler's. I also have a cracked MLB Auth photomatched HR Louisville Slugger I'm gonna move if interested.

[41Evans84]

Another image of my Kinslers

[TigersCubs84]

41Evans...Thanks for L.S. offer. I'm looking for a Warstic though. Don't currently have that flavor in my collection.

[cjmezz]

Miggy Career HomeRun #436

http://i210.photobucket.com/albums/bb103/cjmezz/Mobile%20Uploads/image_37.jpeg

[cjmezz]

Miggy 2016 Home jersey certed for 5 home games. Miggy recorded 5 hits, 8 RBI, and 3 homeruns over those 5 games

http://i210.photobucket.com/albums/bb103/cjmezz/Mobile%20Uploads/image_42.jpeg

[martyfromcanada]

Picked up this July 4th Tigers jersey. Dustin Molleken's first big league appearance.

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[Juicyfruit66]

Cecil

[41Evans84]

2016 Detroit Tigers starters!

[41Evans84]

2016 Detroit Tigers starters

[TigersCubs84]

Didn't realize Castellanos used a Warstic. Thanks for the photo.

[41Evans84]

He switched to Warstic early/mid season. The bat in the pic is the bat he used from the time he came back from the DL to the end of the season--I've photomatched it to every AB from then on!

[tigerdale]

This years Cy Young award winners helmets from the 2012 World Series...Max Scherzer & Rick Porcello.

[skyking26]

This years Cy Young award winners helmets from the 2012 World Series...Max Scherzer & Rick Porcello.

Geez Dale - those are awesome!

[TigersCubs84]

Wow. great helmets Dale. I the post season and mlb logo's on helmets.

[41Evans84]

2016 Kinsler photomatched to September 15, 2016

[gameu08]

2016 Detroit Tigers starters!


Hey bud very nice bats

Can you shoot me an email when you get a chance

Thanks Mike

[tigerdale]

A couple 2006 World Series bats...these came out of Rafael Belliards collection!!

[russyurk]

A little slow in posting the last few months.
- 1992 Lou Whitaker Throwback (Lettering is in felt)
- 2016 Mike Aviles Father's Day Jersey
- 2014 Darnell Coles BP jersey
- 1993 Milt Cuyler road jersey

[tigerdale]

awesome jerseys Russ...That Sweet Lou is extra special!!

[tigerdale]

The 2006 Detroit Tigers starting rotation.........

[tigerdale]

The 2012 Detroit Tigers starting rotation....

[tigerdale]

The Tigers 2017 starting rotation...

[joecoco]

Call me old fashioned, but I miss the rings on Rawlings bats. Is it just me? Beautiful bats, by the way.

[skyking26]

Lance Parrish 1984 sourced glove with PSA/DNA. Glove was given to a friend of Lance whom is now in his 90's (Cecil).

[mbrieve]

Lance Parrish 1984 sourced glove with PSA/DNA. Glove was given to a friend of Lance whom is now in his 90's (Cecil).



I'm guessing this is Cecil Johnson. He was a one-time minor league pitcher turned sportswriter for the Holland Sentinel. He lived in my childhood neighborhood in Holland, Michigan and was the reason I got into collecting.

I had the privilege of viewing his collection on several occasions--easily the most extensive private collection I had ever seen in person to date.

He collected all teams/players, but he focused most on Lance Parrish--I remember several jerseys, bats and cleats. This glove was probably his most prized possession. I remember a local television reporter from WOOD TV, Warren Reynolds, did a feature story on his collection, which ended with one of them using the Lance Parrish glove to play catch.

All the years I knew him, I wanted to buy a few pieces from his collection. My dad inquired maybe 15-20 years ago for me and at that time was told he had sold almost all of it in bulk, but had kept some of the collection, his Lance Parrish collection specifically.

All of that to say, nice pickup! Look for an e-mail from me.

[BirdsOnBat]

That Parrish glove is sweet. That bright orange outline on his glove is such a fond memory to me of growing up watching 80's baseball.

[Klattsy]

If anyone comes across any Warwick Saupold items I'd be appreciated on the heads up. Or Zac Shephard, Jack O'laughlin, Ulrich Bojarski MiLB.

Thanks.

[TigersCubs84]

Call me old fashioned, but I miss the rings on Rawlings bats. Is it just me? Beautiful bats, by the way.

Agree, I think the colored rings were great. That Fulmer is really nice, would be even better with an orange ring, in my opinion.

[sox83cubs84]

Agree, I think the colored rings were great. That Fulmer is really nice, would be even better with an orange ring, in my opinion.

Same here. I especially liked the team-based color coding of the rings on blonde bats. They sometimes helped to date bats more precisely with pre-1980 Adirondacks.

Dave Miedema

[Moose1984]

Chet Lemon photo matched to Donruss BB Card103643

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[mbrieve]

I haven't contributed in a while since I slowed down my game used collecting. I've been on the lookout for a Placido Polanco Marucci "Polanco Cut" bat for some time, finally found one at the right price. I just always liked the look of the large knob. This bat is from April 21, 2007.

Took a photo with the other half of the former Tigers double play combo partner, Carlos Guillen (Sam 06, Rawlings 06, Nokona 08). I previously shared these bats, but the link is now broken due to Photobucket changing their hosting policy.

[russyurk]

Digging thru this post looking to reference some of the great info we used to share. Forgot how much I miss this site, the people, sharing great pickups, knowledge and appreciation for all things game used.