Newly chosen player collection

[Titans74]

After having seen a few great player collections on here (Milledge and A. Jackson to nake a few) I thought I would focus my wants to one player. I mulled over many players in MLB and several in NFL. I wanted to choose a player who is inexpensive yet holds promise as far as becoming a good, everyday player.

Having been a Mets fan for the better part of my life I finally starting looking at Ruben Tejada. While I fear he may only be a role player who bounces between the minors and the bigs, he seems to be a bright young player (if he is truly only 21). And best of all, his game used items are very affordable.

I hope to one day put together a nice, quality collection of Tejada that will look as great as some that I have seen here. I'm very passionate about my Mets and hope this kid will be in the middle infield for years to come.

[LastingsMilledge85]

Really nice to hear, wish you well with this endeavor. Personally, if you truly like Tejada as a player you should to stick with him through the thick and thin. It is a reality I had to deal with and I'm just as happy as I as now as I was when I picked up my first piece in 2009 and started following in 2006. Not to gloat, but I feel a player collection is something truly unique in this hobby.

[Tunis]

I 2nd that. My player collection is Jose Lopez, who has really fallen on tough times. It just makes his items cheaper for me to buy. I do hope that he finds his game again, though.

[Titans74]

Thanks to both of you. I hope to be able to start sharing pickups soon.

[ifirocked]

I like Tejada as well. Just something about him. I decided to stick with caps. His 2010 and 2011 black caps.

[Titans74]

If either or both caps are for sale, lmk. Thanks

[Titans74]

Anyone have an opinion on a fair price for a Tejada game worn jersey? Just looking for opinions from other collectors.

[Mattapan03]

Right now maybe around $150-$175

[Titans74]

Right now maybe around $150-$175

Thank you. I thought around $150. as well. I'd pay $150-$200 for his jerseys.

[BCWhite13]

Good luck in your endeavor. My player is too expensive now days (Chipper Jones), so I too am looking for a younger player. Another Met to consider is Wilmer Flores. I watched him play in Savannah and there is alot of potential there.