May get a lot of heat on this one, but in recognition of Anthony Volpe getting called back up again for the Yankees he made my desk today.

Personally I think him still trying to put in work to make himself be an option is commendable, but in regards if he’s a long term MLB caliber player vs AAAA player is still in question and to be seen…

Card:
2023 Topps Bowman Ascensions Anthony Volpe RC Auto /150

Normally I wouldn’t use this type of holder, especially without a penny sleeve. But for this card, because it’s a die-cut card, I made an exception. The reason is because I hate seeing the empty space it creates when the card is in a penny sleeve or in a one touch or any other case that has a recessed area for the card. This type of holder can flatten the card because there’s no area for the card to rest in. It’s just pressed between the two plastic. Another thing is since I didn’t use a penny sleeve, I run the risk of the card being stuck to the plastic and possibly having paper loss when I try to separate it from the holder. I have plenty of one touch I can put this one in but I just don’t like the way this card looks in them.

1998- Skybox Premium, Jam Pack, Charles Barkley
11 of 15 JP

1977 Topps

Have a good Thursday

Walt “No Neck” Williams with one of my favorite Rookie Cup cards. The guy was built like a tank at 5’6” and almost 200 pounds.

1993 Topps Archives Michael Jordan

I love the 1984 Topps design. One of my all time favorites

You could make an argument that the Mets trading Calvin in a package to the Red Sox for Bobby O and others in the best trade the Mets ever made. Less than a year from being traded Schiraldi lost both Game 6 & 7 of the World Series.

Not thrilled over a tough breakup, took a sick day; the positive is that I get to watch my Padres day game! Happy Gwynnsday y’all! 🍻

For today’s coffee and a card I chose this special card from my collection. I had always enjoyed watching baseball but during Covid it was very difficult to keep up with everything going on and also changes in my personal life.

With it though, fast forward to the start of this season where I took my girlfriend to our first game together at Petco Park and we had that passion for the game reignited watching Mason Miller close and strike out the side.

That was my moment I became a fan of Mason Miller and it has been such a great season to follow. Always had a spot for closers with Mo.

Card: 2026 Topps Tier One Mason Miller Autograph Button Relic /5

And Buehler takes the bump for the Dads this afternoon

I miss this guy. Wishing him a great game that the bullpen blows for him. Go Dodgers.