Raffy's From Doonie

Some bloggers have distinctive names for their blogs.  Many of these come to be names that the bloggers themselves are known by.  Night Owl, Play at the Plate, Dime Box Nick, The Dutch Card Guy, Baseball Dad, Coot Veal, Jaybarkerfan, Platschke, Fuji, The Dimwit, Thorzul.

If I left you out, it isn't personal, I just quick scanned my reader and picked a few.

Another blogger that fits into this category is Napkin Doon of The Adventures of Napkin Doon.  I once called him Doonie, and I've felt bad about that ever since.  Not so bad, however, that I passed up the opportunity to use it again to title this post.

Anyway, Mr. Doon felt the need to PWE bomb me!  What a nice guy!  And it was cards I needed for the Steroids Project no less!

4 Topps Base and a nice numbered insert!  Thanks a ton Nap!

Because it was a Nickel - The Finale!

Nickel-Box, Day 28!!  It all started here many posts ago.

28 days of Nickel-Box!!  None of these cards are really anything I need for my collection, so if anyone is interested in any of them, hit me up for a spot in my PWE project!  Here is day 28:

 2005 Donruss/Playoff card of some sort - Miguel Cabrera #d /55

Why I bought it:  It was a nickel!  I don't have a clue what this card is.  I don't know what set it is from.  But it is of the reigning triple crown winner and it's numbered out of 55.  Gold!  And it was a nickel!!



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Because it was a Nickel - Part 27

Nickel-Box, Day 27!!  It all started here many posts ago.

28 days of Nickel-Box!!  None of these cards are really anything I need for my collection, so if anyone is interested in any of them, hit me up for a spot in my PWE project!  Here is day 27:

 1996 Select Blue Jays Team Nucleus insert.

Why I bought it:  It was a nickel!  It's just awesome.  The scan doesn't show it, but the card is partially transparent, and also has a nice shimmer when you move it.  This is the kind of card I'd pick up and look at even if I didn't collect them.  Great composite picture too!  And it was a nickel!!


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Because it was a Nickel - Part 26

Nickel-Box, Day 26!!  It all started here many posts ago.

28 days of Nickel-Box!!  None of these cards are really anything I need for my collection, so if anyone is interested in any of them, hit me up for a spot in my PWE project!  Here is day 26:

2012 Bowman Chrome Christian Friedrich Gold Refractor #d /50

Why I bought it:  It was a nickel!  Um, numbered out of 50?  That's reason enough.  Also, I figured some Rockies collector would take it off my hands.  And it was a nickel!!


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Incoming!

A couple of packages came in recently filled with TONS of cards to help with my Steroids Project.  There were so many between the two packages that my fingers are more muscular just from handling the steroid infused goodness (or badness, I guess)!

I think I might fail the next random roids test!!!

First up, Jeff from 2x3 Heroes dropped a mega-load.

The relics at the top are my 1st for Sosa, 1st for Arod and 2nd for Giambi!  I especially love the 'freed' Sosa!  Jeff asked if it would be cool if he sent the Sosa after he liberated it from it's frame.  I thought that was an exceptional idea.  I don't particularly love the A&G frames and the mini-relic is a great addition to the project.  I wonder what Jeff is doing with A&G frames???

Next up is an even larger bunch from Dustin @ Coot Veal and the Vealtones

Between the two packages I was able to add 5 or 6 cards to the Topps Base runs for the project and many inserts and parallels!

Also included were these, the 3rd Giambi and the 2nd Palmiero relics!

Thanks a ton guys!!!

Because it was a Nickel - Part 25

Nickel-Box, Day 25!!  It all started here many posts ago.

28 days of Nickel-Box!!  None of these cards are really anything I need for my collection, so if anyone is interested in any of them, hit me up for a spot in my PWE project!  Here is day 25: 

 1994 Fleer Ultra Garret Anderson RC

Why I bought it:  It was a nickel!  Mostly because of the picture.  Obviously a spring training or minor league shot of the young slugger.  It just caught my eye.  And Anderson was one of the good guys, at least as I remember it.  Steady but never flashy.  And it was a nickel!!


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Because it was a Nickel - Part 24

Nickel-Box, Day 24!!  It all started here many posts ago.

28 days of Nickel-Box!!  None of these cards are really anything I need for my collection, so if anyone is interested in any of them, hit me up for a spot in my PWE project!  Here is day 24: 

1992 Topps Dairy Queen Team USA Jim Abbott

Why I bought it:  It was a nickel!  Oddballs rule, that's why!!  And Jim Abbott rules!  Not the best picture, but the man had only one 'baseball ready' hand and he still made the majors.  And did well!!  And it was a nickel!!


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Heritage Parallel Question

All right, all-knowing blogosphere, here's my question:

The black and red bordered Heritage cards below are numbered in the SP portion of the set (from 425 to 500).  Does the SP designation (and implied scarcity) apply to these or are they not rare at all?

Any other info on these cards would be appreciated too!!

Because it was a Nickel - Part 23

Nickel-Box, Day 23!!  It all started here many posts ago.

28 days of Nickel-Box!!  None of these cards are really anything I need for my collection, so if anyone is interested in any of them, hit me up for a spot in my PWE project!  Here is day 23: 

1981 Fleer Gary Carter

Why I bought it:  It was a nickel!  The Kid!  I bought this because I love the old Expos colors.  And it's still hard to believe that Gary Carter is gone.  He was one of the good ones!  And it was a nickel!! 


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Because it was a Nickel - Part 22

Nickel-Box, Day 22!!  It all started here many posts ago.

28 days of Nickel-Box!!  None of these cards are really anything I need for my collection, so if anyone is interested in any of them, hit me up for a spot in my PWE project!  Here is day 22: 

2013 Gypsy Queen Framed Blue Josh Johnson and Derek Holland each #d /499

Why I bought them:  They were each a nickel!  Serial #d framed cards from one of the most popular sets around?  Of course.  The Gyspy Queen base cards don't do a lot for me, but the framed cards add a level of depth that is much more appealing.  And they were each a nickel!!

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Because it was a Nickel - Part 21

Nickel-Box, Day 21!!  It all started here many posts ago.

28 days of Nickel-Box!!  None of these cards are really anything I need for my collection, so if anyone is interested in any of them, hit me up for a spot in my PWE project!  Here is day 21: 

1987 Toys R Us Will Clark RC

Why I bought it:  It was a nickel!  Cause I'm a toys R Us kid!  And it was a nickel!!  (Sorry for the short write up, I must be burning out on this...


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Because it was a Nickel - Part 20

Nickel-Box, Day 20!!  It all started here many posts ago.

28 days of Nickel-Box!!  None of these cards are really anything I need for my collection, so if anyone is interested in any of them, hit me up for a spot in my PWE project!  Here is day 20: 

1989 Upper Deck John Smoltz RC

Why I bought it:  It was a nickel!  Can you say underrated?  That's my opinion on Smoltzie.  Over 200 wins.  And when asked, immediately spent 3+ seasons as a top flight closer.  Only 154 saves in those 3 seasons, not bad!  Then right back to starting.  That's a team player there, and dominant to boot.  And it was a nickel!!

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Because it was a Nickel - Part 19

Nickel-Box, Day 19!!  It all started here many posts ago.

28 days of Nickel-Box!!  None of these cards are really anything I need for my collection, so if anyone is interested in any of them, hit me up for a spot in my PWE project!  Here is day 19: 

2012 Bowman Platinum Yovani Gallardo 'Cutting Edge Stars' Die Cut.

Why I bought it:  It was a nickel! Shiny die-cut.  Nuff said!  And it was a nickel!!

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Making up for my Birthday

Well, it was my birthday a couple of days ago, and once again, I didn't get anything card related from my family.  I don't really blame them, but I want cards!!

Luckily, my fellow bloggers have come to the rescue as I received a couple of packages in the mail this week!  First up was a monster package from Jeff, who if he has a blog, I am unaware of it.  But even without a blog, he knows how to fill a box of cards!  Below is a small sampling of the many, many basketball inserts he sent my way.

I'll be working hard on a return package after that!!

Next up is one from Madding at Cards on Cards. He has been posting Up for Grabs posts where he offers various 'baseball cards' for 'trade'.  I recently jumped on a bunch of Mark McGwires he posted.  But before we get to Big Mac, Madding threw in some extras!!

The first two are excellent additions to my SCAM Project, Barry Bonds and Roger Clemens.  The Bonds is a Factory Set only addition, I think, and the Clemens is a 'Hobby Reserve' parallel.  Awesome!  And a 95 Diamond Kings Joe Carter.  This year of Diamond Kings is kind of weird.  Sometimes I like them, sometimes not.  But I do like the Carter.

And as for McGwire, there were many.  Many, many!  I think I have close to 750 unique McGwires now.  My favorite from those sent by Madding was this:

I love it because they spelled his name wrong!  McGuire!  Sportflics must have had some real good QA guys back then!

Thanks Madding!

Because it was a Nickel - Part 18

Nickel-Box, Day 18!!  It all started here many posts ago.

28 days of Nickel-Box!!  None of these cards are really anything I need for my collection, so if anyone is interested in any of them, hit me up for a spot in my PWE project!  Here is day 18: 

2013 Topps Heritage Yoenis Cespedes New Age Performers

Why I bought it:  It was a nickel!  Actually, I don't know.  I do like Cespedes, and I like young potential too.  But the design doesn't do much for me.  The picture is so-so.  I guess I just saw a young stud on a new insert and threw my money away.  I'm OK with that!  And it was a nickel!!

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Because it was a Nickel - Part 17

Nickel-Box, Day 17!!  It all started here many posts ago.

28 days of Nickel-Box!!  None of these cards are really anything I need for my collection, so if anyone is interested in any of them, hit me up for a spot in my PWE project!  Here is day 17: 

1987 Fleer League Leaders

Why I bought it:  It was a nickel!  Late 80s Fleer mini-sets were pretty cool.  I LOVE Eddie Murray in Orioles orange!  What a beast.  And it was a nickel!!

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PWE Failure

Since I started my little PWE campaign almost 2 months ago, I've sent out 37 PWE's with no return to senders.  Until yesterday.  I don't send too many cards in my PWE's, usually between 4 and 8, mostly because I want to avoid returns.  This one came back with 'return to sender - nonmachinable surcharge'.  Basically, it was too rigid to go through the machine.

Now this one wasn't any different than the rest I've sent out, so I'm going to try it again.  But I hope this doesn't become a recurring issue or it will crimp my PWE lifestyle a bit!

Oh, for the unlucky soul, waiting for their precious PWE, the zip code was 92688.

Because it was a Nickel - Part 16

Nickel-Box, Day 16!!  It all started here many posts ago.

28 days of Nickel-Box!!  None of these cards are really anything I need for my collection, so if anyone is interested in any of them, hit me up for a spot in my PWE project!  Here is day 16: 

1998 Topps Gold Label 'Black Label' parallel

Why I bought it:  It was a nickel!  Gold Label is one of my favorite sets.  Pudge is one of my favorite catchers.  This card has sparkly writing and an 8x Beckett multiplier.  While the multiplier doesn't say much to me about actual value, it does imply that these Black Label cards were somewhat tough to find.  I like that.  And it was a nickel!!

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Because it was a Nickel - Part 15

Nickel-Box, Day 15!!  It all started here many posts ago.

28 days of Nickel-Box!!  None of these cards are really anything I need for my collection, so if anyone is interested in any of them, hit me up for a spot in my PWE project!  Here is day 15: 

1972 Sal Bando Xograph 3D

Why I bought it:  It was a nickel!  The card is 41 years old.  Need I say more?  OK, its a sweet oddball!  More?  OK, how about Mr. Salvatore Leonard Bando looks like he's only one more suggestion from the mamby pamby cameraman from tearing his head off!  And it was a nickel!!

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Because it was a Nickel - Part 14

Nickel-Box, Day 14!!  It all started here many posts ago.

28 days of Nickle-Box!!  None of these cards are really anything I need for my collection, so if anyone is interested in any of them, hit me up for a spot in my PWE project!  Here is day 14:

2013 Bowman Heritage Josh Willingham Chrome Refractor

Why I bought it:  It was a nickel!  Who wouldn't grab this in a nickel box????????????  What a great card!!  I got 2 of these purple/blue refractors from Heritage Chrome and about 5 regular refractors, numbered / 564.  Not much to say here except...  And it was a nickel!!

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