Originally Posted by OriolesHOF (Post 1953101)

Sometimes the hunt for an item is just as satisfying or greater than the item itself. Approximately five years ago my daughter and I were at the Huggins & Scott retail store, House of Cards in Silver Spring Maryland, where she spotted the July 15, 1960 ticket stub. Since this was the game where Brooks became the first Orioles player to hit for the cycle, we had to have it. My daughter scores every game she attends. She purchases a scorecard, usually brings her own pencil and makes entries the old fashion way. Because of her interest in keeping score, whenever I acquire a ticket with special significance, I try to find the accompanying scorecard (preferably scored). After 5 years, I finally found the scorecard on Ebay this past Sunday and received it today. As you can see, Brooks had 5 hits and completed the cycle with a triple in his last at bat. It's funny how I can derive such pleasure from an inexpensive item like this scorecard as opposed to other items in my collection.

Btw, the back of the ticket has a picture of HOF'er Early Wynn.

Originally Posted by 71buc (Post 1953122)

Mark awsome thread you have going here thanks!

Originally Posted by quitcrab (Post 1953134)

Exhibit Display from vending machine.

Originally Posted by Mark70Z (Post 1953216)

Scott,

AWESOME piece! Are those exhibits attached some way to the sign or are they printed on the sign in some fashion?

Originally Posted by roarfrom34 (Post 1953145)

Bobby Grich 1976 BiCentennial Game Used Bat

https://i.imgur.com/BN292JG.jpg

Originally Posted by BaltOrioles (Post 1953154)

One of my loves are items from the minor leagues. Today I highlight the 1959 Amarillo Gold Sox. The Gold Sox played in the Texas League and were the Orioles AA affiliate. They finished in 5th place with a 75-71 record. They averaged 1,098 fans per game, so you can see how hard it is to find items from those early O's minor league teams. I'm happy when I can find a program or team photo, but to find both is sweet.

The Gold Sox featured two players that would go on to contribute to the Orioles, but in very different ways. Jerry Adair (2nd row, third from left) and Cal Ripken Sr (2nd row, far left)

Originally Posted by quitcrab (Post 1953377)

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Originally Posted by Mark70Z (Post 1953371)

Day 38 (February 7, 2020 – 038)



I haven’t shown an album yet and today seems like a nice day to lay in my bed, nice and relaxed, and listen to an album on my record player. Well, I don’t have a record player anymore (of course my daughter does; if you didn’t know they are “IN”). Also, I probably wouldn’t be listening to this album, even though it’s likely interesting. Back in the day I’d be listening to Zeppelin, Rush, and maybe even some Alice Cooper (WHAT!) or many of the other albums I (my parents) purchased. By the time of 8-track and cassette tapes I was buying them myself or at least a some of them.



This album is entitled, “Brooks Robinson: Theory of Fielding” and of course has a picture of Brooks on the cover HITTING. Well, at least they used a cool shot with Brooks hitting (photo by TADDER) with it kind of exploding all around him (I’m sure you photography people would know the filter used; me, I don’t know). On the 1966 Orioles WS program a similar type shot was used. This album was from 1972 and if I would have ever listened to it, it probably talks about fielding…



1972 Brooks Robinson; Theory of Fielding album





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Originally Posted by roarfrom34 (Post 1953394)

Sadly, today marks the first anniversary of the passing of Frank Robinson.

Originally Posted by quitcrab (Post 1953376)

Baseball Monthly

Originally Posted by cardsagain74 (Post 1953372)

Mark, I am starting to think you sleepwalk with Brooks things to post :D

Originally Posted by quitcrab (Post 1953376)

Baseball Monthly

Originally Posted by quitcrab (Post 1953377)

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Originally Posted by roarfrom34 (Post 1953394)

Sadly, today marks the first anniversary of the passing of Frank Robinson.

While this piece isn't from his Orioles days, here is a hand painted, signed Locker Nameplate from the old Milwaukee County Stadium (note the Schlitz logo), when Frank managed Cleveland.

Over 10 years ago, I was the high bidder in a lot of 20 or so of these, since a good # of the players represented were Orioles (which I will share down the road):

Originally Posted by BaltOrioles (Post 1953404)

I love stuff like this. Here are the rest of the Baseball Monthly photos picturing Orioles. i believe they are from 1962, although some sources say they are from 1963. Even though the scans came out different sizes, the photos are all 8.5" x 11".

Originally Posted by Tripredacus (Post 1953445)

I have two autographed balls signed by Brooks Robinson, here is a pic of one of them:

Originally Posted by Phil68 (Post 1953518)

From the "60 Project" of 2016

Originally Posted by Mark70Z (Post 1953527)

Phil,

Look GREAT as usual. Really like the images you used on these cards. Of course the Brooks is my favorite even though I think they are ALL nice.

Originally Posted by BaltOrioles (Post 1951470)

I have five drawings of Orioles players from 1978-79 done by artist Bob Leffler. I know there are more out there, but don't have any kind of checklist. In one of the Orioles 1978 programs is an ad for his art. It looks like the ad is for original color drawings. Mine are not original drawings, but look to be produced for resale. They are B&W, dated and on regular 8 1/2" x 11" paper.

Anyone with more info, a checklist or have any for sale, let me know.

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Originally Posted by BaltOrioles (Post 1953402)

I remember watching the 1966 World Series on our B&W TV, with my dad, like it was yesterday. My mom, trying to show some interest in baseball, asked if Brooks and Frank were brothers.

Originally Posted by Mark70Z (Post 1953614)

Alan,

Quick question. What year is the Brooks with no green?

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Originally Posted by roarfrom34 (Post 1953145)

Bobby Grich 1976 BiCentennial Game Used Bat

https://i.imgur.com/BN292JG.jpg

Originally Posted by BaltOrioles (Post 1953631)

Mark,

It is from 1975. There are two different variations with a slight cropping difference by the S on his jersey (amount of black showing from his sleeve). The one on the left is also a little lighter than the other. You have the one on the right.

Originally Posted by OriolesHOF (Post 1953652)

Great bat Bill! Here's his brother from another mother.

Originally Posted by Chstrite (Post 1953689)

Hi. I am an avid Brooks Collector. I have 100% of the Brooks Cards on the PSA master (see Brooksie Master on PSA). I am hoping to find regional Brooks cards that may not be available through ebay or shows (hidden treasures from the 1950, 1960 and 1970s). Pictures to, such as Sports Service, Rawlings, Exhibits, Jay Pub, Orioles Post Cards (I have a lot of these but not all and I learn about more routinely). I have a lot of oddball Brooks stuff but looking for more. I have lots of vintage cards to trade. Hope to hear from you.

Originally Posted by OriolesHOF (Post 1953889)

Laughing Bird on a '56 GU Lum Harris (O's coach) road jersey.