Satchel Paige? One of the oldest "rookies" around (1948 Leaf)...yep, that's why I prefer early career items (whether that be negro leagues, minor leagues, or even town teams / semi-pro items). I get around the "rookie" issue by collecting the "earliest collectibles" of players.
Ichiro is a special example too...
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Working on the following:
HOF "Earliest" Collection (Ideal - Indiv): 250/346 (72.3%)
1914 T330-2 Piedmont Art Stamps......: 116/119 (97.5%)
Completed:
1911 T332 Helmar Stamps (180/180)
1923 V100 Willard's Chocolate (180/180)
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