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Jason LI thought that might start something.
No, Ted, I didn't see him play, as he was before my time. I respect your opinions and your perspective on this.
Everyone, I didn't say he wasn't talented. It is obvious he was one of the best. I think that when you acknowledge his place in history and the stats, etc,....he belongs in most of the conversations, no doubt.
But the attention he receives is quite disproportionate to his accomplishments, as far as I've ever been able to figure out. Perhaps I can't figure it out simply because of the very fact that I was not growing up in NYC during the 50s...I don't get the mystique
So from a collector's standpoint, what is everyone's thought on whether or not Mantle's cards will hold their HUGE premium after his generation of fans pass on?
I'm sure my sons' generation is going to say the same thing about MJ!