Monthly Failure Report: May 2019

No Response from May 2018:
Aaron Judge
Aeneas Williams
Nelson Cruz
Mariano Duncan

RTS:
Sylvia Hatchell

Unsigned Return:
Lute Olson

Molly

I had to send Paul Molitor $10 for a signature on his 1978 Topps Rookie Card.  It's well worth it to add another signed Hall of Fame Rookie Card to my collection.  Thanks, Paul!

Mailed: 5-1-19
Received Back: 5-28-19
Turnaround Time: 27 Days

Johnny Edwards

I sent the guy two cards to sign, and he signed them, signed the index card, and sent me three personalized and signed photos, one for each team he played on during his MLB career.  That's amazing.  Johnny Edwards is an All-Star human being and signer who made three All-Star teams during his 14-year MLB career.  He also won two Gold Gloves and was one of the league's best Catchers.  Thanks, Johnny!

Mailed: 5-20-19
Received Back: 5-28-19
Turnaround Time: 8 Days

Gary Peters

Gary Peters, the 1963 AL Rookie of the Year, won 124 games and made two All-Star teams during his 14-year MLB career.  Thanks, Gary!

Mailed: 5-20-19
Received Back: 5-28-19
Turnaround Time: 8 Days

Curt Simmons

At 90 years old, his signature appears to be a bit shaky, but during his MLB career, his pitching was anything but shaky.  Curt Simmons made three All-Star teams, won a World Series, and compiled 193 wins across 20 MLB seasons.  Thanks, Curt!

Mailed: 5-20-19
Received Back: 5-25-19
Turnaround Time: 5 Days

The Sheriff

I'm now 2-for-5 in acquiring autographs from Peyton Manning!  I got Archie's autograph the day before this gem showed up.  I'm planning to put this one in a frame along with Eli and Archie's autographs.  Peyton is the man, and one of the all-time great QBs.  Thanks again, Peyton!

Mailed: 4-25-19
Received Back: 5-25-19
Turnaround Time: 30 Days

Kyle Farnsworth

Kyle Farnsworth pitched in the Majors for 16 years, winning 43 games and saving 57 games.  He played for the Yankees for three of those years, had a great fastball, and struck out nearly a batter per inning.  Thanks, Kyle!

Mailed: 4-25-19
Received Back: 5-24-19
Turnaround Time: 29 Days

Archie Manning

This is the second time I've written to Archie, and the first success!  This card will look nice next to signed cards of both his sons.  Archie is, of course, the father of Peyton and Eli Manning.  He was a great QB himself, making the Pro Bowl twice with the Saints.  He played 13 years in the NFL, for the Saints, Oilers, and Vikings.  He threw for 23,911 yards and 125 Touchdowns.  He also had 18 rushing Touchdowns.  Thanks, Archie!

Mailed: 5-13-19
Received Back: 5-24-19
Turnaround Time: 11 Days

Ryne Dee Sandberg

Every now and then, I just have to send Ryne $5 to sign a rookie card, because why not?  This was the last one I had on hand though, so I'll probably let him sign for everyone else for a while.  Thanks again, Ryno!

Mailed: 5-13-19
Received Back: 5-21-19
Turnaround Time: 8 Days

Mr. Tiger

Al Kaline hit .297 with 399 Home Runs and 1,582 RBI during his 22 MLB seasons, all with the Tigers.  He won a World Series, a Batting Title, ten Gold Gloves, and a spot in the National Baseball Hall of Fame.  He signed his 1965 Topps card here for $10.  Thanks, Al!

Mailed: 5-10-19
Received Back: 5-21-19
Turnaround Time: 11 Days

Sonny Jurgensen

Sonny Jurgensen threw for over 3,000 in five seasons during the 1960s, when that was far less common than it is now. Overall, he threw for 32,224 yards and 255 TDs during 18 NFL seasons with the Redskins and Eagles.  He won a Championship and was inducted into the Hall of Fame.  He signs through the mail for $5.  Thanks, Sonny!

Mailed: 5-13-19
Received Back: 5-20-19
Turnaround Time: 7 Days

Kevin Youkilis

Kevin Youkilis hit .281 with a .382 OBP during his ten years in MLB.  He won two World Series with the Red Sox before finishing his career with the White Sox and Yankees.  Thanks, Kevin!

Mailed: 5-13-19
Received Back: 5-20-19
Turnaround Time: 7 Days

Fred Ingles Peterson

Fritz Peterson was involved in one of the more famous trades in MLB history, not when the All-Star caliber pitcher was traded away from the Yankees in 1974, but rather when he and teammate Mike Kekich were traded for each other in 1972, by their wives.  Thanks, Fritz!

Mailed: 2-19-19
Received Back: 5-10-19
Turnaround Time: 80 Days

Chris Duhon

Chris Duhon excelled at Duke before playing nine NBA seasons.  Thanks, Chris!

Mailed: 4-25-19
Received Back: 5-9-19
Turnaround Time: 14 Days

Don Larsen

Don Larsen won 81 regular season games during his 14 years in MLB, including 45 during his five years with the Yankees.  Of course, he's best known for the perfect game he pitched in the World Series, on October 8, 1956.  This one cost $5, and it will look great next to the card David Cone signed for me earlier this year.  Thanks, Don!

Mailed: 5-1-19
Received Back: 5-9-19
Turnaround Time: 8 Days

Drew Henson

Drew Henson played for both the Cowboys and the Yankees.  He got a win in his only career start as Cowboys QB, and he recorded a hit for the Yankees.  Thanks, Drew!

Mailed: 4-25-19
Received Back: 5-7-19
Turnaround Time: 12 Days

Rik Smits

Rik Smits spent his entire twelve-year NBA career with the Indiana Pacers, making an All-Star team once.  He averaged 14.8 points, 6.1 rebounds, and 1.3 blocks per game.  Thanks, Rik!

Mailed: 4-25-19
Received Back: 5-6-19
Turnaround Time: 11 Days