Monthly Failure Report: March 2023

No Response from March 2022:

Gregg Olson
Paul Quantrill

Unsigned Return:

Tom Selleck

RTS:

Craig Hodges

Pete Weber

One of the all-time great Bowlers, Hall of Famer Pete Weber is the son of Dick Weber, another legendary Bowler.  He won 37 PBA Tour finals (including ten majors) and 13 PBA50 Tour finals (including five majors).  This marks my first Bowling request and return.  Thanks, Pete!

Mailed: 3-6-23
Received Back: 3-23-23
Turnaround Time: 17 Days

Michael McCarthy

Mike McCarthy led Aaron Rodgers and the Green Bay Packers to a Super Bowl Victory.  He's hoping to do the same for Dak Prescott and the Dallas Cowboys.  Thanks, Mike!

Mailed: 12-30-22
Received Back: 3-21-23
Turnaround Time: 81 Days

Mike Bordick

A one-time All-Star, Mike Bordick played in 14 MLB seasons, hitting .260 with 91 HR and 626 RBI.  Thanks, Mike!

Mailed: 2-1-22
Received Back: 3-20-23
Turnaround Time: 412 Days

Kung Fu Billy Sims

Here are three from Billy Sims, including his Rookie Card.  Thanks, Billy!

Mailed: 1-9-23
Received Back: 3-20-23
Turnaround Time: 70 Days

James Eisenreich

Here's one from Jim Eisenreich with the Royals, one of the five MLB teams he played for.  Thanks, Jim!

Mailed: 3-9-23
Received Back: 3-18-23
Turnaround Time: 9 Days

James Douglas Bird

An eleven-year MLB Veteran and former Yankee, Doug Bird signed his 1974 Topps Rookie Card here.  Thanks, Doug!

Mailed: 2-23-23
Received Back: 3-17-23
Turnaround Time: 22 Days

Jack Youngblood

Hall of Famer Jack Youngblood made seven Pro Bowl teams during his 14 years with the Rams.  He finished his career with 151.5 regular season Sacks.  He signed his 1973 Topps Rookie Card for $5.  Thanks, Jack!

Mailed: 3-6-23
Received Back: 3-17-23
Turnaround Time: 11 Days

Dwight Stephenson

Hall of Famer Dwight Stephenson made five Pro Bowl teams during his eight seasons with the Dolphins.  He was one of the league's best Centers.  He charged $5 for a signature on his 1984 Topps Rookie Card.  Thanks, Dwight!

Mailed: 3-6-23
Received Back: 3-17-23
Turnaround Time: 11 Days

Lynn Dickey

Lynn Dickey spent 13 NFL seasons as the signal caller for the Oilers and Packers.  He threw for 23,322 yards and 141 TDs.  Thanks, Lynn!

Mailed: 3-6-23
Received Back: 3-17-23
Turnaround Time: 11 Days

Jennifer Rizzotti

Jennifer Rizzotti played for the UConn Huskies and moved on to the WNBA following graduation, where she has enjoyed a long and successful playing and coaching career.  Thanks, Jennifer!

Mailed: 3-9-23
Received Back: 3-17-23
Turnaround Time: 8 Days

Rebecca Rose Lobo

Here are two from recent new mother and Basketball Hall of Famer Rebecca Lobo.  Thanks, Rebecca!

Mailed: 12-30-22
Received Back: 3-17-23
Turnaround Time: 77 Days

Flenchy

Hall of Famer Bob Cousy signed this card beautifully with a silver sharpie.  Thanks, Bob!

Mailed: 3-9-23
Received Back: 3-15-23
Turnaround Time: 6 Days

Jim Breech

After kicking for the Raiders in 1979, Jim Breech spent the next 13 seasons as the primary Kicker for the Bengals.  He finished his career with 243 field goals made and 517 extra points during the regular season.  He signed his 1980 Topps Rookie Card here.  Thanks, Jim!

Mailed: 3-6-23
Received Back: 3-15-23
Turnaround Time: 9 Days

Here's to you, Mr. Robinson!

One of the all-time great third basemen signing a 1977 Topps card is well worth the $5.  Thanks again, Brooks!

Mailed: 2-24-23
Received Back: 3-13-23
Turnaround Time: 17 Days

Terry Collins

Terry Collins managed the Mets to the 2015 NL Pennant.  He amassed 995 regular season wins as a big league manager, adding eight more in postseason play.  Thanks, Terry!

Mailed: 2-23-23
Received Back: 3-13-23
Turnaround Time: 18 Days

Patrick Neshek

An autograph collector himself, Pat Neshek had a solid 13 seasons in MLB, sporting a 2.82 ERA and making two All-Star teams as a reliever.  Thanks, Pat!

Mailed: 2-23-23
Received Back: 3-13-23
Turnaround Time: 18 Days

Richard Groat

I'm a big fan of signed vintage cards, and here are two from the 60s signed by Dick Groat.  Thanks, Dick!

Mailed: 2-24-23
Received Back: 3-13-23
Turnaround Time: 17 Days

Tram

Hall of Famer Alan Trammell was named to six All-Star teams and was named MVP of the 1984 World Series.  He .285 with 185 Home Runs and 1003 RBI during his 20 seasons with the Tigers.  Thanks, Alan!

Mailed: 2-23-23
Received Back: 3-11-23
Turnaround Time: 16 Days

Steven Patrick Garvey

Here's a 1979 Topps autograph from Steve Garvey, who signs through the mail for $5 per signature.  Thanks, Steve!

Mailed: 2-23-23
Received Back: 3-9-23
Turnaround Time: 14 Days

Dirk Werner Nowitzki

One of the all-time greats, Dirk Nowitzki finished his career with 31,560 points across 21 seasons with the Mavericks, good for a 20.7 per game average.  This one cost $20, but it was well worth it on this Rookie Card.  Thanks, Dirk!

Mailed: 1-23-23
Received Back: 3-8-23
Turnaround Time: 44 Days

Daniel Francis Fouts

The 1985 Topps card is a bit beat up, but it's still a signature from one of the all-time great QBs.  When Fouts retired, he was second to Fran Tarkenton on the all-time passing yards list.  Thanks, Dan!

Mailed: 2-21-23
Received Back: 3-8-23
Turnaround Time: 15 Days

Mr. Campaneris

Other than his one year with the Yankees, Bert Campaneris spent the rest of his career out West, with the A's, Rangers, and Angels, as depicted in the three baseball cards he signed here.  Thanks, Bert!

Mailed: 1-5-23
Received Back: 3-6-23
Turnaround Time: 60 Days

Christopher Slade

A one-time Pro Bowler, Chris Slade left New England for Carolina a year too early to win a Super Bowl, though he certainly deserved to be a part of that team.  Thanks, Chris!

Mailed: 2-21-23
Received Back: 3-6-23
Turnaround Time: 13 Days

Haywood Franklin Jeffires

Here's a cool return from a solid WR.  Haywood Jeffires signed a Rookie Card and a Hologram.  Thanks, Haywood!

Mailed: 2-21-23
Received Back: 3-6-23
Turnaround Time: 13 Days

Kurt Rambis

Four-time NBA Champion Kurt Rambis spent nine of his 14 NBA seasons with the Lakers, sandwiching three other stops in between his stints in Los Angeles.  Thanks, Kurt!

Mailed: 2-21-23
Received Back: 3-6-23
Turnaround Time: 13 Days

Joe Ferguson

 

Joe Ferguson played in the NFL for 17 seasons, passing for 29,817 yards and 196 TDs.  He threw six TDs in postseason play.  Thanks, Joe!

Mailed: 2-21-23
Received Back: 3-3-23
Turnaround Time: 10 Days

Roberto Heredia Hernandez

Here's a quartet of signed Rookie Cards from 17-year MLB veteran and two-time All-Star Roberto Hernandez.  Hernandez finished his MLB career with 326 regular season Saves.  Thanks, Roberto!

Mailed: 2-18-23
Received Back: 3-1-23
Turnaround Time: 11 Days

Triston McKenzie

Triston McKenzie won 11 game, struck out 190 batters, and sported a 2.96 ERA last year.  In his first three big league seasons, he's won 18 games, with a 3.68 ERA and 368 Strikeouts.  Thanks, Triston!

Mailed: 12-27-22
Received Back: 3-1-23
Turnaround Time: 64 Days

Felix Martinez

Tippy shares his name with a dog I had when I was a child, but only one of the two beings was a professional baseball player.  Thanks, Tippy!

Mailed: 1-30-23
Received Back: 2-27-23
Turnaround Time: 28 Days

Toby Harrah

Toby Harrah made four All-Star teams during his 17 MLB seasons.  He also played for the Yankees during the 1984 season.  Thanks, Toby!

Mailed: 1-30-23
Received Back: 2-27-23
Turnaround Time: 28 Days