Monthly Failure Report: January 2024

No Response From January 2023:

Danny Stubbs
Ricky Proehl
Terance Mann
Chris Chambliss
Jeremy Shockey

Ted Henry Power

Here's a return from a former MLB player with a great name, Ted Power.  He signed his 1982 Fleer Rookie Card.  Thanks, Ted!

Mailed: 1-16-24
Received Back: 1-27-24
Turnaround Time: 11 Days

Steven Swisher

Here's a great return from Steve Swisher, the one-time All-Star Catcher who played for the Cubs, Cardinals, and Padres.  He also happens to be Nick Swisher's dad.  Thanks, Steve!

Mailed: 1-16-24
Received Back: 1-24-24
Turnaround Time: 8 Days

The Refrigerator

William "The Refrigerator" Perry signed two cards, including his 1986 Topps Rookie Card.  Thanks, William!

Mailed: 1-9-23
Received Back: 1-23-24
Turnaround Time: 379 Days

John Olerud, Jordan & JC

John Olerud signed two rookie cards and sent a pamphlet with information on the charity he named after his special needs daughter, Jordan, as well as information on Jesus Christ.  If you are interested in learning more about or donating to his charity, please visit jordanfund.org.  Thanks, John!

Mailed: 8-15-23
Received Back: 1-23-24
Turnaround Time: 161 Days

Daniel Wuerffel

Danny Wuerffel is probably better known for his college career than his NFL career, but this is still a great return, and it sounds like he's involved with some wonderful charity work.  Thanks, Danny!

Mailed: 7-6-23
Received Back: 1-22-24
Turnaround Time: 200 Days

Andre Thornton

Andre Thornton amassed 253 HR and 895 RBI during his 14 MLB seasons.  He made two All-Star teams.  Thanks, Andre!

Mailed: 1-30-23
Received Back: 1-19-24
Turnaround Time: 354 Days

Isaiah Rider

Isaiah Rider averaged 16.7 points per game during his nine NBA seasons, winning one NBA Championship with the Lakers.  Thanks, Isaiah!

Mailed: 7-20-23
Received Back: 1-16-24
Turnaround Time: 180 Days

Kellen Winslow

 

Kellen Winslow made five Pro Bowl teams during his nine seasons with the Chargers.  The Hall of Famer finished his career with 6,741 receiving yards and 45 TDs, in addition to four postseason TDs.  He signed his 1981 Topps Rookie Card.  Thanks, Kellen!

Mailed: 9-6-23
Received Back: 1-13-24
Turnaround Time: 130 Days

Sammie Smith

Sammie Smith scored 15 rushing TDs and a receiving TD during his four years in the NFL.  This one was my second longest wait for a return, clocking in at just over five years.  Thanks, Sammie!

Mailed: 1-7-19
Received Back: 1-10-24
Turnaround Time: 1829 Days

Adam Alan Lind

Here's a nice return from Adam Lind, who signed his 2007 Bowman Rookie Card.  Thanks, Adam!

Mailed: 8-8-23
Received Back: 1-5-24
Turnaround Time: 150 Days

Alexander Wright

Alexander Wright had ten receiving TDs and scored twice on kickoff returns during his seven NFL seasons.  He earned one Super Bowl ring.  Thanks, Alexander!

Mailed: 8-26-23
Received Back: 1-5-24
Turnaround Time: 132 Days

Ruben Sierra

Ruben Sierra made four All-Star teams during his 20 MLB seasons.  He hit 306 Home Runs and drove in 1322 runs while playing for nine different teams, including three stints with the Rangers and two stints with the Yankees, where he was traded away for Cecil Fielder at the 1996 trade deadline, returning in 2003 in exchange for Marcus Thames.  Sierra signed his 1987 Topps Rookie Card for $10.  Thanks, Ruben!

Mailed: 12-18-23
Received Back: 1-2-24
Turnaround Time: 15 Days

Nicklas Lidstrom

The first return of 2024 comes from Canada.  Hockey Hall of Famer Nicklas Lidstrom signed four rookie cards.  In his incredible 20 NHL seasons, Lidstrom won four Stanley Cups, made 12 All-Star teams, won the Norris Trophy seven times, won the Smythe Trophy once, and was named one of the 100 best NHL players of all-time.  He finished his career with 264 goals and 878 assists.  Thanks, Nicklas!

Mailed: 10-7-23
Received Back: 1-2-24
Turnaround Time: 87 Days