Monthly Failure Report: June 2024

No Response From June 2023:

Mookie Betts
Seth Beer
John Anderson
Ryan Leaf

Manon Rheaume

Manon Rheaume appeared in preseason games with the Tampa Bay Lightning, becoming the first woman to appear in games for any team in any of the major North American sports leagues.  On women's hockey teams, she was a gold medal winning goalie.  Thanks, Manon!

Mailed: 8-16-23
Received Back: 6-29-24
Turnaround Time: 318 Days

James Leyland

Jim Leyland will be inducted into the Hall of Fame this summer following a stellar managerial career in which he won a World Series, three pennants, and 1,769 regular season games.  The three-time Manager of the Year won his lone World Series at the helm of the 1997 Florida Marlins.  Jim signed his 1987 Topps Rookie Card, which I am happy to add to my collection.  Thanks, Jim!

Mailed: 3-25-24
Received Back: 6-24-24
Turnaround Time: 91 Days

Dave Robisch

Dave Robisch spent 13 seasons in the NBA and ABA, averaging 11.4 points and 6.6 rebounds per game.  He signed his rookie card.  Thanks, Dave!

Mailed: 6-12-24
Received Back: 6-22-24
Turnaround Time: 10 Days

Ian Kinsler

During his 14 MLB seasons, Ian Kinsler made four All-Star teams, won a World Series, and earned two Gold Gloves.  He finished his career with 1,999 regular season hits, 257 Home Runs, and 243 Stolen Bases.  Thanks, Ian!

Mailed: 1-16-24
Received Back: 6-21-24
Turnaround Time: 157 Days

Shawn Chacon

Shawn Chacon won 45 games across eight MLB seasons.  He made an All-Star team with the Rockies and played for the Yankees for a season and a half.  Thanks, Shawn!

Mailed: 7-10-23
Received Back: 6-20-24
Turnaround Time: 346 Days

Chris Carroll Slade

Here's a great return from a Patriot on Flag Day, as Chris Slade signed two of his 1993 Bowman Rookie Cards.  Thanks, Chris!

Mailed: 5-23-24
Received Back: 6-14-24
Turnaround Time: 22 Days

Duncan Robinson

Duncan Robinson has averaged 11.4 points per game during his first six years in the NBA.  Most of his points come from long range, as he hits 2.9 three-pointers per game on average.  Thanks, Duncan!

Mailed: 3-26-24
Received Back: 6-12-24
Turnaround Time: 78 Days

John Alban Edwards

Here's a nice return from Johnny Edwards, who signed his 1973 Topps card and added three extra photos that he signed, one each depicting his as an Astro, Red, and Cardinal.  Thanks, Johnny!

Mailed: 5-23-24
Received Back: 6-3-24
Turnaround Time: 11 Days

Dell Curry

Dell Curry averaged 11.7 points per game (including 1.1 three-pointers) during his 16-year NBA career, earning Sixth Man of the Year Honors once.  Perhaps the most significant thing he did during his NBA career though was father Steph Curry.  Thanks,  Dell!

Mailed: 5-23-24
Received Back: 6-3-24
Turnaround Time: 11 Days