Charlie Joiner Jr.

Here's another nice Hall of Fame Rookie Card return from the great Charlie Joiner.  Thanks, Charlie!

Mailed: 4-26-25
Received Back: 5-13-25
Turnaround Time: 17 Days

Dan Quayle

Dan Quayle served as Vice President of the United States under George H.W. Bush.  I couldn't find a card of him, so I sent him a patriotic card from a baseball card set, which he signed.  It's pretty cool to get a return from a former Vice President.  Thanks, Dan!

Mailed: 4-21-25
Received Back: 5-9-25
Turnaround Time: 18 Days

Chris Hanburger

Hall of Fame Linebacker Chris Hanburger made nine Pro Bowl teams during his 14 NFL seasons.  He signed his 1967 Philadelphia Rookie Card.  Thanks, Chris!

Mailed: 4-29-25
Received Back: 5-9-25
Turnaround Time: 10 Days

Rick Cerone Rookie

Here's a signed 1977 Topps Rookie Card back from Rick Cerone, who shares his rookie with three other players, with Dale Murphy being the most notable among them.  Thanks, Rick!

Mailed: 4-28-25
Received Back: 5-8-25
Turnaround Time: 10 Days

John Wasdin

John Wasdin won 39 games and saved seven games during his twelve MLB seasons.  He worked primarily as a relief pitcher.  Thanks, John!

Mailed: 4-21-25
Received Back: 5-6-25
Turnaround Time: 15 Days

Billy Kilmer

Billy Kilmer threw for 20,495 yards and 152 TDs during his 16 NFL regular seasons, most of which he spent as a QB, though he was also primarily a Halfback for several seasons.  He rushed for 1,509 yards and 21 TDs, adding a receiving TD as well.  Thanks, Billy!

Mailed: 4-26-25
Received Back: 5-3-25
Turnaround Time: 7 Days

Bobby Griese

Here's a great return from Hall of Famer Bob Griese on his 1974 Wonder Bread Card.  Thanks, Bob!

Mailed: 10-15-24
Received Back: 5-2-25
Turnaround Time: 199 Days

Jackie Smith Rookie

Hall of Famer Jackie Smith signed a worn/well-loved copy of his 1967 Philadelphia Rookie Card.  Thanks, Jackie!

Mailed: 4-19-25
Received Back: 5-1-25
Turnaround Time: 12 Days

Gorman Thomas

Here's a great return from one-time All-Star Gorman Thomas, who played in 13 MLB seasons.  He signed his 1974 Topps Rookie Card, sent a signed business card, and wrote a note for $5.  I might have to check out his sauce.  Thanks, Gorman!

Mailed: 4-14-25
Received Back: 5-1-25
Turnaround Time: 17 Days

Bobby Valentine Rookie

Here's a nice return from Bobby Valentine, who signed his 1971 Topps Rookie Card.  Thanks, Bobby!

Mailed: 3-26-25
Received Back: 5-1-25
Turnaround Time: 36 Days

Timothy Tebow

Here's a signed baseball card from Tim Tebow with an accompanying note.  This is a pretty cool return.  Thanks, Tim!

Mailed: 4-14-25
Received Back: 5-1-25
Turnaround Time: 17 Days

Chris Osgood

Chris Osgood helped the Red Wings win three Stanley Cups in his 17 NHL seasons, during which he also compiled 401 regular season wins as a Goalie.  Thanks, Chris!

Mailed: 4-21-25
Received Back: 4-29-25
Turnaround Time: 8 Days

BJK

Here's a nice signature from legendary Tennis Player Billie Jean King!  Thanks, Billie!

Mailed: 1-14-25
Received Back: 4-28-25
Turnaround Time: 104 Days

Louisiana Lightning Gator

I know I just sent a separate request to Ron Guidry pretty recently, but then I acquired another copy of his 1976 Topps Rookie Card, so I had to get that signed.  Thanks again, Louisiana Lightning!

Mailed: 4-14-25
Received Back: 4-28-25
Turnaround Time: 14 Days

Scott David Burrell

Current SCSU Coach and former UConn Huskies player Scott Burrell, a member of 1998 Bulls Championship team, signed his 1993 Finest Rookie Card as well as a card showing him with the Bulls.  Thanks, Scott!

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

Roy Leon Face

Here's a great return from a great reliever, Roy Face, who signed his 1956 Topps Card.  Thanks, Roy!

Mailed: 4-14-25
Received Back: 4-25-25
Turnaround Time: 11 Days

Ron Ames Guidry

Here's a nice vintage return from Louisiana Lightning himself, Ron Guidry, who signed his 1978 Topps Card.  Thanks, Gator!

Mailed: 4-1-25
Received Back: 4-24-25
Turnaround Time: 23 Days

Craig Ehlo

Perhaps best-known for being posterized by Michael Jordan in the playoffs, Craig Ehlo put together a solid NBA career, averaging 8.6 points per game and 1.1 steals per game across 14 seasons.  Thanks, Craig!

Mailed: 4-14-25
Received Back: 4-24-25
Turnaround Time: 10 Days

Stephen Charles Balboni

Here's a signed 1982 Topps Rookie Card back from former Yankee Steve Balboni.  Thanks, Steve!

Mailed: 3-31-25
Received Back: 4-24-25
Turnaround Time: 24 Days

Monthly Failure Report: April 2025

Unsigned Return:

Tony Perez

William Francis Lee

Here's a pair of signed cards from "Spaceman" Bill Lee, formerly of the Red Sox and Expos.  Thanks, Bill!

Mailed: 4-8-25
Received Back: 4-23-25
Turnaround Time: 15 Days

Black Jack McDowell

Here's a new one!  Jack McDowell signed two of his 1988 Rookie Cards for $10 and added a signed CD for free, adding a note of how to order more signed CDs (for the reasonable price of $5 each).  Thanks, Jack!

Mailed: 4-14-25
Received Back: 4-21-25
Turnaround Time: 7 Days

Charlie Hough Rookie

Here's a great return from Knuckleballer Charlie Hough, who signed his 1972 Topps Rookie Card and the index card.  Thanks, Charlie!

Mailed: 3-31-25
Received Back: 4-21-25
Turnaround Time: 21 Days

Rogatien Vachon

Hall of Famer Rogatien Vachon played in the NHL for 16 seasons, winning 353 games as a Goalie.  He also won two Stanley Cups and made two All-Star teams.  Thanks, Rogie!

Mailed: 3-3-25
Received Back: 4-21-25
Turnaround Time: 49 Days

Kelly Gruber

Kelly Gruber (who looks remarkably similar to Dave Coulier) played in ten MLB seasons, with perhaps his best season coming in 1990, when he hit 31 Home Runs to go with 118 RBI, a Silver Slugger Award, and a Gold Glove.  He did more than enough to earn his second straight All-Star nod that year.  Two years later, he was a World Series Champion. He signed a card and wrote a note on the index card for a $1 donation.  He shared a favorite Bible passage and signed the back of the index card as well.  Thanks, Kelly!

Mailed: 3-10-25
Received Back: 4-19-25
Turnaround Time: 40 Days

Peter Stastny

Hall of Famer Peter Stastny scored 450 Goals and had 789 Assists during his 15 years in the NHL.  He signed his 1981 Topps Rookie Card for $10.  Thanks, Peter!

Mailed: 2-28-25
Received Back: 4-14-25
Turnaround Time: 45 Days

Jackie Smith Letter

I think Hall of Famer Jackie Smith forgot to include the signed card, but that's OK.  He wrote me a nice note on the index card as well.  Thanks, Jackie!

Mailed: 1-24-25
Received Back: 4-14-25
Turnaround Time: 80 Days

Bobby Clinton Richardson

Here's yet another great return from Bobby Richardson, who signed and inscribed his 1961 Topps Card and wrote a note on the back of the tract he gave me as well as another piece of paper.  Thanks again, Bobby!

Mailed: 3-31-25
Received Back: 4-12-25
Turnaround Time: 12 Days

Billy Koch

Billy Koch won 29 games and saved 163 games during his six MLB seasons.  Thanks, Billy!

Mailed: 3-10-25
Received Back: 4-12-25
Turnaround Time: 33 Days

Fredric Lynn

Happy Easter from Fred Lynn, who I just can't get to sign a baseball card.  However, I am now 4-for-4 in getting back a signed blue index card from him.  Thanks, Fred!

Mailed: 4-1-25
Received Back: 4-11-25
Turnaround Time: 10 Days

Woody Woodward

Infielder Woody Woodward had exactly one home run during his nine MLB seasons.  He signed his 1964 Topps Rookie Card.  Thanks, Woody!

Mailed: 1-2-25
Received Back: 4-11-25
Turnaround Time: 99 Days

The Plural of Moose is Moose

Here's an awesome return from Hall of Famer Mike Mussina, who signs through the mail for $10 per card, including the inscription.  He signed his 1991 Bowman Rookie Card as well as a card with a piece of his game-worn jersey on it.  Thanks, Moose!

Mailed: 3-27-25
Received Back: 4-11-25
Turnaround Time: 15 Days

Raghib Ramadian Ismail

Here are four cool cards signed by Raghib "Rocket" Ismail.  Thanks, Rocket!

Mailed: 3-27-25
Received Back: 4-11-25
Turnaround Time: 15 Days

Carlton Fisk

Known as one of the greatest Catchers of all-time, Hall of Famer Carlton Fisk hit 376 Home Runs with 1330 RBI and a .269 Batting Average during his 24 MLB seasons.  Playing for the Red Sox and White Sox, he made eleven All-Star teams, while also winning three Silver Slugger Awards, a Gold Glove, and the 1972 AL Rookie of the Year Award.  Fisk signed his 1972 Topps Rookie Card for a $50 donation to a cancer charity that he supports.  Thanks, Carlton!

Mailed: 3-29-25
Received Back: 4-10-25
Turnaround Time: 12 Days

Craig Patrick

Craig Patrick scored 163 points during his eight NHL seasons, but he's better known as a Coach and General Manager.  He earned a spot in the Hall of Fame as a builder.  He signed his 1971 O-Pee-Chee Rookie Card.  Thanks, Craig!

Mailed: 3-31-25
Received Back: 4-10-25
Turnaround Time: 10 Days

Jim Lonborg Rookie

I had to grab these two cards when I saw them at my local card shop, despite their poor condition, because I had a plan for them, so Jim Lonborg signed two of his 1965 Topps Rookie Cards.  Thanks, Jim!

Mailed: 3-31-25
Received Back: 4-9-25
Turnaround Time: 9 Days

Bill Barber Rookie

Hall of Famer Bill Barber signed two of his 1973 Topps Rookie Cards, as well as the index card.  Thanks, Bill!

Mailed: 3-14-25
Received Back: 4-7-25
Turnaround Time: 24 Days

Danny Darwin

Danny Darwin won 171 games across 21 MLB seasons, once leading the league with a 2.21 ERA in 1990.  He signed his 1979 Topps Rookie Card, which he shares with Billy Sample, who already signed the card as well.  Thanks, Danny!

Mailed: 3-27-25
Received Back: 4-5-25
Turnaround Time: 9 Days

Russell Grimm

Hall of Famer Russ Grimm signed two of his 1984 Topps Rookie Cards.  Thanks, Russ!

Mailed: 1-28-25
Received Back: 4-4-25
Turnaround Time: 66 Days

Jim Rutherford

Jim Rutherford was an NHL Goalie for 13 seasons, but he is in the Hall of Fame as a builder for the time he spent as an Executive, which included three Stanley Cup wins as a General Manager.  He signed two Rookie Cards and the index card.  Thanks, Jim!

Mailed: 3-14-25
Received Back: 4-4-25
Turnaround Time: 21 Days

Stephen Balboni

Here's a nice return from Steve Balboni, who signed his 1982 Topps Rookie Card.  Thanks, Steve!

Mailed: 3-22-25
Received Back: 4-2-25
Turnaround Time: 11 Days

Elvin Bethea

Elvin Bethea played 16 NFL seasons, making the Pro Bowl team in eight of them.  He finished his career with 105 Sacks.  He signed his 1970 Topps Rookie Card for $10, adding and signing a card of his own, and leaving a nice note on the index card.  Thanks, Elvin!

Mailed: 3-19-25
Received Back: 4-1-25
Turnaround Time: 13 Days

Greg Luzinski

Greg Luzinski won a World Series and was named to four All-Star teams during his 15 MLB seasons.  He hit .276 with 307 Home Runs and 1128 RBI.  He signed his 1971 Topps Rookie Card for $5.  Thanks, Greg!

Mailed: 3-17-25
Received Back: 3-31-25
Turnaround Time: 14 Days

Jesse Russell Orosco

Jesse Orosco won two World Series, was named to two All-Star teams, and pitched in 1,252 games during his 24 MLB seasons.  His career ERA was 3.16.  He signed two of his 1980 Topps Rookie Cards.  Thanks, Jesse!

Mailed: 3-14-25
Received Back: 3-29-25
Turnaround Time: 15 Days

Robby Parish

Robert Parish signed three cards from the 90s, depicting him as a member of the Bulls, Celtics, and Hornets.  Thanks, Robert!

Mailed: 2-26-25
Received Back: 3-29-25
Turnaround Time: 31 Days

Richard Petty Rookie

I'm excited about this one, because racing legend Richard Petty signed his 1988 Maxx Rookie Card!  Thanks, Richard!

Mailed: 3-21-25
Received Back: 3-28-25
Turnaround Time: 7 Days

William Bradley

Basketball Hall of Famer Bill Bradley, who was also a Senator and a Presidential Candidate during the Democratic Primaries, signed this oddball card for me.  Thanks, Senator Bradley!

Mailed: 1-14-25
Received Back: 3-27-25
Turnaround Time: 72 Days

Christopher Robert Pronger

Here's a nice double rookie card return from a Hockey Hall of Famer, Chris Pronger.  Thanks, Chris!

Mailed: 3-10-25
Received Back: 3-27-25
Turnaround Time: 17 Days

John Valentin

A one-time Silver Slugger winner during his eleven MLB seasons, ten of which were with the Red Sox, John Valentin hit a respectable .279.  His best season came in 1995, when he had 27 Home Runs and 102 RBI, while hitting .298 in 135 games.  Thanks, John!

Mailed: 1-6-25
Received Back: 3-22-25
Turnaround Time: 75 Days

Monthly Failure Report: March 2025

No Response From March 2024:

Brandon Nimmo
Giovani Bernard
Jo Adell
Kenta Maeda
Rick Ankiel
Kirk Cousins
Bruce Bowen
Davis Love
Dawn Staley
Sam Fuld
Andy Fox
Larry Centers
Antoine Winfield
Marty McSorley
Randy Jones

Robert Clinton Richardson

I sent Bobby Richardson a card to sign and a card to keep, and he signed a card, sent another signed card, signed and inscribed the index card, and wrote me a note on his Christian tract.  He is amazing, and a great witness for Christ as well.  Thanks, Bobby!

Mailed: 3-14-25
Received Back: 3-21-25
Turnaround Time: 7 Days

Mac Jones

Mac Jones has thrown for 10,590 yards and 54 TDs during his first four NFL seasons.  He signed two rookie cards for me.  Thanks, Mac!

Mailed: 1-28-25
Received Back: 3-21-25
Turnaround Time: 52 Days