Ken Singleton signed his 1971 O-Pee-Chee Rookie Card. On the front, this Canadian counterpart is indistinguishable from the Topps version that is much more common in the United States. Fittingly enough, I purchased the card on a recent trip to Canada. Thanks, Ken!
Mailed: 6-2-25
Received Back: 6-12-25
Turnaround Time: 10 Days
Hall of Famer Cliff Harris won two Super Bowls and made six Pro Bowl teams, playing for the Cowboys throughout the 1970s as one of the league's best Defensive Backs. He signed his 1975 Topps Rookie Card. Thanks, Cliff!
Mailed: 5-28-25
Received Back: 6-12-25
Turnaround Time: 15 Days
Here's a great return from four-time World Series Champion Chuck Knoblauch, who won three of his four titles with the Yankees. Thanks, Chuck!
Mailed: 3-10-25
Received Back: 6-9-25
Turnaround Time: 91 Days
Luis Gonzalez signed three different rookie cards from 1991. Thanks, Luis!
Mailed: 5-6-25
Received Back: 6-5-25
Turnaround Time: 30 Days
This one comes courtesy of his agent and a $15 donation, but I had to get a Jose Canseco autograph on a card depicting him as a Yankee a commemorating the 2000 World Series. He only had six home runs during his partial season with the Yankees, and he whiffed in his one World Series at bat, but he was a great player who was part of an even greater team, and everyone on that team earned their World Series rings. Thanks, Jose!
Mailed: 4-28-25
Received Back: 6-2-25
Turnaround Time: 35 Days
No failures to report this month, but I did request and receive a Nationals Fan Pack. The Luis Garcia autograph appears to be facsimile.
Here's a solid vintage return from former NFL QB Ken Anderson, who made four Pro Bowl teams. Thanks, Ken!
Mailed: 4-28-25
Received Back: 5-27-25
Turnaround Time: 29 Days
Here's a nice one back from former NFL RB Merril Hoge, who signed his 1989 Score Rookie Card. Thanks, Merril!
Mailed: 4-28-25
Received Back: 5-27-25
Turnaround Time: 29 Days
Here's a spectacular return from current Utah Jazz CEO Danny Ainge, who is also a former coach. He played in the NBA and MLB as well, though he is much more well-known as a basketball player. During his 14 years in the league, he won two NBA Championships and made one All-Star team. He averaged 11.5 points per game. He signed his 1986 Fleer Rookie Card here. Thanks, Danny!
Mailed: 1-10-25
Received Back: 5-24-25
Turnaround Time: 137 Days
We have a new record for longest wait for a successful return. Here's a nice one from former MLB Closer Greg Holland, who won 30 games and saved 220 games during a 12-year MLB career. His ERA was as close to Pi as you can get, at 3.14. Thanks, Greg!
Mailed: 3-2-18
Received Back: 5-22-25
Turnaround Time: 2638 Days
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 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
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
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 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 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
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
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
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
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
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 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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Mailed: 3-10-25
Received Back: 4-19-25
Turnaround Time: 40 Days
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
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
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 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
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
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
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
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
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 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
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
Mailed: 3-14-25
Received Back: 4-7-25
Turnaround Time: 24 Days
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
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 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
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
