2019-07-29 20:54
Due to some recent injuries -- Chris Taylor, David Freese and Kiké Hernández -- the Dodgers suddenly found themselves lacking in the utility department. So, instead of loo… Read More
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2019-07-29 17:03
Check out some celebrating Dodgers' following their pennant clinching victory over the Phillies on September 23, 1952 (eBay auction link). Can you name them all?Below are more links to check… Read More
2019-07-26 20:25
It recently discovered that there are a bunch of Topps online exclusive cards that have been released through their 'On-Demand' program that I have failed to list here. So, I thought I'd tak… Read More
2019-07-26 17:08
Check out this fantastic photograph that is currently available at Heritage Auctions (link here). It features Jackie Robinson, wearing a Montreal Royals uniform, shaking hands with the legen… Read More
2019-07-25 21:27
The Dodgers made a trade, but it was not for a reliever -- although, he has come out of the pen before. As you likely know by now, the Dodgers picked up first baseman Tyler White from the Ho… Read More
2019-07-25 20:38
Fantastic!As you know, there are very few things I love more than Dodger-related artwork. Over the years I've written about and shared numerous pieces that I've found online and in my own co… Read More
2019-07-25 19:15
Are you ready for 2020?Featured above is an early look at the 2020 Topps flagship baseball card design, and I'm not sure if I like it. Go here to check it out at Topps website. It once again… Read More
2019-07-25 17:50
No one likes getting beat, but the last two losses to the Angels doesn't have me distressed. They were both great games to watch. Oftentimes games don't turn out the way you'd hoped. But in… Read More
2019-07-24 21:21
The fourth wave of the 2019 Topps Total set is now in collector hands, and there are three Dodgers available to chase after. They are reliever Joe Kelly, catcher Russell Martin and Justin Tu… Read More
2019-07-24 17:10
That was a thrilling game... And sure, we didn't come out on top this time, but you gotta admit that there is no better way for a game to end. Some people like their walk-offs -- I'll take a… Read More
2019-07-23 19:11
A couple of weeks back Topps released their "Active Player Edition" of the 2019 Topps Archives Signature Series cards, and I'm only now able to share some pics of the Dodgers' found in… Read More
2019-07-23 17:25
Holy Moly! The upcoming changes at Dodger Stadium look awesome. It'll be a $100 Million renovation that will include a new center field plaza -- two acres of food concession stands, beer gar… Read More
2019-07-22 17:41
Thank you, Fernando! Per Cary Osborne at Dodger Insider:“It’s very special. It’s a great honor, because the Dodgers have the history of tremendous ballplayers for many year… Read More
2019-07-19 21:13
Last week saw the release of a super-high-end card brand called 2019 Topps Diamond Icons. For the price of $1000 you receive one box containing ten cards -- nine of which will be autographed… Read More
2019-07-19 20:51
Now that you've seen all of the Dodger base cards, here is a look at the inserts found in packs of Panini's 2019 Donruss Optic brand.Rated Rookie Signatures#13 Dennis Santana &n&hell…Read More
2019-07-19 17:06
Check out Pee Wee Reese's acrobatic throw to first. Unfortunately, the runners break-up attempt worked.Some Snappy Work at SecondChicago - Marvin Rickert of Cubs slides into 2nd too late in… Read More
2019-07-19 00:26
Here are this weekends autograph opportunities and events throughout the Southland. As always, be sure to check the Blue Heaven Calendar for other events (a link can always be foun… Read More
2019-07-18 23:41
The next homestand starts on Monday against the Washington Nationals. Below are some odds and ends for this upcoming homestand. I will update this should new and updated information become a… Read More
2019-07-18 20:02
One of Topps more popular sets is now in stores. This week saw the release of Topps' 2019 Allen & Ginter brand, and I've got pics of all the Dodger base cards below. Go here for a c… Read More
2019-07-17 22:32
I don't always pay attention to rock 'n roll memorabilia, but the current Heritage auction is a worthy exception. As I'm sure you know, Dodger Stadium has been host to plenty of musical acts… Read More
2019-07-17 21:08
As always, the Topps flagship factory sets sold online and through major retailers like Target includes several exclusive sets. One of these sets includes shiny chromium versions of the rook… Read More
2019-07-17 20:56
Panini's Donruss Optic brand has just hit store shelves, and I've got pics of the handful of Dodger base cards to share below. Go here for a complete checklist. As you may know, Optic is bas… Read More
2019-07-16 22:01
Now that you've seen the base cards, below are some of the Dodger inserts that are available in packs of 2019 Bowman Platinum -- a Walmart exclusive brand from Topps. Unfortunately, several… Read More
2019-07-16 21:51
If I'm not mistaken, this is Cody Bellinger's 13th Topps Now card (including a 'Moment of the Week' card) of the season. This card celebrates his two home runs off the Phillies that helped h… Read More
2019-07-16 19:28
It seems likely that the Dodgers will try to find a solution to their bullpen woes during the second-half of the season -- by calling up some youngsters or guys recently traded for. First up… Read More
2019-07-15 20:05
Leaf continues to boggle the mind. It is the middle of July 2019 and they saw fit, for whatever reason, to release a brand new prospect-based baseball card set called 2018 Leaf Trinity.... 2… Read More
2019-07-15 17:22
AJ Pollock is doing everything he can to make sure we haven't forgotten him. Since coming back from the IL on Friday he has gone 6-for-14 with two home runs with six RBI's. On Saturday he sa… Read More
2019-07-12 17:10
Dodger fans have always traveled well.Featured above is a group of avid Brooklyn Dodger fans at Shibe Park in Philadelphia on the last day of the 1949 season, October 2nd. The team only… Read More
2019-07-11 22:06
There's nothing I love more than an oddball Dodger collectible to add to my collection. Featured above is circa 1949-50 fan-taken snapshot of Dodger hurler Don Newcombe with two fans. Origin… Read More
2019-07-11 20:56
For the first time a Dodger is a part of the 'Moment of the Week' Topps Now set. Over the past couple of years Topps has been polling collectors online to determine what event should receive… Read More
2019-07-11 17:19
Here's a fun pic of Don Drysdale with Greg Brady.Learning the Curves -- Famous Baseball hurler Don Drysdale instructs Barry Williams in the art of throwing the curve ball between scenes of "… Read More
2019-07-10 20:35
The Walmart exclusive brand, Bowman Platinum, hit store shelves last week, and I've got pics of all the Dodger base cards. Check them out below. Go here for a complete checklist.Base#34 Clay… Read More
2019-07-10 17:01
No matter your viewpoint you can never truly forget just how remarkable and mystical his efforts were. Eric Gagne was unbelievable... And sure, it was all smoke and mirrors due to steroids… Read More
2019-07-10 16:40
Check out our All-Stars. Although the National League didn't come out on top, I think it's clear that fun was had by all.I also made a couple of Joc Pederson Home Run Derby fantasy custom ca… Read More
2019-07-09 21:45
Once again, Panini celebrated Father's Day with a card promotion at local hobby card shops throughout the country. With the purchase of certain Panini products you would get packs of Father'… Read More
2019-07-09 19:42
Here is a look at a very unique offering that has been ongoing for several weeks now. Featured is a Topps card giveaway geared towards the children. More specifically, at participating store… Read More
2019-07-09 19:01
Here's a final look at the Dodger inserts found in packs of 2019 Topps Stadium Club packs.Base Autographs#SCA-DSA Dennis Santana #SCA-MMU Max… Read More
2019-07-09 18:39
Hyun-Jin Ryu now has a Topps Living card. I was a little worried that a Dodgers' Ryu card would not be a reality -- since his contract had expired after last season and I had thought he'd be… Read More
2019-07-09 18:14
This past holiday has me way behind, so I'm playing a little bit of catch-up. Featured is a recently produced Topps Now cards that I had failed to write about here. Take a look at the July 3… Read More
2019-07-05 04:33
The next homestand starts on Monday against the Washington Nationals. Below are some odds and ends for this upcoming homestand. I will update this should new and updated information become a… Read More
2019-07-02 17:13
With the All-Star Game looming I figured the above press photo, originally taken by the Dodgers first in-house photographer Frank Worth, would be an apt share (eBay link). It features Jerry… Read More
2019-07-01 23:23
The next homestand starts on Monday against the San Francisco Giants. Below are some odds and ends for this upcoming homestand. Here are some important links:2019 Broadcast ScheduleParking I… Read More
2019-07-01 20:33
Cody Bellinger's newest 2019 Topps Now card shares the spotlight with fellow All-Star outfield starters Christian Yellich and Ronald Acuña Jr. As you know, the trio was recently… Read More
2019-06-28 22:01
The third membership set for Topps 582 Montgomery Club have recently arrived at members mailboxes. As you know, earlier this season Topps unveiled an exclusive membership club for Baseball c… Read More
2019-06-28 00:51
The fruits of their labor is coming to fruition.As you surely know, the Dodgers have been calling up one prospect after another. There was Matt Beaty... Then Kyle Garlick... Followed by Will… Read More
2019-06-27 17:38
Tony Gonsolin debuted yesterday, but things didn't go as planned. Per Ken Gurnick at MLB.com:The 33-pitch first inning was a disaster. It started with Dyson’s bunt single with two stri… Read More
2019-06-26 22:37
During that month of June there have been 12 different 2019 Topps Now Dodger cards released. Now, it's up to 13. Featured above is a combo Justin Turner/Kenley Jansen card that celebrates th… Read More
2019-06-26 20:57
One of the best sets in the hobby has just arrived on store shelves. It is Topps 2019 Stadium Club brand and I've got pics of all the base cards to share. Go here for a complete checklist. A… Read More
2019-06-26 17:35
This team is on a roll! They won their 55th game of the season (best in the Majors), and they did with some timely hitting and six scoreless bullpen innings. Via Ken Gurnick at MLB.com:&ldqu&hell…Read More
2019-06-25 23:13
As I'm sure you've heard by now, the Dodgers are expected to call up pitching prospect Tony Gonsolin and he will be pitching Wednesday's game in Arizona -- replacing Rich Hill in the rotatio… Read More
2019-06-25 18:16
Please meet Mrs. Myrt Power. At the time this photo was taken, dated on the reverse at June 15, 1956, she was probably just as famous as the two gentlemen at her sides -- Pee Wee Reese and D… Read More
2019-06-24 23:56
As suspected, Topps has issued another Dodgers' Topps Now card today, and it highlights all three walk-off homers from this weekend. Alex Verdugo, Matt Beaty and Will Smith are featured on t… Read More
2019-06-24 20:09
Now that you've seen the Dodger base cards found in packs of 2019 Topps Museum, here's a look at most of the Dodger inserts you can find. I've also included several of the Original Sketch (1… Read More
2019-06-24 19:04
Our three young hero's.Photo above of Alex Verdugo, Will Smith and Matt Beaty via Jon SooHoo/LA Dodgers 2019. Go here to check out more pics from yesterdays game. Below are more links to che… Read More
2019-06-24 16:51
The Dodgers had an unbelievable weekend. Not only did they sweep the Rockies -- winning their sixth in a row -- but they did it with fantastic style. The club won all three weekend games wit… Read More
2019-06-21 17:51
Cody doesn't only slug -- he's got a golden glove too. Last night he saved the day when he fielded a sacrifice bunt attempt and threw out the lead-runner at third base. It not only recorded… Read More
2019-06-21 17:03
Following the Dodgers 50th victory of the season on Wednedsday -- the first team in Baseball to reach this benchmark -- Topps has issued a new 2019 Topps Now card to commemorate the achievem… Read More
2019-06-21 15:51
The next homestand starts on Friday against the Colorado Rockies. Below are some odds and ends for this upcoming homestand. Here are some important links:2019 Broadcast ScheduleParking Infor… Read More
2019-06-20 17:52
The Dodgers are the first team in the Majors to win 50 games, but it wasn't easy getting here. They've experienced injuries (losing Pollock, Seager and now Hill) and seen their bullpen falte… Read More
2019-06-19 20:18
Here are this weekends autograph opportunities and events throughout the Southland. As always, be sure to check the Blue Heaven Calendar for other events (a link can always be foun… Read More
2019-06-19 19:27
Topps MLB Sticker Collection has returned and this time they decided to combine their stickers with actual baseball cards. In past years the stickers would come with a backing that had some… Read More
2019-06-19 17:26
There's nothing like the joy on a kids face when they meet their Baseball idol.Photo above via Jon SooHoo/LA Dodgers 2019. Go here to check out more pics from yesterdays game. Below are more… Read More
2019-06-18 18:38
This must've been a very sad day in Flatbush.Featured above is an April 18, 1958, AP wirephoto of a lone ballplayer walking the field with his head held down at Ebbets Field. As you know, th… Read More
2019-06-17 17:58
What a slide, eh?Chris Taylor did a belly-flop on home plate yesterday afternoon that was the eventual winning run. Per Ken Gurnick at MLB.com:The speedy Taylor seemed to hesitate momentaril… Read More
2019-06-17 16:00
Here's a final look at the second series of cards for Topps 2019 flagship baseball set. Go here to check out all of my previous posts. Below are the rest of the Dodger inserts that are avail… Read More
2019-06-14 16:55
Check out this fantastic fan-taken snapshot of Jackie Robinson coaching his son, Jackie Robinson Jr. that I ran into on ebay recently. Junior must be behind on the count -- notice how he's c… Read More
2019-06-13 16:47
I think it's safe to say that everybody had a fun time at last nights Blue Diamond Gala in support of the Dodgers Foundation. Per Rowan Kavner at Dodger Insider:“We have a lot of stuff… Read More
2019-06-12 23:20
The next homestand starts on Thursday against the Chicago Cubs. Below are some odds and ends for this upcoming homestand. Here are some important links:2019 Broadcast ScheduleParking Informa… Read More
2019-06-12 20:30
Series 2 is now out in stores, and it includes 11 new Dodger base cards to add to this season flagship set. There are some big names here, like Cody Bellinger, Walker Buehler and Cy Young fa… Read More
2019-06-11 20:26
For the second week in a row a Dodger is available in the 2019 Topps 150 Years of Baseball online exclusive set. It is of Hall of Famer Duke Snider and it does not highlight a specific momen… Read More
2019-06-10 20:00
A couple weeks ago Panini reintroduced a brand, originally created by Donruss in the 90's, called Leather & Lumber. It features numerous die-cut parallels and plenty of relics to fi… Read More
2019-06-10 19:13
The third Dodger to make it into Topps online exclusive card brand, 2019 Topps 150 Years of Baseball, features Mike Piazza and it highlights his fantastic rookie campaign in 1993. … Read More
2019-06-07 17:23
Check out this fantastic Barney Stein photo of a young and dapper Vin Scully at Ebbets Field in Brooklyn. It is unfortunately undated (eBay Auction Link).Below are more links to check out:Th… Read More
2019-06-06 23:27
I don't know how I missed this when I first looked through the catalog. Featured here is purported to be an actual Press Box sign that hung outside of the area Vin Scully broadcasted from in… Read More
2019-06-06 18:02
Wow! I can't believe how weak this set is for Dodger collectors. Last year there were seven base cards and eight different inserts available. In 2017 there were four base and 13 insert… Read More
2019-06-06 18:00
Sometimes you win, sometimes you lose. You just have to hope that at the end of the day you experience more celebration than disappointment. Yesterday's game was obviously disappointing, but… Read More
2019-06-05 21:30
Last week Topps released their very high-end card brand, 2019 Topps Definitive Collection, and I've got pics of many of the Dodgers cards that are available. Check them out below. Go here to… Read More
2019-06-05 19:52
For his second start in a row Topps has issued a 2019 Topps Now card featuring Hyun-jin Ryu to celebrate his mastery on the mound. This is his fourth Topps Now card of the season -- a testam… Read More
2019-06-05 17:31
ACE!Ryu was fantastic, once again. He spun seven innings of shutout ball against the Diamondbacks, recorded only two strikeouts and walked none to earn his ninth victory of the season, 10-0… Read More
2019-06-04 21:37
Walker Buehler had a perfect game yesterday until he yielded a solo home run to Diamondbacks infielder Christian Walker in the fourth inning. For his fantastic start and even better ending T… Read More
2019-06-04 21:12
With the Dodgers second pick on Monday, 31st overall, they chose another college bat in University of North Carolina infielder Michael Busch. The Dodgers announced him as a second baseman, b… Read More
2019-06-04 19:44
Yesterday was Day 1 of the 2019 amateur draft and the Dodgers had three selections on the day. Their first pick of the evening, 25th overall, is Tulane University third baseman Kody Hoe… Read More
2019-06-04 17:46
Walker Buehler was brilliant last night during the Dodgers 3-1 victory over the Diamondbacks, but I wanted to take a moment to highlight Kenley Jansen. With his 18th save of the season, he i… Read More
2019-06-03 21:41
Somehow I missed this card entirely. Several weeks back Topps issued this Cody Bellinger 2019 Topps Now "Card of the Month" card, but it wasn't available directly for sale online. Instead, i… Read More
2019-06-03 17:43
I missed another 2019 Dodgers' Topps Now card released over the weekend. This time it is of rookie catcher Will Smith and it highlights his walk-off home run on Saturday. Check it out above… Read More
2019-05-31 19:19
The next homestand starts on Friday against the Philadelphia Phillies on Alumni Weekend. Below are some odds and ends for this upcoming homestand. Here are some important links:2019 Broadcas… Read More
2019-05-31 16:48
The great Ryu! He earned his eighth win of the season last by throwing 7.2 innings of shutout ball with seven strike outs, one walk and four hits allowed. Per Ken Gurnick at MLB.com:“T… Read More
2019-05-30 19:38
It's been awhile since I've put together a post like this. I, like many collectors, enjoying viewing eBay auctions -- not just to add to the collection, but also to window shop. After all, t… Read More
2019-05-30 18:34
It's been a couple of months since a Dodger has been chosen for inclusion to Topps Living Baseball card set. Featured above is the Justin Turner card, and you have until the end of the week… Read More
2019-05-30 17:26
Come on, Belli! There's no need to strangle him.Last night was thrilling. The Dodgers fought back in the ninth inning against the Mets to score four runs -- punctuated by a walk-off sacrific… Read More
2019-05-29 18:07
The Dodgers lost last night, 7-3, so let's not dwell on that. Instead, we should accentuate the positive... like, Will Smith's fantastic debut. He singled in his first at-bat, recorded a dou… Read More
2019-05-28 17:05
First, I wanted to acknowledge a patch that ballplayers wore for the first time yesterday, for Memorial Day. It is a remembrance poppy that has been used since 1921 to commemorate military p… Read More
2019-05-24 21:14
Now that you've seen the base cards, below is a look at all of the other Dodger insert cards that are available in packs of 2019 Topps Pro Debut. On a side note, I decided to include the two… Read More
2019-05-23 21:14
Here are this weekends autograph opportunities and events throughout the Southland. As always, be sure to check the Blue Heaven Calendar for other events (a link can always be foun… Read More
2019-05-21 22:07
Panini's Prizm baseball card brand has just hit store shelves, and I've pics of most of the Dodger cards to share here. Check them out below. Go here for a complete checklist. BTW, there are… Read More
2019-05-20 21:30
Several weeks back Topps announced that they would be bringing back their Topps Total brand. For those who don't know -- which includes myself since I wasn't collecting when this initially c… Read More
2019-05-20 18:29
Hyun-Jin Ryu is pitching every bit like the 'Monster' he was billed to be when he first came from Korea to become a Dodger in 2013. He is currently riding a 31 scoreless consecutive innings… Read More
2019-05-17 22:40
The Dodgers have once again shuffled their roster. Along with both Caleb Ferguson and Matt Beaty, the Dodgers are bringing up 27-year old Kyle Garlick for his first stint of Major League bal… Read More
2019-05-17 20:50
The newest retail exclusive product is now sitting on store shelves of your local Target. It is Topps 2019 Bowman Mega Chrome Boxes and for $19.99 you get four regular 2019 Bowman packs (ori… Read More
2019-05-17 17:33
Just another fantastic vintage press photo (eBay link) -- this time it's of a successful steal of third, dated 9/29/1938. Per the descriptor on the reverse.Can't Catch This ThiefBoston Brave… Read More
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