2019-05-16 21:20
Last nights effort on the part of Kenta Maeda has earned him his fourth Topps Now card - his first of the 2019 season. His first three all came out during his rookie season in 2016, so it's… Read More
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2019-05-16 17:11
Masterful.Kenta Maeda struck out 12 Padres (a team season high), walked none and scattered three hits to stifle San Diego and record his fifth win of the season. Best yet, he provided all th… Read More
2019-05-15 22:09
Big League Baseball boxes, Topps answer to collectors who are seeking something more affordable, are now on store shelves. There are 403 base cards (11 of which are Dodgers) and only a handf… Read More
2019-05-15 17:02
Congrats, Joc!Last night he hit 100th career home run, and it was a timely one. With the Dodgers trailing, Joc came up in the third inning with a man on and hit his homer (watch it here) to… Read More
2019-05-14 19:59
Topps high-end brand, Tier One, was released last week, and I've got a bunch of pics to share with you. As you know, this set includes only hits - autographs and relics. So, there are no bas… Read More
2019-05-14 19:33
Above is a fantastic 1932 International News press photo of future Hall of Famer Hack Wilson wearing a Dodger uniform for the very first time. It had recently sold at RMY Auctions.Below… Read More
2019-05-13 17:52
Ryu is an 'Ace' right now. Per Rowan Kavner at Dodger Insider:“I can’t say enough about Hyun-Jin and what he’s done for us,” Roberts said. “He’s off to ob… Read More
2019-05-10 17:13
Take a look at this slide.Here's a May 19, 1943 ACME press photo of Cardinals outfielder Harry Walker trying his best to break-up a double play, as he slides way outside of the bag to interr… Read More
2019-05-09 21:47
I had forgotten all about the existence of this set. Back in March Topps unveiled a new online exclusive set that's based on the Topps Now brand. It is called Topps Now Future and it's a pri… Read More
2019-05-09 17:36
Last night Clayton Kershaw went a strong 6.2 innings to record his second victory of the season -- which helped the Dodgers win their 10th consecutive game at home. The real hero, though is… Read More
2019-05-09 00:06
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
2019-05-08 17:18
On an evening when his family and friends were in the house -- heck, it was even his mother's birthday -- Hyun-Jin Ryu absolutely dominated. He threw his first complete game shutout since hi… Read More
2019-05-07 22:23
Lelands just opened up their Spring auction and it includes several incredible Negro League items featuring future Dodgers. The best of the bunch is the above 1939 photo of an 18-year old Ro… Read More
2019-05-07 01:24
Something strange happened over the weekend. The Dodgers signed a player at a position that I didn't think we needed help in. For months we've been sold the idea that we are rich at the catc… Read More
2019-05-03 19:53
Here is the Topps Now card announcing Cody Bellinger as the National League 'Player of the Month'. It is currently available online. Go here to check it out and order. Below is what's w… Read More
2019-05-02 17:16
Ryu was fantastic last night. He battled Madison Bumgarner pitch-for-pitch -- throwing eight innings of four-hit ball, allowing just one run and striking out six. Unfortunately, the Dodgers… Read More
2019-05-01 20:22
Last week I highlighted a couple of fantastic Jackie Robinson game-used items on auction at Goldin (link here), and wanted to take a little moment this afternoon to point-out a handful of ot… Read More
2019-05-01 16:50
You can't win without a little help from your friends.Cody Bellinger still continues to mash, but it was the efforts of those who've had a slow start that gave the Dodgers a victory last nig… Read More
2019-04-30 22:56
As you all know, AJ Pollock is headed towards to Injured List due to right elbow inflammation, so speculation all morning centered around who would be called up to take his place on the rost… Read More
2019-04-30 19:54
Cody Bellinger is so 'hot' right now, he has either tied or overtaken three records over the past five days. It all began on Friday when he eclipsed Chase Utleys record of 85 Total Bases bef… Read More
2019-04-30 17:15
Cody Bellinger just keeps rolling along. Last night he went two-for-three, recorded his fourth outfield assist of the season and drove in his 37th run -- a new Major League record for RBI's… Read More
2019-04-29 16:53
Bellinger's first month to the season has been otherworldly. Through 29 games so far Cody is leading the league in Runs (30), Hits (44), Home Runs (14), RBI's (36), Batting Average (.427), O… Read More
2019-04-25 17:26
All it takes is one inning to ruin a good outing.For five innings Walker Buehler was rolling along just fine. He had allowed only a single and a walk in what looked like a certain win for th… Read More
2019-04-24 17:45
Kenta Maeda got roughed up early yesterday afternoon, as he yielded six runs during his first two innings on the mound. Per Rowan Kavner at Dodger Insider:“I wasn’t able to locat… Read More
2019-04-23 17:10
Check out this fantastic, circa 1950's, photograph taken by Barney Stein of the Brooklyn Dodgers "Sym-Phony" Band that is currently available at RMY Auctions.Below are more links to che… Read More
2019-04-22 18:17
What a weekend for the Dodgers. Although they were unable to extend their winning streak by sweeping the Brewers, they were able to show that they are the alpha-males of the National League… Read More
2019-04-22 17:19
Kershaw was great... Joc was outstanding... But its Belli who stole the show. Per Rowan Kavner at Dodger Insider:“He’s just playing incredible baseball,” Roberts said of Be… Read More
2019-04-19 17:03
The Dodgers decided to celebrate National High Five Day by defeating the Brewers for their fifth consecutive victory last night. Best yet, it all came about as a result of the clubs fifth st… Read More
2019-04-18 21:03
Here's something new to add to my mental database. Featured above is a circa 1940's Brooklyn Dodgers coin bank made by Moyer Pottery that is currently available through Hunt Auctions (auctio… Read More
2019-04-18 20:41
Here is a last look at some of the Dodger inserts found in packs of Panini's 2019 Diamond Kings brand. Unfortunately, there are quite a few inserts cards that I do not yet have pics of. I wi… Read More
2019-04-18 01:50
I doubt there is another team more active than the Dodgers when it comes to pursuing seemingly unknown or over-the-hill ballplayers. Their willingness to take risk is the reason they've been… Read More
2019-04-16 23:21
What an electrifying evening Jackie Robinson Day turned out to be. Along with all of the 'pomp and circumstance' that goes with this Baseball holiday, we got to witness a thrilling ballgame… Read More
2019-04-12 18:35
Panini's Diamond King brand is now in stores, and I've got pics of all the Dodger base cards below. Go here for a complete checklist.I want to note that the biographies on the reverse of the… Read More
2019-04-12 18:13
Onyz's newest prospect-only card brand just hit store shelves. It is called 'Vintage Collection Baseball' and it includes 17-year old Dodgers catching prospect Diego Cartaya among the 22-car… Read More
2019-04-12 17:00
Check out this 'Throwback Thursday' little league photo tweeted by Kenley Jansen yesterday. It features himself (I think he's the lad holding the trophy) and fellow Curaçao nativ… Read More
2019-04-11 23:31
The next homestand starts on Friday against the Milwaukee Brewers. Below are some odds and ends for this upcoming homestand. Here are some important links:2019 Broadcast ScheduleParking Info… Read More
2019-04-11 18:00
I love this thing.What we have here is a wooden pencil holder that is shaped like a baseball resting on a bat and pedestal. Across the 'sweet spot' is the name Valenzuela -- no doubt in refe… Read More
2019-04-11 17:40
Here's a fantastic slide by 'Pistol' Pete Reiser against the Cardinals, 9/13/1946. Per the descriptor on the reverse:Action that had the Dodger fans gripping frantically at the edges of thei… Read More
2019-04-10 21:10
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
2019-04-10 17:08
Oklahoma recently had a double dose of awesome. Last week their capitol hosted Clayton Kershaw for his first rehab start on their Opening Day (link here). Then yesterday afternoon, Tulsa fan… Read More
2019-04-09 21:02
The second Dodger card available through Topps newest online exclusive card brand, 2019 Topps 150 Years of Baseball, features the historic moment Jackie Robinson changed the game and the cou… Read More
2019-04-09 17:35
I just plain forgot to put this in this mornings Blog Kiosk, and since I'm the impatient type I figured I'd just put up a little blurb here.As you know, Hanley Ramirez was born and raised in… Read More
2019-04-09 17:11
I just love this 'In-Action' photo of Pee Wee Reese leaping to make a play on the baserunner. Per the descriptor on the reverse:Up When He Should Be DownIf Pee Wee Reese didn't have to soar… Read More
2019-04-08 19:12
Cody Bellinger had quite a weekend -- earning him two Topps Now cards.Beginning on Friday, he walloped his league-leading 6th home run of the season against the hapless Rockies -- earning hi… Read More
2019-04-08 17:01
Did you see Cody's homer on Sunday? It was both majestic and frightening -- so scary, I am sure that bare-handing the ball would've sheared your hand right off. Watch it here. Overall, the D… Read More
2019-04-05 16:59
Clayton Kershaw got back on the mound last night as the Oklahoma City Dodgers Opening Night starting pitcher -- which begs the question: "Would this qualify as his ninth consecutive Opening… Read More
2019-04-04 16:47
They just keep slugging.Last night the Dodgers extended their consecutive homer streak to start the season to seven games when Kiké Hernández hit his third home run of the seas… Read More
2019-04-03 17:05
Not only does Cody Bellinger lead the Majors in home runs (5), he also now holds the franchise record for most home runs in the first 300 games of their MLB career -- Bellinger with 69, Piaz… Read More
2019-04-01 15:49
The Dodgers exploded on Saturday for 18 runs against the Diamondbacks, due in large part to a four hit effort by Cody Bellinger. He accounted for six of the Dodger runs -- recording two sing… Read More
2019-03-29 21:08
Topps Gypsy Queen brand was released earlier this week and it's filled with plenty of Dodgers'. There are 13 base cards -- including three short printed Hall of Famers -- and numerous photo… Read More
2019-03-29 19:43
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
2019-03-29 19:10
The first great moment of the 2019 Dodgers season, or shall I say eight Dodger highlights, will unsurprisingly be memorialized with a Topps Now card. As you know, the Dodgers collectively pu… Read More
2019-03-27 22:47
Opening Day is here! The first home series of the 2019 season begins on Thursday against our rivals -- the Diamondbacks. Below are some odds and ends for this homestand. Below are some impor… Read More
2019-03-27 00:13
To open the 2019 regular season Topps has released their second 852 Montgomery Club membership set. As you know, last year Topps unveiled a collector membership club called '582 Montgom… Read More
2019-03-26 20:52
Finally! Here's a look at my dusty, but well loved Don Newcombe comic book. It was published in 1950 by Fawcett Publications -- the same folks who created the Jackie Robinson comics from the… Read More
2019-03-26 18:00
Pee Wee Reese could soar like an eagle.Featured above is a 1957 spring training pic taken by Herb Scharfman of Reese at Dodgertown. Per the descriptor on the reverse:Veteran Captain Pee Wee… Read More
2019-03-22 17:30
Are those taco's I see?LAD Executive Chef Ryan Evans shared a bunch of new munchies that'll be available at Dodger Stadium at Dodger Insider; including the chicken taco's seen above. Go here… Read More
2019-03-21 21:56
The Topps Inception brand can now officially be found on hobby shop shelves. There are only a handful of Dodgers' available -- including just three ballplayers in the base set and only two a… Read More
2019-03-21 17:45
Here's a fantastic vintage pic taken by famed Baseball photographer Charles Conlon of the Brookyn Dodgers outfield, circa 1932-33. Featured are Johnny Frederick, Lefty O'Doul and Hack Wilson… Read More
2019-03-20 21:37
The first 2019 Topps Living Set card and ninth overall Dodger available for sale is super-utilityman Enrique "Kiké" Hernández. Go here to check it out and order.I'm surprised t… Read More
2019-03-19 17:56
Above is a spring pic I ran across featuring a bunch of Dodgers' in front of the Bear Mountain Inn in New York. As you know, during the wartime 40's the club spent their spring in upstate Ne… Read More
2019-03-18 17:47
Happy belated St. Patrick's Day!Photo above of Hyun-Jin Ryu via @Dodgers on twitter. Below are more links to check out:This Day in Dodgers History: In 1958 famed clown Emmett Kelly, sig… Read More
2019-03-15 17:20
Yasiel Puig faced the Dodgers and Hyun-Jin Ryu for the first time yesterday afternoon. In his first at-bat he singled to right off Ryu. He then grounded out his next two at-bats.Photo above… Read More
2019-03-14 22:39
I know the last thing Dodger fans want to be reminded of is the 2018 World Series. After all, we were dealt a crushing and embarrassing blow that I think most fans would rather just forget… Read More
2019-03-14 17:25
Happy Birthday, Charlie!Jackie Robinson, Pee Wee Reese, Billy Cox and Bob Milliken surround skipper Charlie Dressen with enough cake to feed all of Brooklyn. This pic was taken following the… Read More
2019-03-13 20:58
I usually refrain from writing about trade rumors. After all, we all know that a vast majority of the 'Hot Stove' is bunk. That said, this one vintage, circa 1950's, rumor has my imagination… Read More
2019-03-12 21:45
If you haven't had a chance to see the NL Championship ring the Dodgers created after the 2017 season, well here's you chance. Featured is the very first ring from this season that I've seen… Read More
2019-03-08 21:22
Now that you've seen the base cards, here are the Dodger inserts found in packs of 2019 Donruss.Retro 1985 Signatures#11 Cody BellingerRetro 1985 Materials#16 Adrian Beltre &nbs&hell…Read More
2019-03-08 17:52
Seaman Johnny Podres is seen above receiving the 1955 Babe Ruth Award for his exploits during the 1955 World Series. The above pic is currently on auction at Hunt Auctions (link here).Below… Read More
2019-03-08 00:27
It's not often that you see a Baseball card from the mid-19th century. Although, I guess you could argue that this isn't really a card -- at least, not the kind we are accustomed to. What th… Read More
2019-03-07 21:49
Panini's flagship baseball brand is now in stores and I've got pics of all the Dodger base cards below. Go here to check out a complete checklist.As you can see below, Max Muncy is the Dodge… Read More
2019-03-06 18:29
Just another fantastic spring baseball photo. This time it's of a pitcher who many regard as one of the most underrated hurlers of the 30's.Dated March 27, 1943. Ex-Dodger -- The Brooklyn Bu… Read More
2019-03-04 23:14
I had forgotten all about this set. Late last year Topps unveiled a collector membership club called '582 Montgomery' that includes several exclusive perks. Members would receive six differe… Read More
2019-03-04 18:13
Here's a last look at Topps 2019 Heritage brand. Featured below are all of the Dodgers insert cards found in packs.Real One Autographs#ROA-MMU Max Muncy1970 Mint Relics (embedded coin)#70M-C… Read More
2019-03-04 17:42
Clayton and son spent part of this weekend playing ball. Adorable!Pic above via Dodgers on twitter. Below are more links to check out:This Day in Dodgers History: In 1912 Charles Ebbets… Read More
2019-03-01 18:42
For the first time since its inception the LA Kings held a Dodgers Night at the Staples Center and I did not attend. Heck, you'd think I'd want to just check out those jazzy Dodger jersey's… Read More
2019-03-01 17:40
Last night was Dodgers Night at the LA Kings game, and as you can see in the pic above (via LA Kings on twitter) our nightmare-inducing mascot was on-hand to celebrate the occasion with Bail… Read More
2019-02-28 18:30
As you'll notice below, this week is the anniversary of Sandy Koufax and Don Drysdale's infamous holdout prior to the start of the 1966 season. They both worked collectively to demand higher… Read More
2019-02-28 01:56
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
2019-02-27 18:24
Topps second baseball brand of the upcoming season has just hit store shelves. It is their Heritage cards and this year it pays homage to the 1970 Topps Baseball card set. Go here for a… Read More
2019-02-26 18:27
Here's a look at the Dodgers 2019 Yearbook above. Go here to order.Below are more links to check out:This Day in Dodgers History: In 1952 Dodgers all-star pitcher Don New… Read More
2019-02-25 18:40
It has begun.Spring is officially upon us as the first games of the preseason started in earnest this weekend. Before you know it, it'll be Opening Day.Pic above via Jill Weisleder/Los Angel… Read More
2019-02-20 19:11
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
2019-02-19 21:15
This morning we were shook by the news that Brooklyn Dodger hero Don Newcombe has died at the age of 92. As you know, he was a frequent attendee at Dodger games, and is known to be a mentor… Read More
2019-02-19 18:24
Clayton is faced live batter for the first time this spring yesterday. Pic above via Jon SooHoo/LA Dodgers 2019.Below are more links to check out:This Day in Dodgers History: In 1954 th… Read More
2019-02-18 18:44
There's no better place than Camelback Ranch to get autographs from your favorite Dodgers'.Photo above via @Dodgers on twitter. Below are more links to check out:This Day in Dodgers History:… Read More
2019-02-15 22:57
Someone has failed to tell Leaf that the year is now 2019.Featured here are the two Dodger prospects found in Leaf's newest prospect-heavy card brand named 2018 Leaf Flash Baseball. Having d… Read More
2019-02-15 18:19
"Will you be mine?"Some of the cutest photos ever popped up on twitter yesterday, in celebration of Valentine's Day. It featured a bunch of youngsters and their favorite Dodgers'. Above, via… Read More
2019-02-14 17:42
This is a good sight.On Monday, former batterymates Clayton Kershaw and Russell Martin were reunited after an eight year separation. It's like they got part of the band back together. Per Ke… Read More
2019-02-13 19:01
The sincerity and grace displayed in this letter is something I've come to expect from Jackie Robinson. He was not only a trailblazer in the field of civil rights and in the game we love, bu… Read More
2019-02-12 22:39
The Dodgers just released their 2019 Spring Training broadcast schedule, so I thought I would pass that along (see at very bottom). Unlike the upcoming regular season, over 70% of the games… Read More
2019-02-11 18:38
This weekend Cody Bellinger, along with fellow baller and Diamondback prospect Jamie Westbrook, were inducted into the Chandler Sports Hall of Fame. Per Richard Obert at the Arizona Rep… Read More
2019-02-05 22:13
Here is a final look at Dodger cards found in 2019 Topps Series 1. Featured below is a bevy of inserts found in packs. Go here to check out the Dodger base cards.Legacy of Baseball Autograph… Read More
2019-02-05 18:18
Here's a fantastic view of Dodger Stadium in the mist of being built, via RMY Auction (link here).It is dated to 1958 and was taken by Delmar Watson -- a onetime child actor and news photogr… Read More
2019-02-01 17:42
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
2019-01-31 22:16
Now that you've seen the Dodger base cards, here are several of the inserts you can find in packs. First, I thought I would share the handful of Dodgers found in Topps' 2019 Silver Pack 1984… Read More
2019-01-31 18:21
The celebration of all things Jackie Robinson begins in earnest today. The Dodgers will honor this day by hosting a celebration for 250 children and parents from Union Rescue Mission. P… Read More
2019-01-30 22:34
Guess what officially hits stores today?That's right, it is Topps Baseball Card Day, and as always it officially ushers in the 2019 season by officially releasing their flagship card set - t… Read More
2019-01-30 18:00
Just one more win.Featured above is an AP wirephoto showing an overjoyed Clem Labine (eBay Auction Link). Per the description on the reverse:Clem Labine, Brooklyn's relief artist, leaps for… Read More
2019-01-29 23:48
The Dodgers FanFest has come and gone, and like in past years there was plenty of fans in attendance, a lot to do and lines everywhere. Heck, it would be entirely appropriate to just call th… Read More
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