2017-01-30 17:42
This past Saturday was the Dodgers FanFest, and one of the special announcements made that afternoon was the naming of Corey Seager, the NL's "Rookie of the Year", as the cover-spokesman for… Read More
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Dodger Blue passion mixed in with an obsessive compulsive desire to scour the world for rare and interesting Dodgers and Baseball collectibles.
2017-01-27 21:00
I hadn't planned on attending the NHL All-Star Game FanFair at the LA Convention Center, but I couldn't help myself. A major mid-season event was happening in my town, and I would be r… Read More
2017-01-27 17:54
After a brief rain delay Joc Pederson finally had the opportunity to meet with throngs of Dodger fans with their dogs at the Silverlake Dog Park yesterday. It was a part of the week-lo… Read More
2017-01-26 18:15
If there is one thing you should expect the Dodgers front office to do it's that they'll add seemingly inconsequential depth pieces to buttress the Major League roster. Last season dep… Read More
2017-01-26 17:30
LA Councilmember Gil Cedillo made a special presentation to Dodgers manager Dave Roberts yesterday afternoon at City Hall in recognition of his "Manager of the Year" award for the past seaso… Read More
2017-01-24 17:57
The first day of the Dodgers Love L.A. Community Tour was on Monday, and to start things off was a brief visit by Justin Turner and Yasiel Puig to local area Coffee Bean's. They greete… Read More
2017-01-24 01:51
Just when I thought, as many did, that the Dodgers were effectively done for the winter they go ahead to make a trade. As you may have heard, the Dodgers have found a solution to their… Read More
2017-01-23 17:46
On Saturday both Dave Roberts and Corey Seager received their respective awards from the Writers Association of American annual dinner. As you know Roberts was named the "Manager of th… Read More
2017-01-20 19:05
I love this photo.Featured is some in-game action on an International News press photo taken by Arthur Sasse (known for his pic of Albert Einstein sticking his tongue out), dated October 4… Read More
2017-01-19 18:22
With the Dodgers fanfest around the corner I thought that the above press photo from the New York Times would be appropriate. It features throngs of Dodger fans celebrating in front of… Read More
2017-01-19 00:16
The Dodgers fifth annual 2017 FanFest is right around the corner and now you can properly plan for the day. They have just announced a full schedule for player autograph sessio… Read More
2017-01-18 19:10
The 80's were a crazy time for many retired ballplayers; especially those with a collector following. After all, for many decades these old-timers received a pittance in salary for the… Read More
2017-01-18 17:56
With Spring around the corner I can't help but be excited when I see a vintage spring training photograph like the one above. (eBay Auction Link) Featured are five Dodger pitchers show… Read More
2017-01-17 22:14
Goldin is currently running their Winter Auction and it includes several notable Dodgers memorabilia items. Check them out below.Jackie Robinson was in the midst of having a whale of a… Read More
2017-01-17 18:06
By 1950 Jackie Robinson was on top of the world. He had just been awarded the NL MVP, participated in his very first All-Star Game and recently wrapped up filming a movie about his lif… Read More
2017-01-16 17:48
The 14th Annual Professional Baseball Scouts Foundation banquet was held this past Saturday at the Beverly Hilton, and among the many award recipients was Rachel Robinson, wife of Jackie, an… Read More
2017-01-13 18:05
Here is a final look at the Dodger cards found in packs of Panini's 2016 National Treasures. This time we look at the base cards. Unfortunately, I have yet to see the Jake Dauber… Read More
2017-01-13 17:45
He's officially a Dodger now.Featured above is a vintage International News press photograph showing the Dodgers manager helping newly signed Dodgers coach, Babe Ruth, into his uniform for t… Read More
2017-01-12 21:45
Mickey Owens is one of a long line of fantastic defensive minded catchers to wear Dodger Blue, and if not for a bungled play during the 1941 World Series he might be considered the best ever… Read More
2017-01-12 19:38
Here is a look at even more of the Dodger cards that can be found in packs of Panini's 2016 National Treasures Baseball. These are the remaining inserts I have yet to show. I hop… Read More
2017-01-12 19:00
This morning I was prepared to enjoy my day knowing that both Justin Turner and Kenley Jansen would remain in Los Angeles for the foreseeable future. What I didn't expect to discover w… Read More
2017-01-11 18:38
Here is a look at more of the Dodger cards that can be found in packs of Panini's 2016 National Treasures Baseball. Go here to see all of my past post on this set.I should note that yo… Read More
2017-01-11 18:05
The handing over of an noteworthy home run ball to a player who hit it is apparently a tradition that has existed for some time, as evidenced by the above 1957 Associated Press photograph. (… Read More
2017-01-10 23:21
With the new year upon us it is now time to share my picks for the ten best Dodgers' cards of 2016. As you know, this is the fifth consecutive year I've put this together. Check… Read More
2017-01-10 18:26
Dodgers third baseman Randy Jackson is seen scoring on an inside-the-park home run in the above August 11, 1956 International News press photo taken by Herb Scharfman - a noted Sports Illust… Read More
2017-01-10 00:13
Word spread this past weekend that the Dodgers were in the midst of signing another Cuban free agent. His name is Jose Miguel Fernandez, he bats left-handed, and has primarily been a s… Read More
2017-01-09 18:12
Check out this fantastic Sandy Koufax artwork found on the streets of Tel Aviv, Israel; pic via Jonathon Mayo on twitter. It was part of a photo op for an upcoming documentary that fol… Read More
2017-01-06 21:07
Several months ago I picked up an unusual vintage Dodgers doll that you can see above. It was something I had never seen before, and due to my proclivity for the oddball I knew I had t… Read More
2017-01-06 18:21
Now this is a Baseball play.These days it is doubtful anything like the action seen above would happen. First of all, infielders are not expected to perform such acrobatics on the fiel… Read More
2017-01-05 22:03
Considering all of the hoopla directed at Vin Scully and his retirement, I thought the above 1947 National League Championship ring was worth noting. It is available at auction through… Read More
2017-01-05 18:50
Safe!What a fantastic slide by Dodger second baseman and leadoff man Jim Gilliam. As you can see in the above International News press photo dated September 16, 1954, Gilliam darted be… Read More
2017-01-04 17:51
Spring training in New York.During WWII it was thought unwise to hold spring camp anywhere near the eastern coast. After all, German U-boats where known to hug the American coastline i… Read More
2017-01-03 17:35
I just can't wait for Baseball to get started. We are a mere few weeks away from the beginning of spring training, and soon thereafter Opening Day will be here. While we wait joi… Read More
2016-12-30 18:17
Happy Birthday, Sandy!Above is a 1967 vintage press photo of Koufax sitting in the broadcast booth for NBC. As you know, he was a broadcaster for a short time after retiring from the g… Read More
2016-12-29 22:39
This year has seen Dodger and Baseball fans alike celebrating the career and retirement of Vin Scully. Along with all the deserved accolades and pronouncements has been a flurry of mem… Read More
2016-12-29 17:56
Here's an fantastic photograph of Dodger legend Jackie Robinson with the 1950 NL Rookie of the Year, Sam Jethroe, of the Boston Braves. Pic above via Vintage Baseball on twitter.Below… Read More
2016-12-28 17:34
Joc Pederson and Corey Seager are not in Hawaii this week to just relax and take in the sights. They are there to host a youth Baseball camp and home run derby in benefit of the Kemoea… Read More
2016-12-27 20:41
Last week Leaf released their prospect based, all autograph card brand named 2016 Leaf Metal Draft, and it includes four fast rising youngsters vying to make an impression with the Dodgers f… Read More
2016-12-27 17:57
Check out this magnificent vintage UPI press photo, from 7/29/1956, that features a diving Cub, Don Hoak, getting past both Gil Hodges and Sandy Koufax. (eBay Auction Link) Per t… Read More
2016-12-23 18:34
Dashing and Debonair.Featured here is an original 120mm photo transparency of an photogenic Sandy Koufax in a photoshoot taken in the 60's. (eBay Auction Link) I believe it was taken b… Read More
2016-12-22 22:34
Officially released yesterday, below is a look at all the Dodgers cards found in packs of Topps 2016 Bowman's Best. Go here for a complete checklist.Base#24 Julio Urias … Read More
2016-12-21 20:58
I am now finally getting around to sharing pics of all the various Dodger cards I've been able to gather on Topps 2016 Dynasty Baseball card set. Go here for a complete checklist. &hell…Read More
2016-12-21 18:13
This old man looked like he could still pitch.Featured above is a look at a circa 1970's original color transparency of a greyer Sandy Koufax playing catch at Vero Beach. (Auction Link… Read More
2016-12-20 17:41
I realize that the photo above has nothing to do with Baseball or even specifically the Dodgers, but it was taken at Ebbets Field in Brooklyn. Featured above is an in-action composite… Read More
2016-12-19 21:13
Here is a look at all the Dodger cards found in packs of Panini's 2016 Elite Extra Edition Baseball card set. Go here for a complete checklist. This set was released last week an… Read More
2016-12-19 17:25
Kenta Maeda is incognito. Over the weekend we were greeted with a fun video from Japanese television featuring Dodgers pitcher Kenta Maeda goofing on a bunch of little league aged bal… Read More
2016-12-16 17:37
(AGon in Dubai, via his twitter)Once again, the Dodgers prove that they are willing and able to spread the gospel of Baseball to far off places. This weekend, both Adrian Gonzalez and… Read More
2016-12-15 22:05
I've always been a bit dismissive of cards with a relic or game-used uniform pieces inserted within them. Sure, they look cool sometimes, but how do you know if the uniform piece is re… Read More
2016-12-14 23:44
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 found on the… Read More
2016-12-14 17:24
I am not sure if I've ever seen what the scoreboard looked like during Dodger games at the LA Coliseum. So, when I came across the above pic I knew I had to make note of it. Feat… Read More
2016-12-13 23:25
Oh, boy! What a way to start a week.Just when you thought the Dodgers flubbed the winter meetings they go ahead and make some waves. It only goes to show you that all you need is… Read More
2016-12-13 17:39
Few photos tell a story like the one seen above. Featured is Jackie Robinson with David Campanella, son of Roy, and a young lad named Larry Solomon (possibly the photographers son) at… Read More
2016-12-12 20:25
Last week saw the release of Topps 2016 Bowman Draft Picks & Prospects set, and as always it's filled with a bunch of Dodger farmhands; including first licensed cards for Gavin Lux, DJ P… Read More
2016-12-12 19:31
Dodger fans can finally rejoice. Per various reports, particularly a tweet by Jim Bowden, the Dodgers have apparently agreed to terms with free agent closer and the teams all-time save… Read More
2016-12-12 17:57
Duke Snider gives in to the paparazzi and finally shows them some leg. Featured above is a vintage 1955 International News press photo of "The Duke" sharing his knee warp after Game 6… Read More
2016-12-09 20:55
We received word earlier this morning that the Dodgers have re-signed a trusted and important friend to Dodger fans everywhere (at least to fans who can watch the team on television). … Read More
2016-12-09 20:11
The most expensive set/box of cards ever produced has now officially been released. It is called 2016 Topps Transcendent and it features pure Baseball card gluttony. With a sugge… Read More
2016-12-09 17:33
Once upon a time, Sandy Koufax moonlighted as an actor. He wasn't a particularly good one, mind you, but he did get quite a few Hollywood roles; especially after leading the Los Angele… Read More
2016-12-08 17:28
I guess you never get football out of your system.Featured above is a fantastic AP press/publicity photograph that features Jackie Robinson in the midst of being tackled by two college gridi… Read More
2016-12-07 20:13
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 found on the… Read More
2016-12-07 17:33
Not only did the Dodgers feature the first African-American position player to play in the Majors, but they also introduced the first African-American pitcher to enter a Major League game.&n&hell…Read More
2016-12-06 20:49
Here is a look at many of the Dodgers cards found in packs of 2016 Panini Pantheon Baseball. Go here for a complete checklist. Unfortunately, Panini does not provide an accurate… Read More
2016-12-05 21:37
Here is the first major news to come the Dodgers way this winter. As you likely know by now, the Dodgers have penned starting left-handed side-armer Rich Hill to a three year/$48 milli… Read More
2016-12-05 18:12
Check out legendary Dodgers scout Mike Brito scamper through the Dodgers "Pop-Up Museum" at Dodger Stadium. The museum highlights Dodger history through memorabilia/artifacts from the… Read More
2016-12-02 17:43
Dodger Stadium now has a new attraction to draw you in this winter. Starting today and most weekends til early March is a pop-up museum highlighting Dodger history through memorabilia… Read More
2016-12-01 21:48
Here is proof positive that Baseball will break your heart.Featured above is an Associated Press photo taken the evening after Mikey Owen's fateful misplay that handed Game 4 to the Yankees… Read More
2016-12-01 18:05
Here's another spring training related photo. This time we see an action photograph, originally from "The George Michael Collection" of sliding press photos, of Jim Gilliam. As y… Read More
2016-11-30 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 found on the… Read More
2016-11-30 18:52
This past Thanksgiving weekend was not only a time for family and friends, but it's also our biggest shopping holiday of the year. Stores, both brick & mortar and online advertise… Read More
2016-11-30 17:49
I've got spring training on the mind. So much so that I actively seek out spring Baseball photos featuring Dodger players to share on this blog. Case in point, check out the abov… Read More
2016-11-30 17:26
Today is Vin Scully's 89th birthday, so I figured I'd take a moment to look back at the handful of Vin Scully Baseball cards, all of them autographed, that were made this year. Check t… Read More
2016-11-29 18:59
Following up on that Target exclusive Holiday Baseball card box, here is Walmart's version featuring a brand new set. Featured here is Topps 2016 Archives 65th Anniversary Edition card… Read More
2016-11-29 17:15
Spring training is in full swing in the vintage photo above, originally taken by legendary Dodger photographer Barney Stein in 1953. (eBay auction link here) As you can see, a large gr… Read More
2016-11-28 22:30
This is just one of those depth signings the Dodgers are wont to do. And why not, right? It worked well for us this past season, and I think it's fair to say that if not for the… Read More
2016-11-28 20:13
Now that you've seen the base cards, here are the Dodger inserts available in packs of 2016 Topps High Tek. Go here to check out all of my previous post on this set.High Tek Autographs… Read More
2016-11-28 17:38
Check out this fantastic photo of the famous Dodgers infield, dated to spring training 1979. It includes Steve Garvey, Davey Lopes, Bill Russell, and Ron Cey. The photograph was… Read More
2016-11-25 20:38
Topps 2016 High Tek Baseball card set came out this past Wednesday, and it includes six different Dodger players. Go here for a complete checklist.Like in years past this set features… Read More
2016-11-25 20:36
I keep running into fascinating Dodgers ephemera at Lelands most recently closed auction, and as long as that continues I'll be sure to share what I find. Featured here is a vintage le… Read More
2016-11-25 19:12
Here's a fantastic International News press photo, dated April 3, 1950, while warming up on the mound during spring training at Vero Beach. Pic above via eBay (link here).Below are mor… Read More
2016-11-23 23:40
Although I had highlighted this piece in the past, I thought it was worth taking another look -- especially since Inside the Park Collectibles provides a bunch of detailed photos to look at… Read More
2016-11-23 18:03
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 found on the… Read More
2016-11-23 17:33
Clearly, in the photo above, Vin Scully is at a complete loss for words. He, no doubt, understands the gravity of the honor that is being bestowed on him, and takes very seriously the… Read More
2016-11-23 01:29
The Dodgers have officially released their 2017 home promotional schedule, and it includes ten bobbleheads, a chips and salsa dish, kids replica Corey Seager bat, a kids trash can, and eight… Read More
2016-11-22 21:44
I just couldn't help myself. While watching this afternoon's Presidential Medal of Freedom ceremony, I opened up my photoshop and started making some fantasy Baseball cards to commemora… Read More
2016-11-22 17:34
As you certainly know, this afternoon is the White House ceremony for the presentation of the Presidential Medal of Freedom in Washington DC, and Vin Scully is one of just a handful of folks… Read More
2016-11-21 19:30
I guess this special edition set is a clear sign that the holidays are finally upon us.Featured here are all the Dodgers cards found in the Walmart exclusive 2016 Topps Baseball Holiday Box… Read More
2016-11-21 18:26
This past Saturday was Adrian Gonzalez's 2nd Annual Bat4Hope Celebrity Softball Game in benefit of PADRES Contra El Cancer at Dodger Stadium. As you can see, Joc Pederson joined him, a… Read More
2016-11-18 18:05
Here is a listing of all the Dodgers insert cards found in packs of 2016 Panini Prime Cuts Baseball. Unfortunately, I do not have photos for all of them, and will add them as they come… Read More
2016-11-18 17:33
As noted below, 50 years ago today, in 1966, Sandy Koufax officially announced his retirement from Baseball. Above is a photograph from the press conference, via @Dodgers_History… Read More
2016-11-17 18:06
Here is a look at most of the Dodgers' base cards found in packs of 2016 Panini Prime Cut Baseball. As you may know, this is a premium product that will cost you about $200 for a box o… Read More
2016-11-17 17:59
Are you as eager for the start of Spring Training as I am?The merciless doldrums of winter has finally set in, and all I can do to assuage my boredom is troll the web for reminders of spring… Read More
2016-11-16 23:54
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 found on the… Read More
2016-11-16 23:07
I can't stop smiling. This is the greatest thing ever.Via a tweet from the Dodgers, watch and listen to White House Press Secretary Josh Earnest call Vin Scully with the news of him be… Read More
2016-11-16 22:04
Wow!There is no greater honor for a citizen, a civilian, if you will, in the United States than to receive the President Medal of Freedom. So, it is with great joy and admiration that… Read More
2016-11-16 22:01
As part of a tradition that has existed for numerous decades Topps has named their 2016 MLB All-Star Rookie Team, and it includes three Dodgers' players -- Corey Seager, Julio Urias and Kent… Read More
2016-11-16 17:39
Check out this fantastic panoramic photograph of the 1916 Brooklyn Robins (Dodgers) that is currently available at Hunt Auctions (link here). It features the entire club, with exceptio… Read More
2016-11-15 17:33
A couple weeks back I shared some unique photos featuring the progress of the demolition of a ballpark called Washington Park II -- the former home of the Brooklyn Dodgers from 1898-1912 (li… Read More
2016-11-14 18:32
For the third year in a row Topps has released their 2016 Topps Chrome Update set exclusively as a retail product. For now they can only be found in Target stores. They are found… Read More
2016-11-14 18:05
This past Friday on Veterans Day the Dodgers hosted a 300+ contingent of American military personnel and veterans for an afternoon of batting practice, food and tours at Dodger Stadium. &hell…Read More
2016-11-12 00:20
To no one's surprise Corey Seager was named the National League recipient of the Silver Slugger Award for the shortstop position yesterday. In commemoration of that Topps has issued th… Read More
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