2017-11-17 17:42
Sing and be merry was the theme in this original December 17, 1974 Sporting News press photo of Don Sutton with some young fans at the Dodgers annual Christmas party. (eBay link) Per the des… Read More
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2017-11-17 00:09
Newly released this week is Topps 2017 High-Tek Baseball packs, and featured below are all six Dodgers' base cards. Go here to see a complete checklist.As you know, this set has numerous bas… Read More
2017-11-16 17:48
Here is another original Willard Mullin drawing I ran into while pursuing the Heritage Auction catalog. (auction link) It dates to the 1956 season and prominently features mascots for the Do… Read More
2017-11-15 20:38
At long last here are the Dodgers non-base cards found in packs of 2017 Panini National Treasures. Go here for a complete checklist.All-Decade Relics#5 Mike PiazzaAll-Decade Combos#10 Greg M… Read More
2017-11-15 18:32
Above is the 2017 Topps Now commemorative card celebrating Cody Bellinger's unanimous selection as the 2017 National League Rookie of the Year. Go here to check it out and order. You st… Read More
2017-11-15 18:18
Check out the 1991 Dodgers in the photo above. It was shared by Dodgers photograph Jon SooHoo on his blog yesterday, and it features a travelling contingent of Dodger players in Mexico… Read More
2017-11-14 21:22
I'm astounded by the recent sale values of vintage memorabilia. A Babe Ruth game jersey can sell for millions. The original rules for basketball written by James Naismith himself sold f… Read More
2017-11-14 18:33
Here is another group of Topps Nows cards released over this past weekend that I failed to post about. Featured are cards celebrating awards won by Yasiel Puig and the entire Dodgers team.Th… Read More
2017-11-14 18:11
Check out this fantastic photo tweeted out by Alex Cheremeteff. Dated to 5/29/1953, it features several old-tyme Dodgers ushering in a new season for the Uptown Little League at Ke… Read More
2017-11-13 21:51
I was really hoping this painting would fly under the radar.Featured above is an original Nicholas Volpe painting of Sandy Koufax that was used to create his 1964 Union Oil player portr… Read More
2017-11-13 18:03
This newest Topps Now card of Cody Bellinger is superfluous. After all, we all know he's going to win the award - to be announced this evening. So, what's the point of a "finalist" card if i… Read More
2017-11-13 17:52
Dodgers alumnus Ron Cey, Manny Mota, Billy Ashley and Dennis Powell came out to Dodger Stadium on Saturday to help train 300 active duty service members and veterans in honor of Veterans Day… Read More
2017-11-10 22:42
Here is another retail exclusive Toops card brand that can currently be found only at Target stores. It is the Update version of the Topps Chrome set, and it includes All-Star cards and a ro… Read More
2017-11-10 21:58
Although this is far from the most artistic photograph you'll ever see, it is interesting. Featured here is a March 1943 ACME press photo (eBay auction link) of America's finest at West Poin… Read More
2017-11-10 21:37
I've got two new 2017 Topps Now Dodgers' cards here. Unfortunately, one of them is no longer available for order (it came out yesterday). The first one shown here can be ordered right now. F… Read More
2017-11-09 23:42
As I've said many times before, I can't get enough of Willard Mullin's artwork. Featured here is another one of his original drawings, circa 1950's, featuring the Brooklyn Dodgers "Bum" that… Read More
2017-11-09 18:00
This is the greatest thing ever!It also saddens me that I am only hearing about this now.Featured above is a fantastic mural found in a home now occupied by Lakers radio play-by-play ma… Read More
2017-11-08 23:46
Here are the Dodgers base cards found in packs of Panini's 2017 National Treasures Baseball card set. Go here for a complete checklist.This brand hit store shelves a couple of weeks ago, but… Read More
2017-11-08 23:06
Alright... I admit it!I've got a little bit of a man-crush for Andre.He's likely seen his last days in Dodger Blue -- considering the Dodgers declined their team option earlier this week. Th… Read More
2017-11-08 18:02
This photo has nothing to do with the Dodgers, but it is magnificent nonetheless. Featured is January 1942 photo by noted photojournalist Arthur Rothstein titled; "Saturday morning base… Read More
2017-11-07 22:51
Topps Now is a good example that there is no rest for the weary.Even after an intense race for the pennant and an even more exhaustive World Series, Topps Now does not stop. It goes on long… Read More
2017-11-07 22:36
For most folks this honor bestowed by Topps is but a small highlight. For a collector like myself it's the ultimate sign of respect.This morning Topps announced, through the MLB Network (twi… Read More
2017-11-07 18:06
The Topps buy-back autograph brand, Archive Signature Series, is back and this time they focus strictly on currently active ballplayers. Last year this product featured former MLB All-S… Read More
2017-11-07 17:39
"They're Signed with the Navy"In wartime all must serve -- even ballplayers. Featured here are two Brooklyn Dodgers who have joined the Armed Forces. Check out Hugh Casey and Pee Wee Reese i… Read More
2017-11-06 20:02
In light of this weekends news that longtime Dodgers outfielder Andre Ethier's club option for the 2018 season has been declined by the team, I thought I would take some time to honor him by… Read More
2017-11-06 17:32
The Dodgers bought a full page ad in the Houston Chronicle's commemorative section of their paper on Sunday to congratulate the Houston Atros on winning the World Series. See the ad on the r… Read More
2017-11-03 17:41
I really don't want to bother with this post, but I gotta. After all, I started posting pics of all the Dodgers' postseason Topps Now cards and it would be remiss of me to stop now. That sai… Read More
2017-11-03 16:56
"Baseball is something like a war."No truer words have ever been said about the game, and few photos exist that best exemplifies it. So, it's with great delight that I share the above vintag… Read More
2017-11-02 22:33
I told my buddy last night that I was stealing this line: "And the Dodger Blues countdown clock continues."After watching six thrilling contest that captivated much of the Baseball world, la… Read More
2017-11-02 21:47
Topps high-end autograph-only card brand Five Star is now officially in stores. Go here for a complete checklist. These cards come in a box that'll cost you about $125, and it'll include onl… Read More
2017-11-01 18:36
As you'll remember, I purchased my very first Topps Now cards when the Dodgers clinched a playoff spot. It was the Dodgers Postseason set and it included a collection of 15 cards. Go here to… Read More
2017-11-01 17:42
Wow!On the right was my view from last nights thrilling Game 6 victory. I sat in the Left Field Pavilion for the first time in decades, and I can't begin to express how much fun it was there… Read More
2017-10-31 17:34
Here is a Topps product release earlier this month that I just plain forgot about. Featured here are all of the Dodgers' cards found in packs of 2017 Topps Archives Snapshots. This is an onl… Read More
2017-10-31 16:38
Game 6 is tonight. I'll see you there.Photo above Los Dodgers on twitter. Below are more links to check out:Happy Birthday, Hardie Henderson, Leo Dickerman, Fred McGriff, Ores… Read More
2017-10-31 16:21
I am again running late. Featured here are the newest Dodgers' Topps Now cards made available yesterday afternoon. They all relate to Sunday's thrilling, yet disappointing loss to the Astros… Read More
2017-10-30 20:16
Last week Topps released their inaugural version of their High-Tek brand to Bowman -- focusing the brand on the rookie/prospect ballplayers so often found in Bowman card. Go here for a compl… Read More
2017-10-30 17:28
I'm scared.Not because I'm afraid of the Dodgers losing (yes, that certainly is a possibility). Rather, I'm frightened by what this series is doing to me. I don't know if my body can stand t… Read More
2017-10-30 16:43
I'm extremely late with this, so I apologize for that. Here is a post featuring the 2017 Topps Now cards released in relation to Saturday's Game 4 victory - tying the series up at two games… Read More
2017-10-25 21:43
I don't know what I'm going to do. The avid collector in me wants everything playoff and World Series related in my collection, but I've been extremely hesitant about ordering Topps Now card… Read More
2017-10-25 19:54
Last week saw the released of a brand new Topps product called Diamond Icons. As the name suggest, it is a super-premium high-end card set that will cost you $1,500 for a single box of ten c… Read More
2017-10-25 17:29
What a game. What a win.Kershaw was brilliant as he went seven strong innings, striking out eleven and walking none with just 83 pitches. In fact, he is just the second pitcher in World Seri… Read More
2017-10-17 20:31
The second to last piece to the 2017 Dodgers Sports Crate set has arrived. As you know, this inaugural fan subscription service delivered its final five-crate box a couple of weeks ago, but… Read More
2017-10-17 18:15
Yesterday, I shared a bunch of fantasy cards I created using pics from Game 1 (link here). Now, here some cards from Game 2. Most of the pic used were grabbed from Dodger Insider (link here)… Read More
2017-10-17 16:49
I thought I would begin the day with this -- a pie covered Cubs fan at the LA Kings game on Sunday. Per NHL.com:When the Los Angeles Dodgers defeated the Chicago Cubs in Game 2 of the N… Read More
2017-10-13 21:45
The NLCS starts on Saturday against the Chicago Cubs. Below are some odds and ends for this upcoming best-of-seven playoff series. Here are some important links:2017 Broadcast SchedulePostse… Read More
2017-10-13 18:01
As I've said many times before, there's nothing cooler than seeing some fan taken vintage snapshots of our legendary Dodger players. More often we see them in Dodger duds. On this occasion… Read More
2017-10-12 16:55
The dreams of youth.Above is a fantastic 1943 ACME press photo of several New York area youngsters at Ebbets Field on a midsummer day trying out for the club (ebay link). As many teams are w… Read More
2017-10-11 20:07
Here is my second batch of NLDS fantasy Baseball cards. This time I feature pics grabbed from all over the 'net from the Dodgers Game 3 victory on Monday. Go here to check out my fantasy car… Read More
2017-10-11 17:26
I had a little bit of time last night so I put together the above two fantasy Baseball cards featuring Cody Bellinger's phenomenal catch the other day. I used designs from the 1994 Bowman an… Read More
2017-10-10 20:02
Although far from being his best three-game stretch in his young career, Cody Bellinger did more than enough to ink a series victory for the Dodgers last night. Not only did he belt his firs… Read More
2017-10-10 19:39
Last week Panini America released another Baseball related set. It is called 2017 Contenders Draft Picks, and as the name suggest it focuses on rising youngsters in both the minors and… Read More
2017-10-09 20:31
This series thus far ain't no fantasy, but the cards you see here are.Dodger Insider shared a whole bunch of great photos from both Games 1 & 2 over the weekend, so I felt compelled to j… Read More
2017-10-09 04:23
I can't imagine a better way to start. The Dodgers have slugged their way to a 2-0 lead in their NLDS series against the Diamondbacks by knocking in 17 runs. They've done this with timely hi… Read More
2017-10-05 23:45
The first playoff series of 2017 starts on Friday against the Arizona Diamonbacks. Below are some odds and ends for this upcoming series. Here are some important links:2017 Broadcast Schedul… Read More
2017-10-05 22:00
On the eve Game 1 of the NLDS I thought I would shares pics of the Dodgers entire 2017 Topps Now Postseason Baseball card set. It features 15 cards and includes a dandy NL West Division Cham… Read More
2017-10-05 20:18
Topps Fire, once an insert, is now its own card brand, and it's an Target store exclusive product. Below are the nine Dodgers found in the base set. Go here to check out a complete checklist… Read More
2017-10-05 17:00
Yu Darvish, Alex Wood, Kenta Maeda, Pedro Baez and Josh Fields threw simulated games yesterday as they prepare to take on the Diamondbacks tomorrow evening. Hyun-Jin Ryu and Brock Stewart ar… Read More
2017-10-04 21:05
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
2017-10-04 17:00
You hard working lucky duckies!Thirty students got a big surprise earlier this week. They were presented with tickets to Game 1 of the NLDS this coming Friday, via the Dodgers, for demonstra… Read More
2017-10-03 22:45
With the regular season now concluded all that is left to do is to honor those who excelled above all others. This afternoon's 2017 Topps Now cards celebrate the league leaders in Baseball… Read More
2017-10-03 20:09
This blog officially endorses Clayton Kershaw as your best choice for card #1.Once again Topps is reaching out to fans and collectors for their vote on who should be card #1 in next years fl… Read More
2017-10-03 17:00
I had failed to previously mention that both Cody Bellinger and Aaron Judge appear on the boxes of Topps 2017 Bowman Chrome cards. Check out an example on the right.Below are all of the Dodg… Read More
2017-10-03 16:43
This is the best time of year.Photo above via @Dodgers on twitter. Below are more links to check out:This Day in Dodgers History: In 1947 Yankees hurler Bill Bevins was one out fro… Read More
2017-10-02 22:37
Last week saw the release of Topps 2017 Bowman Chrome -- which is essential the super-shiny version of their 2017 Bowman set that came out in April. And as you know, Bowman is all about rook… Read More
2017-10-02 17:00
What a heck of a season. Per Ken Gurnick at MLB.com:"Pretty fun season," said Chase Utley. "Now the real fun begins."The Dodgers 104th win last night set a new Los Angeles record for wins in… Read More
2017-09-29 23:24
This figures to be the very last call-up of the 2017 regular season. The Dodgers have just brought into the fold infielder/outfielder Tim Locastro from Triple-A Oklahoma City. He will wear #… Read More
2017-09-29 19:06
Here is a last look at the Dodger cards found in packs of 2017 Topps Triple Threads. Below is a checklist and examples of the various scarce cards that can be found. Go here to check&nb&hell…Read More
2017-09-29 18:21
The most wonderful hazing ritual in sports continues unabated.Yesterday afternoon, just prior to their leaving for the last regular season roadtrip, the Dodgers dressed up their rookies in h… Read More
2017-09-29 18:12
Imagine that your the first African-American to play on a Major League field -- the highest honor a ballplayer can ask for. Then imagine doing it at a time when racial discord and animus rul… Read More
2017-09-28 20:12
Here's a look at all the Dodgers unity inserts found in packs of 2017 Topps Triple Threads. Go here to check out all of my previous post on this set.Single Jumbo Unity Relics#SJR-AG Gon… Read More
2017-09-28 17:11
These guys had a great game yesterday. Austin Barnes, who is looking more and more like our catcher of the future, not only caught a great game but also pounded out three hits; including two… Read More
2017-09-27 23:51
Now that you've seen the base cards, here are some of the inserts. I thought I would start with the cards that gives this brand their name. Featured directly below are both the relics and au… Read More
2017-09-27 18:04
After nearly two months in Dodger Blue Yu Darvish has decided to finally publish his very first Dodgers video on YouTube. For those who don't know, starting this season Darvish opened a chan… Read More
2017-09-27 17:30
This past month has certainly been a struggle. Nevertheless, we now find ourselves with the best record in the National League and an offense that appears to be waking back up. Best yet, our… Read More
2017-09-26 16:47
100 wins never felt so good.Last night the Dodgers, for the first time since 1974, won their 100th contest of the season -- reaching the mark for the seventh time in franchise history. Furth… Read More
2017-09-25 21:46
Yesterday afternoon Clayton Kershaw provided one of a dozen different reason why he is already a Hall of Famer. Not only did he win his 18th game of the year, but he also recorded his 200th… Read More
2017-09-23 22:21
Cody Bellinger has been a revelation this season. He didn't make the Dodgers out of spring training, but soon got the call 21 games into the year. Quickly, he would make his presence known i… Read More
2017-09-22 23:09
As you all surely know, Baseball collectors are not immune to impulse buying. In fact, I think it's fair to say that a lot of collections are built on those unplanned purchases. I know as a… Read More
2017-09-22 20:31
This past Wednesday saw the release of one of Topps most popular sets -- 2017 Triple Threads. Below are the six Dodgers found in the base set. Go here to see a checklist. I hope t… Read More
2017-09-22 16:47
I am hoping desperately that there isn't an "ESPN Curse" 'cause I don't think I can handle that. As you can see, Cody Bellinger, Justin Turner and Yasiel Puig are featured on the cover of th… Read More
2017-09-21 22:49
The next homestand starts on Friday against the San Francisco Giants. Below are some odds and ends for this upcoming homestand. Here are some important links:2017 Broadcast ScheduleSpecial E… Read More
2017-09-21 19:09
This week saw the release of two Topps Baseball card sets -- Triple Threads and Gold Label. Below we take a look at all of the Dodgers' Gold Label cards. Go here for a complete check list.Th… Read More
2017-09-21 17:35
For Players Weekend a few weeks back Topps issued a special five-card set to commemorate the occasion. Yasiel Puig, Corey Seager, Kenley Jansen, Chase Utley and Justin Turner were chosen to… Read More
2017-09-21 17:04
As we continue to be concerned about the current state of the team, I think it's important to recognize that so many of our ballplayers have close ties to the areas that are currently facing… Read More
2017-09-20 20:55
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
2017-09-20 18:01
Like most of you, I was introduced to a fellow on social media who bore a striking resemblance to a certain red-headed infielder on the Dodgers -- Justin Turner. The Dodger Blue wearing fan… Read More
2017-09-20 17:09
Yu Darvish was very good last night. He went 5.1 innings, giving up one unearned run, four hits and a walk. He also struck out seven phillies. Per Ken Gurnick and Ben Harris at MLB.com:"I th… Read More
2017-09-19 17:24
Chase Utley remains a very popular person in Philly.Pic above via Jon SooHoo/LA Dodgers 2017. Below are more links to check out:This Day in Dodgers History: In 2000 a Dodger fan, in addition… Read More
2017-09-18 20:22
Now that you've seen the base cards, here are the rest of the Dodgers'. Featured below are all of the Dodger inserts, relics and autographed cards found in packs of 2017 Heritage High Number… Read More
2017-09-18 17:12
I want to send out a hearty congratulations to the Dodgers Rookie-Level minor club, the Odgen Raptors, for their first ever Pioneer League Championship victory yesterday. Per William Bo… Read More
2017-09-18 05:08
After sitting on the bench for eleven days due to a sprained ankle in mid-August, Cody Bellinger is back to his homer hitting ways. Last night he walloped his 38th home run of the year to ti… Read More
2017-09-15 21:47
Topps 2017 Heritage High Numbers Baseball was released earlier this week, and below is a look at all the Dodger cards in the base set. Go here for a complete checklist. This set includes Cod… Read More
2017-09-15 17:08
There's nothing like spending the afternoon sitting on the grass at your favorite ballpark.Featured above is a vintage 1919 NEA press photo (ebay link) of several Brooklyn Dodger players rel… Read More
2017-09-14 22:22
Many moons back I briefly wrote about an oddball postcard I had run into. It is from the famous Tropicana Hotel on Santa Monica Boulevard, and it prominently featured Dodger legend Sandy Kou… Read More
2017-09-14 17:28
Last Nights win puts the Dodgers magic number at seven. Yu Darvish was fantastic on the mound as he recorded seven shutout innings to lead the team. Just in time, eh? Darvish was not looking… Read More
2017-09-13 17:19
Yeah!That was a tough win last night. The Dodgers battled, fought and scraped their way towards snapping a losing streak that has been bane to faithful fans everywhere. Kershaw was good, but… Read More
2017-09-12 20:50
The newest edition of the Dodgers 2017 Sport Crate came in a little light, but that's only because they finally figured out that they can no longer wait for the figurines to arrive at their… Read More
2017-09-12 17:01
After a lengthy rain delay the Dodgers continued on their streak of loses -- losing to the Giants late last night, 8-6. Ugh! Per Ken Gurnick and Chris Haft at MLB.com:"I wouldn't say it… Read More
2017-09-11 17:12
I am sorry to report that legendary scout Mel Didier has past away, per a tweet from Bob Nightengale. He was 90. As you may know, Mel was the man who wrote the scouting report that Kirk Gibs… Read More
2017-09-09 22:25
Last Nigh Darvish did something faster than any other ballplayer to have played the game. He struck out his 1,000th career batter in just 812 innings. The next fastest was Kerry Wood with 85… Read More
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