Giveaway-One free submission in my 10 day BGS group sub!

shabagel · 08-08-2016, 03:52 PM

This will run until the sub hits 100 cards. All you have to do to enter is name your favorite player, and tell a story about why. I will run a random at the end, and the winner will be able to submit any card they wish for free. (All you have to do is pay for any insurance you want)
If this submission doesn't reach 100 cards, I will continue the thread until one does.
Here's a link
http://www.blowoutcards.com/forums/j...ub-10-day.html

Twinsfan33 · 08-08-2016, 03:56 PM

My favorite player would be Joe Mauer.

As a little kid I wanted to be just like Joe. I played catcher just so like him. I tried to hit lefthanded, that didn't turn out to well! He's the first player I ever got an autograph from. He was my sports idol growing up.

Thanks for doing something like this!

Jgil316 · 08-08-2016, 04:04 PM

My favorite player is:
Daniel Nava

I love the Red Sox (I have for as long as I remember) and read his story of making it to the bigs.... and liked his determination and grit - and never give up attitude.

Then his first at bat, first pitch - grand slam - sealed it for me.

To me, he is what life is about - have a dream - never give up and succeed!!!

shabagel · 08-08-2016, 04:09 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jgil316

My favorite player is:
Daniel Nava

I love the Red Sox (I have for as long as I remember) and read his story of making it to the bigs.... and liked his determination and grit - and never give up attitude.

Then his first at bat, first pitch - grand slam - sealed it for me.

To me, he is what life is about - have a dream - never give up and succeed!!!

Nice pick. Remember watching Nava hit that grand slam and going crazy. As a Red Sox fan, one of my favorite recent moments for sure.

enyouartist · 08-08-2016, 05:50 PM

My favorite player is Mickey Mantle.

I began to collect cards in 1986 as a 9 yr old. I had an idea of Mickey Mantle, but really fell in love with him because he was the favorite player of my neighbor Walter, an elderly gentleman that my dad used to help mow his lawn. He was so nice to me that he became my grandfather of sorts. I would eat over his house and play gin rummy with him and his wife.

Well, one day, he showed me his son's card collection. It was in a nice shoebox. I opened it and saw a set of 1956 Topps! Yes, and a minty fresh Mickey Mantle. He wanted me to put them in a binder for him; I was hooked. (And I've been hooked on baseball cards ever since!).

Walter would take me to baseball card shows every other week. He would pitch to me in the backyard. He threw me so much BP that I became a switch hitter!

When I think of Mickey Mantle, I think of my neighbor Walter. Love him and miss him.

CardBoardPaul · 08-08-2016, 06:08 PM

My favorite player is Corey Seager because he has single handedly reignited my interest in the sports card collecting hobby!

I was so hyped after watching his three home run game earlier this season that I headed over to eBay to find some kind of memorabilia to set on my desk at work. I got to looking into cards.. never realized there were relic cards or autos... then discovered the Bowman Chrome Rookies...It was all downhill from there...

azdbacks1998 · 08-08-2016, 06:21 PM

Paul Goldschmidt

He is just a humble dude, on and off the field.

thx for the chance

MBumgarner40 · 08-08-2016, 06:22 PM

My favorite player is sort of a toss-up but I will say Madison Bumgarner. I've always been a big Giants fan and I remember when they called up Madison. Instantly became my favorite player. I liked his funky low 3/4 delivery and that he is lefty (I am left handed as well). Then when he threw 8 shutout frames in the 2010 WS I knew he was something special. Had no idea he would become the co leader of a dynasty (along with Buster). The 2014 playoffs were really fun to watch as well.

shabagel · 08-08-2016, 06:31 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MBumgarner40

My favorite player is sort of a toss-up but I will say Madison Bumgarner. I've always been a big Giants fan and I remember when they called up Madison. Instantly became my favorite player. I liked his funky low 3/4 delivery and that he is lefty (I am left handed as well). Then when he threw 8 shutout frames in the 2010 WS I knew he was something special. Had no idea he would become the co leader of a dynasty (along with Buster). The 2014 playoffs were really fun to watch as well.

My MadBum 2007 Draft X-Fractor is one card I wish I had hung onto.
Nice choice

GoHawks25 · 08-08-2016, 07:08 PM

Right now, Kyle Seager. He's just a consistent hitter and makes great plays at 3rd base. Thanks

Ashieft · 08-08-2016, 07:21 PM

Ben zobrist

He is one of the nicest guys in the game and headed for the hall of very good. Great player to watch and always takes time for his fans

chipperjfan10 · 08-08-2016, 07:59 PM

Chipper Jones

My family grew up die hard Braves fans and he was the face of the franchise when I grew up. Had the opportunity to meet him multiple times and he was great to my family every time. My family even named our dog after him

lauriontj · 08-08-2016, 08:05 PM

Ken Griffey Jr. is my guy. I grew up in the 90's. The first time I saw him hit a HR on tv, I was awe struck. Baseball became my life! Ive stuck with him ever since. I don't collect anything else but him. He has over15,000 different cards to collect. I'm only at 3,000 20 years later. I'll never stop collecting him!

callou2131 · 08-08-2016, 08:43 PM

Cal Ripken Jr.I grewup in Baltimore during the 80s and 90s. He was mythical to me.

bbcardsrgreat · 08-08-2016, 08:46 PM

Thanks for the contest. My favorite player growing up was Davey Lopes, i watched him steal bases and play second base. It was my position as a young 8 year old playing in Westminster California. Then for my 9th birthday low and behold I received a personally signed post card signed by my favorite player wishing me a happy birthday. That is why he is my favorite.

Yankees_Pride · 08-08-2016, 08:51 PM

Thank you for the contest

My favorite player is Derek Jeter. I grew up idolizing him. I loved his play on the field as a leader. I played SS in high school and still play there now in softball because of him.

Also he was one of my dad's favorite players

addiesdaddy · 08-08-2016, 09:00 PM

Probably all time is Mike Schmidt.

Growing up in Philly in the 80's he was pretty much God. So smooth and just played to win. Wasn't much better as a kid then hearing Harry Kalas say "it's outta here, home run, Michael Jack Schmidt"

Thanks for the contest

RandysHobby · 08-08-2016, 09:32 PM

Paul Goldschmidt, because I love the DBacks and whats not to like about him! Thanks!

teosdesserts · 08-08-2016, 09:36 PM

Nick Markakis

No idea why, just respected his game. Then my first ball I got at a game came from him, so that was some solid validation.

zeus091 · 08-08-2016, 09:46 PM

My favourite player is Joe Carter. I was always a die hard Jays fan from 1986 and watched all the ups and down until Alomar and Carter joined the team. I really liked Joe from day one and he ended by the hero in both of our World Series victories.

Alanleigha · 08-09-2016, 08:36 PM

Favorite player has got to.be hank aaron. As I am a huge braves fan he has done a lot from the franchise and my dad watch his last game. Plus I have met him in person and he is a great honest and nice person.

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Bhenry4 · 08-09-2016, 08:48 PM

Favorite Player: Manny Machado

It was a long tenured suffering being an O's fan, and his arrival has coincided with them having the best record in the league since then. He's a good guy as well, very good to my son.

Thanks for the contest!

yimmy80 · 08-09-2016, 09:38 PM

Favorite Player: Frank Thomas

I am a big Auburn Fan and loved watching the big hurt play from college all the way into the hall.

Thanks for the contest!

jbrandonw · 08-09-2016, 09:47 PM

My favorite player is Dirk Nowitzki. In my opinion he has been one of the most humble and loyal players. That fade away is just money.

Thanks for the contest.

imbluestreak23 · 08-09-2016, 10:09 PM

Slammin Sammy. I turned 11 years old the summer of 98 when he and Big Mac put on the greatest show we've ever seen. He got me into baseball, and I've been paying attention ever since.

08-08-2016, 03:52 PM	#1
shabagel Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: TN Posts: 4,294 shabagel44 shabagel	Giveaway-One free submission in my 10 day BGS group sub! This will run until the sub hits 100 cards. All you have to do to enter is name your favorite player, and tell a story about why. I will run a random at the end, and the winner will be able to submit any card they wish for free. (All you have to do is pay for any insurance you want) If this submission doesn't reach 100 cards, I will continue the thread until one does. Here's a link http://www.blowoutcards.com/forums/j...ub-10-day.html __________________ I run PSA submissions on a regular basis. Last edited by shabagel; 08-09-2016 at 11:34 PM.

08-08-2016, 03:56 PM	#2
Twinsfan33 Member Join Date: May 2012 Location: Valley of the Sun Posts: 4,251 twinsfan33	My favorite player would be Joe Mauer. As a little kid I wanted to be just like Joe. I played catcher just so like him. I tried to hit lefthanded, that didn't turn out to well! He's the first player I ever got an autograph from. He was my sports idol growing up. Thanks for doing something like this! __________________ HUGE Minnesota sports fan! PC-Joe Mauer,Twins,Twins Prospects,Vikings, Some T-Wolves and anything that catches my eye

08-08-2016, 04:04 PM	#3
Jgil316 Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Fort Mill, SC Posts: 2,714 Jgil316 Jgil316	My favorite player is: Daniel Nava I love the Red Sox (I have for as long as I remember) and read his story of making it to the bigs.... and liked his determination and grit - and never give up attitude. Then his first at bat, first pitch - grand slam - sealed it for me. To me, he is what life is about - have a dream - never give up and succeed!!! __________________ SUPER Collector Of: Daniel Nava, Jason Williams, Larry Bird, David Ortiz and David Pastrnak - ALWAYS BUYING!! GO SOX!!!! BODA - 'Nuff said

08-08-2016, 06:08 PM	#6
CardBoardPaul Member Join Date: Jul 2016 Location: California Posts: 346 the_paul CardBoardPaul	My favorite player is Corey Seager because he has single handedly reignited my interest in the sports card collecting hobby! I was so hyped after watching his three home run game earlier this season that I headed over to eBay to find some kind of memorabilia to set on my desk at work. I got to looking into cards.. never realized there were relic cards or autos... then discovered the Bowman Chrome Rookies...It was all downhill from there... Last edited by CardBoardPaul; 08-08-2016 at 06:11 PM.

08-08-2016, 07:08 PM	#10
GoHawks25 Member Join Date: Feb 2014 Location: Seattle Posts: 5,433 ajs*closet	Right now, Kyle Seager. He's just a consistent hitter and makes great plays at 3rd base. Thanks __________________ GO SEAHAWKS

08-08-2016, 05:50 PM	#5
enyouartist Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Posts: 3,735	My favorite player is Mickey Mantle. I began to collect cards in 1986 as a 9 yr old. I had an idea of Mickey Mantle, but really fell in love with him because he was the favorite player of my neighbor Walter, an elderly gentleman that my dad used to help mow his lawn. He was so nice to me that he became my grandfather of sorts. I would eat over his house and play gin rummy with him and his wife. Well, one day, he showed me his son's card collection. It was in a nice shoebox. I opened it and saw a set of 1956 Topps! Yes, and a minty fresh Mickey Mantle. He wanted me to put them in a binder for him; I was hooked. (And I've been hooked on baseball cards ever since!). Walter would take me to baseball card shows every other week. He would pitch to me in the backyard. He threw me so much BP that I became a switch hitter! When I think of Mickey Mantle, I think of my neighbor Walter. Love him and miss him.

08-08-2016, 06:21 PM	#7
azdbacks1998 Member Join Date: Jan 2015 Posts: 2,015	Paul Goldschmidt He is just a humble dude, on and off the field. thx for the chance

08-08-2016, 06:22 PM	#8
MBumgarner40 Member Join Date: Apr 2014 Location: Bay Area Posts: 2,761 nmcgsportscards26	My favorite player is sort of a toss-up but I will say Madison Bumgarner. I've always been a big Giants fan and I remember when they called up Madison. Instantly became my favorite player. I liked his funky low 3/4 delivery and that he is lefty (I am left handed as well). Then when he threw 8 shutout frames in the 2010 WS I knew he was something special. Had no idea he would become the co leader of a dynasty (along with Buster). The 2014 playoffs were really fun to watch as well.

08-08-2016, 07:21 PM	#11
Ashieft Member Join Date: Jul 2014 Posts: 440 ashief_mt	Ben zobrist He is one of the nicest guys in the game and headed for the hall of very good. Great player to watch and always takes time for his fans

08-08-2016, 07:59 PM	#12
chipperjfan10 Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Posts: 566	Chipper Jones My family grew up die hard Braves fans and he was the face of the franchise when I grew up. Had the opportunity to meet him multiple times and he was great to my family every time. My family even named our dog after him __________________ Collecting: Chipper Jones, Atlanta Braves, Carolina Panthers, Baseball HOF, & Golden State Warriors, (pc bucket below) http://s783.photobucket.com/user/gfbraves/library/?sort=3&page=1

08-08-2016, 08:05 PM	#13
lauriontj Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: PA Posts: 6,268	Ken Griffey Jr. is my guy. I grew up in the 90's. The first time I saw him hit a HR on tv, I was awe struck. Baseball became my life! Ive stuck with him ever since. I don't collect anything else but him. He has over15,000 different cards to collect. I'm only at 3,000 20 years later. I'll never stop collecting him! __________________ Insta: tjssportscards24 PC: Griffey/Soto and like the Washington Nationals! My dad taught me to hate the Yankees. Now that I’m an adult, I realize I was raised correctly.

08-08-2016, 08:43 PM	#14
callou2131 Member Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: Centreville, Md Posts: 8,482	Cal Ripken Jr.I grewup in Baltimore during the 80s and 90s. He was mythical to me. __________________ Sent using US Airways Wifi

08-08-2016, 08:46 PM	#15
bbcardsrgreat Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: McSherrystown, PA Posts: 2,333 bbcardsrgreat bbcardsrgreat	Thanks for the contest. My favorite player growing up was Davey Lopes, i watched him steal bases and play second base. It was my position as a young 8 year old playing in Westminster California. Then for my 9th birthday low and behold I received a personally signed post card signed by my favorite player wishing me a happy birthday. That is why he is my favorite. __________________ Always willing to trade for Orioles, Ravens, Phillies, Eagles, Pirates, Steelers, Redskins, Nationals and current year Bowman Chrome colored and base Refractors

08-08-2016, 08:51 PM	#16
Yankees_Pride Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Clearwater Florida Posts: 11,358	Thank you for the contest My favorite player is Derek Jeter. I grew up idolizing him. I loved his play on the field as a leader. I played SS in high school and still play there now in softball because of him. Also he was one of my dad's favorite players __________________ Looking for Derek Jeter!!! RE2PECT Penny sleeve ---> top loader ----> team bag ----> bubble mailer If you don't ship in a bubble mailer w/ TRACKING CONFIRMATION I do not want to buy/trade with you.

08-08-2016, 09:00 PM	#17
addiesdaddy Member Join Date: Apr 2014 Location: Maryland Posts: 845 addiesdaddy	Probably all time is Mike Schmidt. Growing up in Philly in the 80's he was pretty much God. So smooth and just played to win. Wasn't much better as a kid then hearing Harry Kalas say "it's outta here, home run, Michael Jack Schmidt" Thanks for the contest

08-08-2016, 09:32 PM	#18
RandysHobby Member Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Arizona Posts: 9,362 NickFolesEaglesQB	Paul Goldschmidt, because I love the DBacks and whats not to like about him! Thanks! __________________ Super collector of Tanner McKee, Jimmer Fredette, Robert Tonyan, and Jameer Nelson. InventoryChanger on IG and InventoryChanger.IG on eBay.

08-08-2016, 09:36 PM	#19
teosdesserts Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Maryland Posts: 6,642 eosdesserts teosdesserts	Nick Markakis No idea why, just respected his game. Then my first ball I got at a game came from him, so that was some solid validation. __________________ Nick Markakis super fan, former Supercollector

08-08-2016, 09:46 PM	#20
zeus091 Member Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Toronto, ON Posts: 5,093 ultimate_fedorovfan	My favourite player is Joe Carter. I was always a die hard Jays fan from 1986 and watched all the ups and down until Alomar and Carter joined the team. I really liked Joe from day one and he ended by the hero in both of our World Series victories. __________________ Collecting Goal 2018 National Treasures World Cup Base Set /50 have 94/100

08-09-2016, 08:36 PM	#21
Alanleigha Member Join Date: Jul 2014 Posts: 2,964 jscsports25 Alanleigha	Favorite player has got to.be hank aaron. As I am a huge braves fan he has done a lot from the franchise and my dad watch his last game. Plus I have met him in person and he is a great honest and nice person. Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G891A using Tapatalk

08-09-2016, 08:48 PM	#22
Bhenry4 Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Charm City Posts: 13,994 bhendu1	Favorite Player: Manny Machado It was a long tenured suffering being an O's fan, and his arrival has coincided with them having the best record in the league since then. He's a good guy as well, very good to my son. Thanks for the contest! __________________ Viva John Ryno

08-09-2016, 09:38 PM	#23
yimmy80 Member Join Date: Oct 2013 Posts: 963 yimmy80 yimmy80	Favorite Player: Frank Thomas I am a big Auburn Fan and loved watching the big hurt play from college all the way into the hall. Thanks for the contest!

08-09-2016, 09:47 PM	#24
jbrandonw Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Arkansas Posts: 5,351 Jbrandonw	My favorite player is Dirk Nowitzki. In my opinion he has been one of the most humble and loyal players. That fade away is just money. Thanks for the contest. __________________ I collect mainly Dallas Mavericks. Especially Dirk, Luka, and the 2011 championship guys.

08-09-2016, 10:09 PM	#25
imbluestreak23 Member Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Meandering the matrix code that the hobby/forum overlords spit out Posts: 17,840 shortslabs	Slammin Sammy. I turned 11 years old the summer of 98 when he and Big Mac put on the greatest show we've ever seen. He got me into baseball, and I've been paying attention ever since.