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Collector Zone _ Show and Tell _ My IP Autograph Thread

Posted by: otis0220 Mar 9 2011, 08:29 PM

Hey guys, thought I would finally make a thread for autographs I get at games or the occasional signing. I would say for the past 4 years that obtaining autographs has become a big part of my life. I mostly get basketball and baseball, largely basketball lately. I have over 900 autographs (believe it or not) and had nearly 300 autographs last basketball season. So far this season I've gotten guys like Dwight Howard, Dirk Nowitzki, John Wall, Brandon Roy and hopefully I'll get Blake Griffin when I goto the game Friday night. I'll post pics of a few things later on but right now I'll start off with a signing my friend and I attended last night. We went to see Nets PF Kris Humphries at a car dealership and I got 2 cards and the yearbook signed.

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Hope everyone enjoys this thread! smile.gif

Posted by: Gadsden86 Mar 9 2011, 09:05 PM

Very nice. I do TTM autos and IP's when they are around. Its tons of fun.

Posted by: otis0220 Mar 10 2011, 12:03 AM

Here are some of the best ones I've gotten this year so far:

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Posted by: edgerrin32 Mar 10 2011, 07:14 AM

Very cool so far!! cool.gif

Hope to see more soon. smile.gif

Posted by: cardcrazed Mar 10 2011, 12:59 PM

oh yeah this is going to be a really cool thread! Congrats and keep em coming!

Justin

Posted by: otis0220 Mar 10 2011, 03:25 PM

Thanks guys. Yep this thread will keep going as long as I am active here. Will post some more later on. If you wanna ask if I've gotten a certain person or other things, feel free to.

Posted by: otis0220 Mar 12 2011, 12:18 AM

So I went to the Nets/Clippers game tonight. Great comeback by the Nets and OT win. I only got 2 autos but thank god things went well after the game. Wasn't able to get Blake Griffin....he signed a bunch on one side when he came to warm-up but not for the side I was on. So here's how I did:

Mo Williams 1/2
Randy Foye 1/2
Asst coach Howard Eisley 1/1
Jamario Moon 2/2
Brian Cook 1/2
Ryan Gomes 2/2

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Next up: Monday, Celtics drop by

Posted by: otis0220 Mar 12 2011, 12:19 AM

Double post

Posted by: pwolantern Mar 12 2011, 10:04 AM

Very nice, I can't wait to see more!

Posted by: otis0220 Mar 14 2011, 04:29 PM

OK I'm about to get in the arena. Wish me luck TCC!

Posted by: otis0220 Mar 14 2011, 10:40 PM

3/14

OK guys so I went to the Nets/Celtics game tonight. I did very well pre-game, got practically all of my autographs then. Only got 1 after the game, but it was the best one of the night. Also another great win for the Nets, making it 5 in a row.

Troy Murphy 2/2
Jeff Green 2/2
Tyronn Lue 2/2
Avery Bradley 1/1
Coach Armond Hill 1/1
Nenad Krstic 1/2
Carlos Arroyo 2/2

Outside after the game no one really signed, which is understandable. A couple may have signed if you asked them to. Paul Pierce was looking at my photo but he kept walking, probably because there were a bunch of people waiting. One person did sign however.....Ray Allen!

No sign of the O'Neals, Delonte West or Danny Ainge. I will post pics tomorrow morning...

Posted by: cardcrazed Mar 14 2011, 11:12 PM

awesome success! Congrats!

Justin

Posted by: otis0220 Mar 15 2011, 10:37 AM

Thanks!

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Just wish he would've signed it on a better spot....wasn't sure if I should use silver or gold but still cool nonetheless

Posted by: otis0220 Mar 21 2011, 11:27 PM

Now that I think about it, if I played the song "In The Air Tonight" on my phone when Kevin Garnett walked out, he may have stopped to sign... biggrin.gif

So for tonight my friend and I wanted to try and get the Pacers after the game. Turned out the players were leaving a different way this time around so we went over to try and get the Nets as they drive out. We got there at the right time as Jeff Foster of the Pacers was walking by. We missed a shot to get James Posey and the only Net that stopped his car was Sundiata Gaines. As we are leaving we walk past the front and my friend recognized someone with a few other people. It was just the person he wanted....Lance Stephenson! Unfortunately I had nothing for him but I did get a pic with him.

So here are the results for me:

Jeff Foster 2/2
Sundiata Gaines 1/1

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The next round for March Madness is in Newark so later in the week we are gonna try for the Sweet 16 teams, primarily UNC for me. Hopefully that goes well. Wish me luck and thanks for reading!

Posted by: edgerrin32 Mar 22 2011, 07:34 AM

Sweet. wink.gif

Posted by: Silly Mar 22 2011, 08:15 AM

nice thread!

Posted by: otis0220 Mar 27 2011, 11:25 PM

Thanks guys. Well tonight we went after for the UNC/Kentucky game. Tough loss for UNC. My main reason to come after was for Carolina but unfortunately the Wildcats were coming through the sole bus boarding spot you can access. All I had for Kentucky were cards of Tony Delk and Rod Strickland, part of the staff. Some players signed but I didn't want to make anything for Kentucky. Thank God I was able to get Delk and Strickland, they were very friendly.

Delk 3/3
Strickland 2/2

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I also tried having a pic taken with one of the players that had the cutdown net around his neck but the camera died when he was trying to take it... sad.gif Despite the bitter cold and not getting any Tar Heels, this wasn't too bad of a first experience graphing the NCAA. Thanks for reading! More to come soon hopefully...

Posted by: otis0220 Mar 30 2011, 10:56 AM

Well guys, I'm going to my first Knicks game tonight! I cut my class for today and am on the bus right now on my way to NY to try to get the Knicks as they arrive. Wish me luck TCC!

Posted by: edgerrin32 Mar 30 2011, 11:06 AM

Good luck!!! Score something nice, because you got a F in class today for skipping. tongue.gif

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Good luck!!! Score something nice, because you got a F in class today for skipping.  tongue.gif
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Haha honestly my professor wouldn't care. If I told him what I was doing he'd probably wish me luck..

Posted by: rnpurdue Mar 30 2011, 11:47 AM

Awesome on the Troy murphys! He was one of my favorite Pacers and would go out of his way to sign everything we had.

Posted by: cardcrazed Mar 30 2011, 12:00 PM

awesome adds so far! Really happy to see you get some Wildcats to sign! Congrats and good luck!

Justin

Posted by: otis0220 Mar 30 2011, 01:01 PM

Thanks guys. And Matt, Troy's auto may not be too impressive but he is indeed a good.signer.

Posted by: otis0220 Mar 31 2011, 10:46 PM

OK guys a little late but here's my update. I really like MSG. When you are looking at the rest of the arena from the lower level it really looks small but man I just love how everything looks. Very good game overall. So here's how I did, I got all my autographs outside:

Jared Jeffries 1/2
Toney Douglas 1/2
Bill Walker 1/1 (Didn't realize I gave him my gold one laugh.gif )
Shawne Williams 1/2
Andy Rautins 1/1
Renaldo Balkman 2/2
Ronny Turiaf 2/2

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No sign of Kelly Tripucka. sad.gif Landry Fields also signed, was very friendly. By the time one of the big 3 got there, maybe 20 other people were waiting. I should've gotten Amare but he just never signed for me...people were crossing the street to try to get him but I didn't right away. Also wasn't able to get Billups or Carmelo, it was just bad....I really wish at least one of those guys came earlier. I'm definitely trying to go there one more time before the season ends. There will also be at least one update next week. Thanks for reading!

Posted by: cardcrazed Apr 1 2011, 02:45 PM

WOWSERS! You are having some awesome success! You sure go to alot of games!

Justin

Posted by: rnpurdue Apr 2 2011, 06:04 PM

Another strong signing with Jeff Foster. Heck of a nice guy. Whenever I would take the kids to see the Pacers, he recognized us and would stop and talk. Wish more basketball players were like him on and off the court. Great pick-ups!

Posted by: otis0220 Apr 4 2011, 04:25 PM

Thanks guys. Justin, I am fortunate enough to because the Nets stink lol. At least we have a team where you can get lower level seats cheap compared to our other sports. So for tomorrow its the Nets/Wolves and other than Kevin Love I absolutely need to get Kurt Rambis for my nearly impossible Hornets piece.

Posted by: otis0220 Apr 5 2011, 05:35 PM

I really hate unnecessary security...

Posted by: otis0220 Apr 5 2011, 10:49 PM

Sooo the night turned out pretty well in the end. Went to the Nets/TWolves game. Nets held off Minnesota to the very end. The big guy didn't make the trip (Kevin Love) but there was another big guy for me to get, head coach and former Hornet great biggrin.gif Kurt Rambis. We got there a few minutes late so we couldn't get as good of a spot as we'd like. It was just bad pre-game. I was only able to get Wayne Ellington and Luke Ridnour and Telfair didn't come back to sign for my spot. Prudential Center has had a ridiculous policy now for the past month. You have to go back to your seats 15 minutes earlier because one time, a person getting autos didn't let someone have their seat. The whole policy is unfair and unnecessary, that's not the only way to handle the situation...So anyway at this point I was really hoping we'd have access to the team bus after the game or else this night would be shot. The bus was there so things were looking good! Was able to get Telfair this time around, Jonny Flynn and Beasley. Bill Laimbeer came out but says that he doesn't sign... rolleyes.gif Reggie Theus came out and signed for everyone. Then while he was signing, HE came out...Kurt Rambis. He didn't look like he'd sign but then he dropped his things and signed. I was so glad....because I've heard he doesn't sign often. I say, "Hey, I've got this for you to sign Kurt" and he was pretty happy about it, he thought my 8x10 was great. It's stupid but I was a little nervous when I normally wouldn't be, I was a little short on words. And then to finish I got another coach, Darrick Martin. I had him waiting a little so I could get my card of him out but he was very nice about it. So this really made my day worth it...my first Hornet for my project.

Ellington 1/1
Ridnour 1/2
Telfair 1/2 (Same thing happened like Bill Walker last week...haha)
Flynn 1/1
Beasley 1/1
Reggie Theus 2/2
Rambis 1/1
Darrick Martin 1/1

I will try to get pics up tomorrow morning. And thanks for reading!

Posted by: otis0220 Apr 6 2011, 09:35 AM

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Posted by: edgerrin32 Apr 6 2011, 03:15 PM

Very cool!! And a bunch in one round congrats. cool.gif

Posted by: Cardman123 Apr 6 2011, 04:30 PM

Cool IP's, but forgive my ignorance if I'm asking a stupid question. What do the numbers (1/1, 2/2, 1/2) mean after the player's name in your posts?

Posted by: otis0220 Apr 6 2011, 05:07 PM

Thanks Jason and Joe. I don't think many knew what the numbers meant but I'm glad someone asked. It basically means how many things he signed for me each opportunity I had. So for example for Telfair, he signed one of the 2 cards I had out for him.

Posted by: cardcrazed Apr 7 2011, 12:47 AM

very cool! Truly one of my favorite threads! Congrats on your success!

Justin

Posted by: otis0220 Apr 7 2011, 08:59 PM

Thanks alot Justin! Glad to see you say that. Well guys thought I would include this in my thread. Although I didn't get this, this was an in-person success for someone else. This just came in today:

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A Derrick Rose signed jersey! Few weeks ago I sold my first autograph, a slightly damaged cert of him for 300. Then after waiting for the right jersey I got this for 200 along with COA and proof. Would've gotten this for around 158 but it went up to 200 at the last second. Just need to find a frame for this eventually...

Posted by: otis0220 Apr 12 2011, 01:58 PM

OK so right now I'm on my way to the Garden to try and get the Knicks. There's a little rain so I hope that's the worst it gets. I have a couple playoff games at least to try again but I just decided to hop on the bus from school. I really hope this doesn't turn out to be a waste of time and money. Wish me luck TCC...

Posted by: otis0220 Apr 12 2011, 06:56 PM

OK so I'm on the bus home. It started out good, but then the rain came....for maybe 45 minutes, I can't really tell. A car drove in Amare and he didn't come back to sign. Of course the rain was gone just a few minutes later.....what luck. At least much fewer people were there compared to the other time. So here's who I got:

Sheldon Williams 2/2
Toney Douglas 1/1
Bill Walker 1/1 (This time in blue laugh.gif )
Roger Mason 1/1

Will post pics later. Thanks for dropping by.

Posted by: ronaldinho0003 Apr 12 2011, 07:03 PM

Sweet! Sorry 'bout the weather though...keep us updated!

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Sweet! Sorry 'bout the weather though...keep us updated!
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Let me tell you, I was VERY close to not going. But by the time I got off my first stop, the very brief heavy rain let up and I decided to take the next bus to NY. I was close to taking the bus back to school...

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Posted by: edgerrin32 Apr 12 2011, 10:13 PM

Nice haul!! And that jersey is sweet. Having MJ flashbacks over here! laugh.gif tongue.gif

Posted by: cardcrazed Apr 13 2011, 01:30 AM

and this thread just keeps getting sweeter, I hope I don't get a cavity!

Justin

Posted by: otis0220 Apr 14 2011, 08:35 PM

Corny but love it laugh.gif

Posted by: otis0220 May 26 2011, 06:04 PM

OK guys it's been some time but here's an update. So today I decided to go to Opening Day for the Newark Bears, a minor league team in the Can-Am league. This year they moved over from the Atlantic League, which is a higher level of minor league ball. Their new league favors younger players. So...the Bears lost because of a 6-run 10th inning but I still enjoyed the game. I also caught a foul ball. This is the first time I got a ball at any game! Well here's how I did (these are all coaches):

Dave LaPoint 1/1
Jim Leyritz 2/2
Ron Karkovice 2/2
Tim Raines 1/1 8x10
Damian Rolls 1/1

I've gotten Tim a few times in the past. I asked him to personalize it to me. I also asked if he could put 7 time all-star and he said no. laugh.gif But that's fine. I saw Damian signing a little after the game but I had nothing for him. I figured, hey why not have him sign the ball I caught? It's just a Can-Am ball so it fits.

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Thanks for following along.

Posted by: rtsjr May 26 2011, 06:32 PM

sweet raines lmk if ever could get one for me

Posted by: otis0220 May 27 2011, 07:17 PM

I'll see what I can do.

Posted by: rtsjr May 30 2011, 07:58 PM

thanks

Posted by: cardcrazed May 31 2011, 01:22 PM

very nice IP luck! Keep em coming!

Justin

Posted by: otis0220 May 31 2011, 05:15 PM

QUOTE(cardcrazed @ May 31 2011, 02:22 PM)
very nice IP luck! Keep em coming!

Justin
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Thanks, I'll try to. I really need to get to a couple of Mets games soon.

Posted by: otis0220 Jun 17 2011, 12:33 PM

Well guys right now I'm on my way to a Newark Bears game, just got on the 1st bus. I've really been debating whether I should go because there's a chance of t-storms and showers but I'm rolling the dice for today. My main target for today is Bill Buckner, manager for the Brockton Rox. Wish me luck with everything. And I just realized I forgot my camera!

Posted by: otis0220 Jun 17 2011, 07:07 PM

OK guys so the worst that I was hoping wouldn't happen happened. RAIN with some t-storms. Game was supposed to start at 5.35 but instead a couple hours later. I won't be here very long but I got everyone I was looking to get, especially the 2 I wanted from Buckner. Will update later.

Posted by: otis0220 Jun 17 2011, 10:32 PM

So here's how I did. First let me do a little intro.

I noticed Bill Buckner was coach for Brockton. I remembered a few weeks ago I made a simple custom 8x10 for the '86 Mets to sign, whenever I get a chance. I wasn't sure if I should actually get him to sign it. I did a little research and I've seen him sign his error photo with Mookie Wilson already on it. So I'd just see if he would mind signing it.

I got Brandon Watson just before it started to downpour. I would say an hour later after the rain fully cleared, I spotted Bill Buckner. I got him on a baseball and then after he signed for someone else I asked if he'd mind signing my 8x10. I think he rolled his eyes a little but he let out a little smile. Then I got Mike Torrez on 2 cards. When I gave him the 2nd card he jokingly said, "You are asking for just a little too much" and smiled. Then after I got Jim Leyritz.

Brandon Watson 1/1
Bill Buckner 2/2
Mike Torrez 2/2
Jim Leyritz 1/1

As I said before, the game finally went underway 2 hours after it originally should have. I was hoping the game would end up being postponed so I could use the ticket for another game. I left in the 3rd inning after I got a foul ball thrown to me. I didn't want to get home very late. I'll try and get pics up tomorrow. Thanks for following along.

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Posted by: otis0220 Jul 1 2011, 09:42 AM

On my way to Citi Field to try and get the Yankees and Mets outside. This week has been slow and boring so decided to just do this. Hopefully this goes well and I can get a star at least...

Posted by: ronaldinho0003 Jul 1 2011, 09:51 AM

Good luck! Hopefully you get a big name or two.

Posted by: otis0220 Jul 1 2011, 04:14 PM

Well guys today was pretty decent. On the subway right now. Didn't get any of the big ones but got some good ones.

Daniel Murphy 1/1
Pedro Beato 1/1
Gee 1/1
Mookie Wilson 1/1 '86 photo
Capuano 2/2
Scott Hairston 2/2
Curtis Granderson 2/2
Al Leiter 1/1 SS ROMLB

Wasn't even aware Leiter was a broadcaster so that was a nice surprise. Bay didn't sign but I heard he usually does. Beltran and Reyes also didn't sign. Oh and Cano only signed a few. Only saw a handful of Yanks, like Grand, Cano & Eric Chavez. I also missed Ron Darling because I saw "Help Me Howard" from Pix11 (for any of you NY area people). Gotta picture with him. I'll post pics of what I got as soon as I can. As always, thanks for following along.


Posted by: ronaldinho0003 Jul 1 2011, 04:17 PM

Nice autos, especially the Grandy! He's been having a nice year...can't wait to see the photos.

Posted by: otis0220 Jul 1 2011, 08:13 PM

Thanks Trent! For your viewing pleasure...

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Posted by: otis0220 Jul 3 2011, 09:22 PM

Just thought I would mention this. I was looking through the cards before I put em away and I noticed something interesting about one of em. The stats on the back of Scott Hairston's 2008 UD are actually Jerry Hairston Jrs'. So there, mystery solved... biggrin.gif

Posted by: otis0220 Jul 14 2011, 10:13 AM

Well guys looks like I could be going to 4 games in the next five days. Here's how the lineup's looking:

Today: Newark Bears vs Quebec Capitales
Saturday: Mets vs Phillies
Sunday: Newark Bears vs Quebec Capitales
Monday: Mets vs Marlins

Sunday I'll most likely be going. It's "Legends Sunday" and they will have some "Legend" so I'll have to see who that'll be. For Monday my friend is supposed to get Field Level seats cheap from someone so I'll find out today if he gets them. Today there's no one big I'm going after, just gonna enjoy the game and try to get some baseballs. Wish me luck!

Posted by: otis0220 Jul 15 2011, 10:59 AM

Well here's update #1:

The Newark Bears had a good game. They won 6-3 and starter Alex Smith lost his no-hitter in the 8th. I did ok with autos. Couldn't get a pic with Raines, hopefully next time. For some reason I just wasn't feeling it today. Can't explain why, just how it was. Anyway here's what I ended up with.

Daryle Ward 2/2
Raines Jr 1/1
Raines 1/1
Pete LaForest 1/1
Brandon Watson 2/2
Alex Smith ticket (I asked Alex to put the date and 1 hitter and he put the date and 1)

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I really hope I can get a picture with Raines if I go on Sunday. Up next:

Today: Newark Bears vs Quebec Capitales
Saturday: Mets vs Phillies
Sunday: Newark Bears vs Quebec Capitales
Monday: Mets vs Marlins

Mets/Phillies tomorrow.


Posted by: ronaldinho0003 Jul 15 2011, 09:04 PM

Nice stuff! Good luck at the game tomorrow.

Posted by: otis0220 Jul 16 2011, 07:43 AM

Thanks I'm gonna need it! I'm bringing 4 baseballs and I have no idea if I'll get them all signed and I hope not, at least for today. I have pics of Lee and Halladay and the balls I'm saving for if I get the chance for some players like Howard, Rollins, Dom Brown, Jose Reyes, Beltran, Bay, Johan etc. You never know what can happen so let's see. Who knows, I might only get one signed.I just hope I don't use up all the balls and then I get the chance of getting another great player and I have to resort with a card.

Posted by: ronaldinho0003 Jul 16 2011, 10:31 AM

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Thanks I'm gonna need it! I'm bringing 4 baseballs and I have no idea if I'll get them all signed and I hope not, at least for today. I have pics of Lee and Halladay and the balls I'm saving for if I get the chance for some players like Howard, Rollins, Dom Brown, Jose Reyes, Beltran, Bay, Johan etc. You never know what can happen so let's see. Who knows, I might only get one signed.I just hope I don't use up all the balls and then I get the chance of getting another great player and I have to resort with a card.
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Yeah, that happened to me at Spring Training this year...hopefully you get one of the big name guys!

Posted by: otis0220 Jul 16 2011, 03:44 PM

OK well I did pretty good outside. I got like 12 I think, all Mets. One of them was a member of the '69 Mets, I'll reveal it later. Inside was brutal. Got nobody, barely anybody even signed. Hopefully after the game will be good.

Posted by: otis0220 Jul 16 2011, 08:05 PM

After the game I only got one, but it was worth it. A star. I will reveal it later. Nah you know what, I think I'm gonna start my little report now! So the Mets killed Philly, something like 11-2. Getting autos inside was brutal! Only legit chances were Michael Martinez and Howard. I tried calling for Doc Halladay but no luck. Martinez didn't sign and Howard didn't ask me to toss him a ball after he signed for a few shortly before gametime. BP was a total waste, would've been better off trying to catch a ball. After the game I only got one person. You will see who it is at the end. Other Mets were signing but I didn't go after them. I tried for Jason Bay but I came late and he didn't get me.

Ken Oberkfell 2/2
Mookie Wilson 1/1

I made a custom 8x10 for the Mets to sign, similar to the World Series one. On that I got:
Daniel Murphy, Dillon Gee, Scott Hairston, Ike Davis, Sandy Alderson, Ryota Igarashi, D.J. Carrasco, Justin Turner & Bobby Parnell.

Ed Kranepool SS ROMLB (Asked him to put 69 WS Champs)

And.....

Jose Reyes SS ROMLB!

I'll get some pics up eventually. Thanks for following along.

Posted by: ronaldinho0003 Jul 16 2011, 08:08 PM

REYES! Awesome sign man...congrats!

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Posted by: cardcrazed Jul 17 2011, 09:12 AM

awesome successes! Congrats on all the IP autos!

Justin

Posted by: otis0220 Jul 18 2011, 09:56 AM

Thanks Justin. Well today I'm going to the Mets/Marlins game with one of my friends, who also likes the Marlins. I'm really torn between the 2 teams. This will be the final game from these past few days for me. I didn't end up going to the Newark game yesterday. I was tired and just didn't feel like it. Since Legend Sunday might be done with, I didn't feel like wasting my time. So I'm on my way to NY now, I gotta be there early. I printed a few things for the Marlins so hopefully things go well. I only have 2 baseballs so I'll have to use em wisely. Wish me luck!

Posted by: cardcrazed Jul 18 2011, 12:09 PM

Good luck! look forward to some pics!

Justin

Posted by: otis0220 Jul 19 2011, 10:37 AM

Thanks. Well the game was fun. Marlins won 4-1. I've heard the Marlins are a good signing team but yesterday was just as bad as the Phillies! I did the Mets before the game of course, got around 10 autos maybe. The only person I got that's affiliated with the Marlins was Eduardo Perez. He's an awesome guy to be around, was joking around with a couple of the people he signed for. I got him to sign this 8x10 of the Cuban flag because I'm Cuban. I never really thought of making something specific for Cubans to sign so I thought it was about time. So as soon as I got in, I see DeWayne Wise talking with someone and then shortly after he walked away. I tried calling for him but nothing. Now during BP, I'm standing with a few other Marlin fans right in the front row practically. We are right behind the tarp they roll out. I am wearing a Marlins jersey. I'll cut this story short. Not one Marlin stopped to sign in the outfield. It really was surprising, I mean they warmup right in front of us. One Marlin did sign a little to the right of us however, Hanley Ramirez. Unfortunately when he started signing, he grabbed someones sharpie. But not just any ordinary sharpie, a BROWN one. ohmy.gif Basically how he was signing for people, you would have to throw it him, so a baseball would be the best item. After a little bit he actually signaled to me to throw my ball to him. Then I showed him my pen to see if I could toss it too. But of course he shook his head. Some may not understand this but I just will not have someone sign an official MLB baseball that costs 15 bucks to get signed in sharpie, let alone brown. Pens are the only things you should get those balls sign with. Sharpies will fade and he probably wouldn't have signed it on the sweet spot so it just wasn't worth it. I already got his auto 4 years ago so it's not a big loss. Then shortly before gametime was the final chance for some Marlins. The players we had a chance for were Logan Morrison, Omar Infante, Hanley, Mike Stanton, Bonifacio and Gaby Sanchez (I think). Once again I was surprised to see that none came by to sign. Only a few actually signed above the dugout but it's not easy to sneak into that area. My one highlight during BP though was that DeWayne Wise tossed me a ball, my first one at an MLB game ever! After the game was a bit unusual for autographs. Security blocked off the usual spot for the Mets for some reason. It was very unusual, I've never seen them do that recently. As for the Marlins, I didn't realize that today would be the getaway day since they were just flying here for a game that was rained out back in May. So we got nothing after the game. Anyway here's who I got for yesterday:

On my Mets custom 8x10 I added 8 more guys: Jason Pridie, Nick Evans, Josh Thole, Ruben Tejada, Lucas Duda, Willie Harris, Pedro Beato and Jason Isringhausen

Eduardo Perez - Cuba 8x10
Got Tejada (who also made the top play on Sportscenter) and Isringhausen each on a card too. Also got 2 cards signed for 2 kids. Don't remember who the players were.

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Thanks for reading.

Posted by: otis0220 Jul 19 2011, 05:05 PM

Wow just realized I'm approaching 1,000 autographs! Currently I'm at 997 and I might go to the Bears/Worcester Tornadoes game tomorrow, thought they were playing next week.

Posted by: otis0220 Jul 21 2011, 11:39 AM

Went to that Bears game last night. Bears lost 8-4. I did surpass my little milestone before the game. Here's who I ended up getting (could've gotten more players):

Jim Leyritz 1/1
Abraham Nunez 2/3
Tim Raines 1/1

Abraham Nunez helped me make my mark. And of course coincidently, there's an interesting story on how I got #1000. I had 2 cards out for him to sign. He told me he doesn't sign one of those cards so I gave him another. The card he doesn't sign (which is pictured) is an error card. Nunez and Ramirez's names are with the wrong picture. I'm surprised I didn't notice this.

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Also after the game I found a baseball by the tracks. Not sure if this has been around since at least last season since they joined the Can-Am this season.

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Thanks for reading, hope you enjoyed.

Posted by: otis0220 Jul 31 2011, 03:48 PM

7/31

Decided to goto the Newark Bears/Brockton Rox game this afternoon. Was just a bit hot...I got:

Buckner 1/2
Karkovice 2/2
Raines 2/2
Brandon Watson 1/1
Raines Jr 1/1

Congrats to Daryle Ward, he was signed by a AA team in AZ. Maybe he'll make it back to the bigs. Unfortunately wasn't able to get him today. Had 5 cards left of him... I also got 2 baseballs. First one I retrieved when Brockton was warming up. I was actually going to throw it back to them after I went after it but then they just kept going on. The other was a foul ball. Made a pretty nice grab. Thanks for viewing my thread, I'll get a pic of the autos up later.

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Posted by: cardcrazed Aug 2 2011, 09:16 AM

Awesome! This is still one of my favorite threads! Keep the IP's coming!

Justin

Posted by: otis0220 Aug 2 2011, 09:50 AM

Thanks I appreciate it. Well you know I keep it coming. I'm actually about to head to NY. Going for my 2 teams today, Mets and Marlins. Hope I get more Marlins this time around. I will need some luck for today...

Posted by: otis0220 Aug 2 2011, 04:54 PM

I'm on the subway now. I did ok, wish I could,ve gotten more Marlins. Here's my haul:

Eduardo Perez 1/1 (Awesome as always)
Manny Acosta 1/1, Mets 8x10
Nickeas 1/1, Mets 8x10
Greg Dobbs 1/1, Marlins 8x10
Willie Harris 1/1
Bay 1/1, Mets 8x10
Darling 1/1, Mets 1986 8x10
Mike Cameron 2/2, Marlins 8x10 and card

Petersen came with Dobbs but wasn't sure who he was so I didn't get him. Other Mets signed but didn't need them. Oh yeah and I got a card signed by Daniel Murphy for someone. Glad I got Darling out of the way for that. I will get pics up later. Thanks for reading.

Posted by: Silly Aug 2 2011, 08:28 PM

very cool!

Posted by: otis0220 Aug 2 2011, 09:36 PM

Thanks! Well looks like I made a little mistake getting home. I took the bus from Port Authority as I always have but turns out the one I boarded was going a different route at the end and I got off in Passaic. Luckily one of my good friends lives there and he drove me home. I will show pics of the autos in the morning.

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I've gotten Ron Darling maybe 5 times over the past few years and I've never gotten a signature this nice from him before.

Posted by: yankeesjetsfan Aug 5 2011, 02:25 PM

Great thread. I need to make it out to some Bears games before the season ends. I need Raines for the Yankees PC.

Mike

Posted by: otis0220 Aug 13 2011, 08:15 AM

Good luck.

Well right now I just got on the bus to NY. I'm going to Darryl Strawberry's restaurant in Queens. Him, Doc Gooden (cancelled), Kevin Mitchell and couple other 86 Mets along with former punter Sean Landeta and DJ Clue. They are having this community day. I was really thinking if I should go or not for the past week, main thing is it's all the way in Queens and it would be a trip for me and I couldn't get anyone to go with me. But this would be a great chance at getting guys like Mitchell, Barry Lyons and Terry Leach. It was also announced Bud Harrelson would be there too so that pushed my intent to go along with DJ Clue. I really hope this goes great, I have a lot of fun and I can leave a little early. Wish me luck....

Posted by: otis0220 Aug 13 2011, 03:26 PM

Well it went pretty well. I got most of the guys I needed early and quickly. I printed.an 8x10 for DJ Clue but he never showed. I checked his twitter and he brought his talents to South Beach. They were all fantastic to meet, especially Lyons and Leach.

Kevin Mitchell 1/1, 86 Mets 8x10
Joey Fatone 1/0, promotional thing
Barry Lyons 2/2, 86 Mets 8x10 and card
Terry Leach 2/2, 86 Mets 8x10 and card
Darryl Strawberry 1/1, 86 Mets 8x10
Bud Harrelson 1/1, 86 Mets 8x10 (he added 69 World Series champs on his own)
Sean Landeta 3/2, 2 cards and signed his own 5x7

Will get pics up later, thanks for viewing.

Posted by: ronaldinho0003 Aug 13 2011, 03:45 PM

Sweet! Sounds like a good time...congrats on the new auto additions.

Posted by: otis0220 Aug 13 2011, 06:26 PM

Thanks! Here they are:

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Posted by: yankeesjetsfan Aug 14 2011, 11:27 AM

Looks like you did well. I was going to go, but changed my mind last minute.

Mike

Posted by: otis0220 Aug 26 2011, 02:58 PM

Ah that's too bad.

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Looks like you did well. I was going to go, but changed my mind last minute.

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Well I'd been debating if I should goto the Newark Bears last night and since chances of rain and storms were lowering, I decided to. Also I've been waiting for cards I ordered of Myron Leslie and Jackals coach Ed Ott. They didn't come yesterday or today...I'm surprised they haven't arrived yet. Well I got in the stadium a little earlier and just waited for the Jackals. Because it took so long to get my guys, I missed getting the Bears. I wanted to get the Bears after the game so I was hoping the game wouldn't be too much longer than 3 hours because I had a bus to catch. I had to end up leaving at the start of the 9th...I was a little bummed I couldn't get Leyritz on his final game and new coach Ozzie Canseco. I did get a foul ball early in the game. And here's the autos I got:

Ramon Nivar 2/2 (He was pretty amused when I told him he was still listed on the Bears inactive list)
Myron Leslie 1/1
Ed Ott 1/1

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How's the weather for you guys? I'm not liking it right now, been very odd. We felt the earthquake that hit Virginia (I'm from NJ) a couple days ago. I don't mind that, it was kinda cool, but now we are getting a hurricane! Of course this hurricane has to hit when I want to goto Mets games! Irene's supposed to hit early Sunday but they are shutting down buses and trains in NY around noon tomorrow. It appears Saturday's game is postponed (along with Sunday of course) so at least I can still go whenever it may be rescheduled. BUT there's another game I'm more concerned about. Monday I'll be seeing my Marlins play the Mets and I'm really hoping everything will be up and running by Monday morning. I'm gonna need to do a little praying. Anyway thanks for viewing guys.

Posted by: otis0220 Aug 29 2011, 08:14 AM

Hey guys. First I hope everyone affected by Irene is safe. It really wrecked some areas in NC and VA and not as much in NJ and NY. Luckily it wasn't flooded by me at all. Well buses and subways were good to go for this morning so I'm on my way to Citi. Let's see how many people actually make it to this one. Wish me luck, especially with the Marlins!

Posted by: otis0220 Aug 29 2011, 08:06 PM

I'm on the way home from the game. Mets won 2-1. I found some good seats right in the front. I did ok with autos. Once again all my autos I got outside before.

Miguel Batista 1/1, Mets 8x10
Mike Nickeas 1/1
Mike Baxter 1/1, Mets 8x10
Ruben Tejada 1/1
Bay 1/1, SS with 04 ROY
Bonifacio 1/2, Marlins 8x10 (tried a card too but he said only one)
Leo Nunez 2/2, Marlins 8x10 and card

Don't know what's up with signing habits inside...
I also got a foul ball hit by Angel Pagan during the game and caught a t-shirt. Will get pics up later, maybe tmrw. Thanks for following along.

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Posted by: otis0220 Sep 2 2011, 09:51 PM

On my way home from the Bears/Boulders game. I had one of my better autograph days there. Didn't even know this but there was a man from the Negro Leagues throwing out the first pitch and signed my ticket. So here's what I got:

Ozzie Canseco 1/1, 2/2 (He was a good signer)
Robert Scott 1/1
Damian Rolls 3/3 (Very friendly)
Dave LaPoint 2/2
Karkovice 1/1

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Posted by: otis0220 Sep 8 2011, 08:28 PM

I'm on my way home from the Mets/Braves doubleheader. Regarding autographs I had a pretty bad day compared to my other ones. I only got 4 autos but my last one was a great one. I got there a little later than I wanted. When I arrived, no one else was there. I figured there may be a few there at most but I didn't actually think it would be just me. The bad thing for me is I don't know some of these players faces too well.

I only got 2 players:

Herrera on my custom 8x10 (I was lucky I identified him right, said his name at the last possible second)
Bay 2/2

I was surprised I got someone inside, let alone a future HOFer.

Chipper Jones sweet spot! Got him 3 years ago and he still hasn't changed. Will get pics up later. Thanks for reading.

Posted by: otis0220 Sep 9 2011, 11:38 AM

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Forgot to mention a couple things. I was the only person there when R.A. Dickey arrived. I called for him and wouldn't even sign for just me. I mean he signs, he's not like Mike Pelfrey or Ronny Paulino who doesn't even acknowledge you. I hope I can get Dickey on my 8x10 before the year's over...
As for the other thing, Roger McDowell is on the Braves staff. I needed to get him on my 86 Mets 8x10. Before the 2nd game of the doubleheader, he was walking past me and I was trying to show him my 8x10 and I definitely thought he'd sign it. A minute later he was walking back over to the dugout. Keep in mind I am 2 feet away from him and there's another guy by me trying to help me and get his attention. I try calling his name but didn't stop to sign for me. It's stuff like that that gets me bummed sometimes. Getting autos for a project is tough and depending on the player, you don't know the next time you'll get another chance.

Posted by: Silly Sep 10 2011, 05:38 PM

Very cool looks like you have you doing well. Keep up the updates please!

Posted by: otis0220 Sep 11 2011, 07:07 PM

Thanks Silly. Today I tried before the Mets/Cubs game for some autos. I mainly went because of the former Mets from 10 years ago and the fact that it was an ESPN game. I wanna start off by saying that R.A. Dickey was on the same subway car as I. Yes the same Dickey that I've had difficulty with signing my darn team piece. I shook his hand and figured I'd get him to sign it after we got off at Citi but he got off at a different spot...

Anyway it was a pretty good day getting autos for me. I added Capuano, Dale Thayer, Josh Satin, Val Pascucci and Tim Byrdak (nope no Dickey, it's getting laughable at this point) to my custom photo and got a card signed by Mookie. Only Cub we saw was Ramon Ortiz, I got him on 2 cards. I didn't see any notable people from ESPN...so no Hershiser unfortunately. As for the former Mets:

McEwing 1/1
Rusty Staub ROMLB (Didn't sweetspot, apparently doesn't like to sign cards...)
Ventura 1/1
Olerud 2/2
Alfonzo 2/2
Zeile 2/2

John Franco didn't sign too much and it was a MOB for Piazza, didn't sign much either. One of the worst crowds I've seen. I didn't notice Darryl Hamilton and I didn't bring anything for Matt Franco. I also forgot to get my card(s) for Trachsel! I will upload the pics tomorrow. Thanks for reading.

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Posted by: otis0220 Sep 13 2011, 04:34 PM

Today I went for the Nationals team and was hoping to add Davey Johnson or Ray Knight to my 86 piece....it was awful. We didn't see many players and there weren't many that signed. All I got was Chien-Ming Wang...just avoided getting shutout.

Wang 1/2

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Some players didn't sign, like Strasburg, Zimmerman and Desmond etc. Wasn't able to get Alex Cora and Nix. Just not a good day for me at all. Well thanks for looking.

Posted by: otis0220 Sep 23 2011, 10:59 PM

Hey guys. I went in the city this afternoon for the Phillies and Red Sox. Should've done a little better but whatever. I already knew what I was in for but the Phillies just refuse to sign. So for today I got:

Adrian Gonzalez 8x10 (He signed it in blue pen.....someone went on his case about not wanting to sign and he eventually did, he used his pen and I wasn't able to get him to use my sharpie)
Ben Francisco 1/2
Rollins on a baseball, signed under the logo
Blanton 2/2

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I was a little late getting my stuff when Pedroia, Bowker and Gathright were signing.

Players who gave the ol' "not today, I can't, give me a minute, tomorrow, at the stadium, I'm late" and all their other lies: Dom Brown, Halladay, Ibanez, Cliff Lee, Lidge, Madson, Michael Martinez, Gary Matthews, Oswalt, Pence, Ruiz, Schneider, Daniel Bard and Lester.

I'll be back tomorrow.

Posted by: otis0220 Sep 24 2011, 06:57 PM

I made it back in the morning to catch the Phils and Sox. Things went much better this time around.

Charlie Manuel 2/2
Terry Francona 1/1
Michael Martinez 1/1
Gary Matthews 1/1
Larry Andersen 2/2
Ryan Madson 1/2
Oswalt 1/1 SS ball
Lars Anderson 1/1
Andrew Miller 2/3 (photo and card)
Papelbon 1/1

Pretty good day. Was glad to get Oswalt. I could've gotten more Red Sox but in the beginning we stayed by where the Phillies exit.

I missed out on guys like Halladay (signed a few), Howard (signed some but was picky with items) and was close with Papi.

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But wait I'm not done. I was told about this Yankees FanFest going on several blocks away. Some people signing were Gossage (was a little earlier), Moose Skowron, Doc Gooden and John Flaherty (line got way too long to my surprise and just didn't wanna wait). Luckily I had my 86 Mets 8x10 that I was hoping to get Dave Magadan on. So I added Gooden to my 86 Mets and on this 5x7 provided. I asked him to add his no-hitter date. It looks like he put the year 98 instead of 96...

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There should be an update next week. I'm gonna try to goto the Mets final game of the season. Thanks for reading.

Posted by: otis0220 Sep 28 2011, 06:51 PM

I went to the season finale for the Mets this afternoon. Mets got a big win with Miguel Batista at the helm, tossed a 2-hit shutout. First I went for the Reds in the morning. It wasn't looking good in the beginning.

Juan Francisco 0/1, When he was signing I couldn't find my card of him. A minute later I found it and he didn't feel like signing for me...
Brook Jacoby 2/2
Chris Speier 1/1
Added Yonder Alonso to my Cuban flag 8x10
Chris Welsh 1/1
Brandon Phillips 8x10, added a nice personalization
Bronson Arroyo 3/3, Cuban flag and 2 cards

I missed Dontrelle...he didn't sign for too many. sad.gif

I got nobody inside but after I got a few more:

Finally added Angel Pagan to my Mets 8x10, used someone's black sharpie
Aroldis Chapman to my Cuban flag 8x10!
And I added Wally Backman to my 86 Mets 8x10

I probably missed a few Reds, like Renteria. Very glad I added on to some of my projects. I will put pics up tonight or tomorrow. Thanks for reading.

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Also forgot to mention the Reds threw their game-used caps and some other things behind their dugout. I was a hand-length away from one of the hats and was close to 1 or 2 Mets hats. Also I decided to get the infamous cow-bell man to sign a ticket after the game.

Posted by: otis0220 Dec 6 2011, 03:15 PM

Hey guys. It's been a while I know. Well I'm on my way to NY right now. I'm going to the Jimmy V Classic at MSG for a college bball doubleheader. I'm not going there much for autos other than trying for the one and only Dick Vitale when he arrives and Villanova coach Doug West. Just gonna enjoy some college ball with a friend. Pray that this rain doesn't stop me from meeting Dickie V, he's one of those guys I would be so pumped to meet!

Posted by: Cool_Hand_Flash Dec 6 2011, 03:28 PM

Nice updates.. and good luck smile.gif

Posted by: otis0220 Dec 6 2011, 11:49 PM

Thanks, unfortunately things didn't go as well as I hoped. I didn't get to see Dickie V at all. I did get Doug West on 2 cards when Nova came in off the bus at least. I did recognize head coach Jay Wright later on, too bad I didn't ask him for a picture with. Very short update but thanks for reading.

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Posted by: Cool_Hand_Flash Dec 7 2011, 07:19 PM

Aww, too bad about Vitale.. but cool on the Wests.. smile.gif

Posted by: Silly Dec 11 2011, 08:44 PM

man i have always loved that old skybox look. Makes me remember being a kid!

Posted by: otis0220 Dec 19 2011, 09:41 PM

Lol nice memories huh?

Well today I went to the Nets open practice tonight. The tickets for it were sold out but my friend surprised me and already snagged some in advance. After it was over we got some of the players on the court. I printed out a photo to commemorate the Nets final season before they move onto Brooklyn. I did pretty well, knocked out the big ones early. I added Stephen Graham, Brook Lopez, Damion James and Dennis Horner. I missed out on a few more, including rookie MarShon Brooks. He signed pretty well for his large crowd. But outside I got the other big one, Deron Williams! I was the last one he signed for. He used someones silver but this is how I see it, it distinguishes him from the others haha.

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I will have another day of graphing in NY on Wednesday, provided it doesn't rain (why do I always have this problem??). I will be going for the Knicks/Nets when they arrive at MSG and I also have a shot in the city for Aretha Franklin and J. Cole. So we'll see how that goes....
Thanks for reading!

Posted by: otis0220 Dec 22 2011, 02:59 PM

Well I went to New York yesterday and I guess I would classify it as a little bit of a waste, at least with what I was expecting. One reason I wanted to go was to get the players before the Knicks/Nets game. But it turns out rapper J. Cole was going to be on Letterman and Aretha Franklin was on Fallon. So I had the times planned out and hoped I could catch everyone. Unfortunately I think both of them arrived a little earlier than I thought. So I went on my way to MSG for the Knicks and was late. Security made it more difficult compared to last year. I only got a few players.

Jared Jeffries 1/1
Allan Houston 1/2
Mike Woodson 2/2

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Tyson Chandler didn't get me and pretty much everyone else I saw didn't sign. Things just didn't go right yesterday, plus wasn't fun having one of these 40+ block walking days with a blister on your foot....at least rain didn't ruin things. But things will get better in the future. Thanks for reading.

Posted by: otis0220 Jan 3 2012, 02:43 PM

I went to my first Nets game of the season last night against the Pacers. Another loss for the Nets but I did very well. I got just about every non-card item signed I would've hoped for.

Dahntay Jones 1/1
Pendergraph 2/2, 1/1 (First time I got him, very nice dude)
Paul George 1/1
David West 1/1 Hornets Yearbook
George Hill 1/2, 1/1
Brian Shaw 1/2
Jeff Foster 1/1 (One of the nicer guys you can meet, I've gotten him a bunch of times and is a great signer)
Louis Amundson 1/1
Hansbrough 1/1 UNC 8x10 (Looks like he's finally signing)
Granger 1/1
Lance Stephenson 1/1 (I don't have many pics with players but I've been wanting to try more, this is only the 2nd time I've had a personal pic signed)

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Couple more things going on. Tomorrow I should be going to NY to go for the Bobcats and Monday I will be going to the Nets/Hawks game. Thanks for reading.

Posted by: Silly Jan 3 2012, 11:01 PM

Very cool! If you can get another Hansborough let me know and we can work a trade!

Posted by: otis0220 Jan 5 2012, 06:37 PM

I'll have to see....I don't know if I have another chance this season and he's been a tough one.

Yesterday I decided to go into the city for autographs. All that was really going on for me was the Charlotte Bobcats. My main targets were Kemba Walker and Ralph Lewis. No one knows Ralph, unless you're a hardcore Hornets or Pistons fan. Ralph was part of the Hornets first ever team and need him on my Charlotte Hornets inaugural season 8x10. Well I struck out on both my targets. I might've been able to get Kemba first but I was getting Chris Whitney at that moment. As for Ralph Lewis, I didn't even see him at all. Regardless I still did fine, just was hoping I can get Ralph out of the way and not worry about him...

B.J. (or as he's now known by) Byron Mullens 2/2
Chris Whitney 2/2 (I believe he's a scout for the team)
D.J. Augustin 2/2
DeSagana Diop 1/2
Boris Diaw 2/2 (At first he only signed one but then I asked him if he could please sign the other and said he didn't see it and apologized)

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Also on the 2nd Diaw card, it must have smudged after I slid it back in but I treated it. Matt Carroll also signed but I had nothing. Also the coach Paul Silas signed but I forgot one of my Hornets media guide's that he's on the cover of. I told him I'll have him sign it next time, hopefully. A few guys didn't sign and I was late on D.J. White. Thanks for reading.


Posted by: otis0220 Jan 18 2012, 12:02 PM

Well today I'm going into the city. I'm a little unsure how things will go but hopefully everything will go right. First, Bill Cosby will be on Jimmy Fallon's show. Cosby is the #1 person I would want to meet I'd have to say. He was my biggest influence and I can't tell you how happy I would be to meet him. But at almost the same time is the time I would need to graph the Suns and Warriors. So I'm really hoping I see him quick enough and then I have to take the subway immediately. The times ##### but I cannot miss out on a chance to meet Bill Cosby. I can be slightly late for basketball but I do not want to miss anyone I really want. I just hope everything falls into place. Please wish me a lot of luck.

Posted by: osufan2383 Jan 19 2012, 02:04 PM

nice meets so far this year should be fun with some new plays being opened

Posted by: otis0220 Feb 2 2012, 11:25 AM

Thanks. Well about that day...never did see Cosby, I believe he went underground at Fallon. Because I tried for Cosby first, I missed a lot of the Suns and Warriors. I didn't miss much because oddly enough many of the players didn't sign. All I got was Mark Jackson (finally) and Hakim Warrick. That day was a bit of a waste. Yesterday I went into the city for the Pistons. I got:

Dee Brown 2/2
Damien Wilkins 1/2
Maxiell 2/2
Greg Monroe 1/1
Jerebko 2/2
Stuckey 8x10
Dumars 1/1

After the game I got:

Brown 2/2 (Signed one for my friend)
Wilkins 1/1
Daye 2/2
Deron Williams 2/2

I could've gotten more players after the game but lately things have been going downhill at the Prudential Center. The team's TSA person has had players screened inside lately instead of outside on their way to the bus like it's always been. So they don't want the players to sign autographs or for you to touch them etc. It happened with the Raptors Sunday and I didn't think it would happen again. And the players wanted to sign too but were sorry they couldn't. Players like Brandon Knight and Ben Wallace were gonna sign but then security said if they signed they'd have to go thru screening again and they just went to the bus. So after that we went to the Nets side and got Deron Williams, the only one who signed.

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I love how Stuckey signed the photo. So yeah...these new procedures with the visiting teams are really killing me here. Also in a few hours I'll be going back to NYC for the Bulls. I'd already been considering going for the Bulls but the Pistons were a last minute decision. I also may go to the Wolves game tomorrow and back into the city Saturday for the Syracuse team and the Knicks. Well thanks for reading.

Posted by: otis0220 Feb 2 2012, 08:55 PM

Wow today was pretty lousy. I'd have to say this was my 2nd worst day going to a hotel where I wasn't late. Would've been better off staying home and not wasting time and money. About an hour before the players left, I got Scalabrine and then I got Bulls broadcaster Bill Wennington. I wasn't able to get Ed Pinckney or Randy Brown and could've gotten Stacey King if I called for him a few seconds earlier. Flash forward to the end....not one player signed while boarding the bus. Coach Thibodeau did sign for one or two though.

So at the end of the day:

Brian Scalabrine 2/2
Bill Wennington 2/2

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Saturday there's a good chance I'll be going for Syracuse and the Knicks. Thanks for following along.

Posted by: Silly Feb 4 2012, 07:48 PM

Congrats on the adds. You cleaned up recently!

I got Wennington a couple weeks ago, super nice guy!

Posted by: otis0220 Feb 4 2012, 08:51 PM

Thanks. I like Wennington more after meeting him, he's a cool guy. Happy I met him.

So on schedule for today was #2 Syracuse and then the Knicks shortly afterwards. Today was better than Thursday but based on my expections for today and what I was aiming for, it kinda was a failure. First with the Syracuse Orange. I thought about doing them at MSG but instead I decided to wait for them at their hotel. FAIL. I was there from around 2 to like a quarter past 3 and didn't see their bus. My friend said they may have checked out prior. So after all that time I gave up and went on my way to the Garden for the Knicks. When I got there I was a couple minutes late for Herb Williams and another coach or two. So I'll skip right to who I got:

John Starks! 1/2
Jared Jeffries 1/1
Steve Novak 2/2
Bibby 1/2

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Took pics with Shumpert, Harrelson and Fields. With their roster, I don't have anything for like almost half the team. Amare and Baron Davis didn't sign for me and Chandler, Balkman and Bill Walker didn't really sign. I was pretty much the only person out of around 20 people that Amare didn't sign for...hopefully I'll get him on my 8x10 with Carmelo and Billups this year. Although today wasn't so good for me, a few of the people there make it worth it to be there. I love being around some of the people I've met while getting autos. Considering the weather is good, I'll be going back Monday for the Jazz and Friday is possible with the Lakers and Dwayne The Rock Johnson! Thanks for reading.

Posted by: otis0220 Feb 7 2012, 06:18 PM

Yesterday went just as I hoped with the Jazz. Also found out that morning Eli Manning would be on Letterman. Waited before and after I went for the Jazz but he didn't sign coming in. Here'd how I did with Utah:

Earl Watson 2/2
Gordon Hayward 1/1
Sidney Lowe added to the Hornets 8x10 clapping.gif
Derrick Favors 1/1
Jeff Hornacek 1/1 8x10
C.J. Miles 1/1
Raja Bell 2/2
Tyrone Corbin 2/2
Al Jefferson 1/2

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Didn't ask for any of the rookies. Devin Harris and Josh Howard walked by when I was getting Corbin and I believe we missed Matt Harpring when I was getting Big Al. Only person we screwed up with was Millsap, just wasn't sure it was him and we were too late. Next up most likely will be the Lakers and Dwayne The Rock Johnson on Friday. Thanks for reading.

Posted by: otis0220 Feb 10 2012, 10:11 PM

Well today was a great day. Went for the Lakers and The Rock. I was gonna go for LA first and then The Rock after but I was advised to get Rock first. I waited for him with a few other people there for over and hour. Later I see someone running out of the entrance as Rock's car was heading into the garage. He ran over to the door and he rolled down the window. I ran over but not quick enough, he signed for a few. After that I decided to go for the Lakers and try for Rock again when he was leaving. For the Lakers I was a little unsure because I was a little late and saw no one waiting for them. There was only this one guy for Kobe, another collector and a few girls for a little while. I ended up with:

Troy Murphy 2/2
Jason Kapono 2/2
Devin Ebanks 1/1

I missed/didn't recognize a couple players. Metta World Peace didn't sign and Derek Fisher was tough....he was ignoring the kid with me but finally signed for him, didn't sign for me of course. As you could probably guess, Kobe didn't sign. A few others would've signed but this lady was walking them to the bus and said they were running late. But one player said he'd love to sign.

Pau Gasol 8x10!

After that I headed back to Fallon's show. As I would've guessed there were 20-25 people waiting by the garage. After a little bit of time, the SUV came up, the passenger window rolled down and there he was. He signed for everyone, it was tough getting your item to him though. Thank God I'm tall. I wanted him to sign with my gold but it wasn't very possible to. Either way, I'm delighted. My first ever wrestling auto and it's The Rock.

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What a great week for me. Thanks for reading.

Posted by: otis0220 Feb 20 2012, 12:48 PM

Yesterday I went for the Mavs/Knicks and then the Rangers before their game.
Not a very good day, was also a little late for the Mavs.

Rick Carlisle 1/1 (got an index card from someone because I was desperate for an autograph haha)
Jason Terry 1/2
Kenny Smith blank 8x10
Martin Biron 2/2
Artem Anisimov 1/1

First time I got a hockey autograph in 17 years. Only thing I was really happy about was Kenny The Jet, finally got him on something good.

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And here's a before and after on the Kenny Smith:

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Thank God because that was the only basketball image I could find that was large enough for the 8x10. I'm so glad how it turned out. Next up for me could be Weds for the Hawks. Thanks for reading.

Posted by: Gadsden86 Feb 20 2012, 03:48 PM

The rock is awesome. I have wanted his auto for years.

Posted by: otis0220 Feb 23 2012, 08:53 PM

Yep he sure is.

Yesterday I went for the Hawks in NY. I got:

Willie Green 1/2
Marvin Williams on the UNC 8x10
Kenny Gattison 2/2 (barely even got him, couldn't get a pic with)
Hinrich 1/2
Dominique 1/1
Dampier 2/2
Josh Smith 1/2
Stackhouse 1/2, UNC 8x10

McGrady was the only player that just didn't sign. I wanted to use a blank 8x10 to get Tracy at first. But my friend told me from earlier in the day that their security guy doesn't let em sign blanks....so I printed it. Apparently he doesn't like them signing more than 1 thing for you too. I had an old small photo of Stack but he didn't sign it. I mean back off, if he wants to sign 2 for you than he will.

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Next up could be after the Devils/Canucks tomorrow and then possibly after the Devils/Lightning Sunday. After that could be a couple weeks. Thanks for reading.

Posted by: otis0220 Mar 9 2012, 05:53 PM

Yesterday I graphed some NCAA and hockey. I'd been considering going in for the Big East tournament but for the past couple days was pretty unsure because all the teams stay at different places and I was only able to find a couple. I was pretty doubtful for yesterday but made a last-minute decision to go. Mainly I was aiming for Syracuse but wouldn't have time for UConn (Calhoun) and couldn't try the other teams. Well I actually saw Derrick Coleman there. I heard other alumni could be around but that was it as far as I know. He was doing something with ESPN radio so he was right in the lobby. One of the bellhops told me to just go inside and get him. I had a blank 8x10 for him but he said he doesn't sign those. So the guy next to him ended up giving me a Big East media guide for him to sign. Eventually the bus came, and I got:

Coach Boeheim 8x10 (That was great cuz I was told he didn't sign in the morning)
Had Kris Joseph, Scoop Jardine, James Southerland, Brandon Triche (I think), Michael Carter-Williams and Nick Resavy (I think) sign my Syracuse custom 8x10

I missed Fab Melo and one player declined to sign.

At night, I hit up the Islanders/Devils after their game with my friend. Things didn't go as I hoped. The Islanders actually went through the side entrance so you couldn't get them. I was bummed about that but I was surprised how crowded it was outside. I don't think I ever see that many for basketball. It might even be a Miami Heat type crowd. I guess people love hockey around here. So after we went to the Devils side and it was crazy...I'm telling you there must've been 100 people waiting. I mean it was just insane, I couldn't believe it. Never once seen a crowd anywhere near that for the Nets ever. What I love is the players will still sign for crowds like that too! I didn't get as many as I hoped but I just couldn't believe it, it was unreal. To my Devils 8x10 I added Bryce Salvador, Ryan Carter, Adam Henrique and David Clarkson.

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Clarkson actually got out of his car and signed for everyone. I never see a player get out of his car to sign. Just wow! Thanks for reading.

Posted by: Silly Mar 10 2012, 06:21 PM

very cool stuff

Posted by: otis0220 Mar 13 2012, 05:42 PM

Thanks Silly. Well I have a bit of a busy week coming up. Here's what's on the agenda:

Yesterday - Nets/Bucks game
Thursday - Devils/Avalanche game (first hockey game in 15-16 years)
Saturday - Nets/Hornets game (been looking forward to this all year)

I'll also be graphing the Penguins/Devils with my friend before the Nets game Saturday.

The Nets/Bucks game went fine. Could've done better but 4-5 players didn't travel.

Larry Sanders 1/1
Joe Wolf 3/3 (Card, UNC 8x10 and a pic of me and him)
Moncrief 1/2 (He's strictly one-per but a very nice guy)
Ilyasova 1/1
Delfino 1/1
Anthony Goldwire 1/1
Drew Gooden 1/2

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When Joe Wolf was signing the UNC photo he asked who else signed it. At the time I couldn't remember Marvin Williams and Joe was criticizing their penmanship haha. For Goldwire, I had him sign this pic I made that I trimmed to the size of a card. I was surprised that he really liked it and wanted one and even wanted me to email it to him and he'd hook me up or whatever...after the game he gave me his email address. That was pretty cool. Anyway, last night my friend had row 1 seats right by the Bucks bench. After the game I was hoping I might get something thrown into the crowd by the players. Brandon Jennings actually threw his jersey in the crowd, but went some rows over us. So outside, we didn't have access to the visitors this time so we went over to the Nets. Only one player signed, DeShawn Stevenson. Added him to my Nets 8x10. So cool stuff with last night. I also might get a courtside visit for the Hornets game Saturday....my friend is just crazy. Knows the right time to lie...lol. Thanks for reading.

Posted by: otis0220 Mar 16 2012, 02:22 PM

I went to my long-awaited hockey game last night and I had a blast. Devils beat out Colorado 1-0 in a shootout. It was pretty cool seeing a shootout live. We just went for autos after the game. It was just bad for me. It was even more crowded than when I went last week. Must've been 50 people there and that made it very tough. The only other times I experienced a crowd like this, where you just hope the guy will sign for you, was when I'd try to get the Mets players in Shea/Citi Field. The combination of the crowd, plus me not knowing players well, plus few people actually knowing who the guy signing is really made it close to impossible. I wasn't able to get guys like Jean-Sebastian Giguere, Ryan O'Reilly and a few others I can't remember. I also tried getting a blank signed by Landeskog (who apparently is really good) but I couldn't get him. I also made custom cards of coach Joe Sacco and LW Jamie McGinn but I never saw them. I was fearing a shutout and I felt it was best to goto the Devils side. Shockingly, there wasn't as big a crowd as last time. Well here's what I came away with:

Adam Henrique - ticket (Just to end the shutout)
Dainius Zubrus - Devils 8x10

I'm also showing a pic of the Sacco/McGinn cards I made.

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Very bad night for me in the autograph department but hey, I really enjoyed the game. I'm just glad to have some friends that tolerate this. Tomorrow I'll be graphing the Devils/Penguins after their game and then the Nets/Hornets game afterwards. It appears I will be having a courtside visit for the game tomorrow so this will be a cool experience for my friend, he never goes to games. Hasn't been to one since going with me a few years ago. Well thanks for reading and wish me luck, especially with the Penguins!

Posted by: otis0220 Mar 18 2012, 04:24 PM

I did very good yesterday. I started off with the Penguins/Devils after their game. Couldn't get there a little quicker and it was packed, we were behind 4-5 rows of people. I'd say maybe 100 people there (after the Nets game there were like at most 15 people waiting for the Hornets). I got:

Joe Vitale 1/1
Paul Martin 2/2
Asst coach Tony Granato 2/2 (I'm sure some are familiar with him)

Because of the crowd, I missed out on alot. Fleury, Tyler Kennedy, Crosby, Staal, Letang, Steve Sullivan, few others. I made a card for Richard Park but he didn't sign for anyone. Shortly after was the Hornets/Nets game. I was sporting my Charlotte Hornets jacket, hat and teal tee. I did get the courtside visit for today. Only downside was he got me a little late. I missed Ariza, Jason Smith and someone else I couldn't recognize. I did get:

Gustavo Ayon 1/1 (custom card)
Marco Belinelli 2/2
Greivis Vasquez 1/1
Chris Kaman 1/2
Jarrett Jack 2/2

Eric Gordon was the only one that didn't really sign. He did however sign at halftime, I didn't get to him. Hornets got a nice win. After the game I was hoping I'd get something thrown from a Hornet but they didn't really throw anything up. This guy asked Kaman for his sneakers and Kaman had this hilarious grumpy look on his face. After the game I went outside to the Hornets side and everything went well. For round 2:

Al-Farouq Aminu 1/2
Ariza 1/2
Eric Gordon 1/1 8x10
Lance Thomas 1/1 (another custom, thought it was dope)
Belinelli 1/1
Coach Monty Williams 1/1
Vasquez 1/1 (Pretty funny, he must've recognized me from inside and said "Una otra vez?")
Jason Smith 1/1

I had Smith sign his card when I still had Vasquez's signed card out and he started to sign Vasquez's before he realized it wasn't him. I tried my best removing Smith from Vasquez but my best wasn't good enough. Kaman was the only one that didn't signed after. He was like "I already signed 10,000 inside, I'm not signing." Some of the guys got a good laugh out of that. After that I wanted to check out the Nets side quick to see if my friend could get Deron Williams. As soon as we got there Jordan Farmar stopped to sign. I ran over there in time and got him to sign my Nets 8x10. He signed it upside down though lol. Looks kinda cool. Deron Williams left a few minutes later and some guys tried running after his car.

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It was a long day but a good one. My friend wasn't into as much as me but he did get Adam Henrique, Fred Vinson, Marco Belinelli, Jarrett Jack and Eric Gordon. This is up there for most autos I've ever gotten in a day. I actually did get 21 a couple years ago vs the Wizards. Couple possible graphing days for this week. Might go for the Raptors in the city with my friend Tuesday and might go for the Rangers opponent Weds or Friday (Red Wings and Sabres). Thanks for reading.

Posted by: Silly Mar 18 2012, 07:47 PM

good adds!!

Posted by: Silly Mar 23 2012, 09:34 PM

I want that slam magazine!

Posted by: yankeesjetsfan Mar 24 2012, 08:52 PM

Nice sucesses Otis. I haven't graphed the Rock yet. I've wanted to, but I don't like having to fight the crowds. Does Kovi, Brodeur or Elias ever stop and sign?

I've been wanting to graph the Knicks as well, but don't know where the player entrance is.

Mike

Posted by: otis0220 Mar 25 2012, 07:14 PM

Awesome eh Silly?

Mike, I've gotten used to the crowds. However I never see big ones. Only for the Devils (and I suppose the Rangers). I haven't done the Devils much but haven't gotten either one yet. I believe Kovi is your best bet and Brodeur is rare. Linsanity itself has affected how the players drive in. I'm not sure how it is now.

Well I've hit up a couple things these past few days. Did the Wiz and Bobcats after their games Weds and last night. First, the Wizards.

Phil Chenier 1/1 (Broadcaster, only one to recognize him)
Brian Cook 1/1
Jordan Crawford 1/1 (Some of the casual fans thought he was John Wall haha)
Trevor Booker 1/1
John Wall on photo paper
Nene on photo paper
Coach Randy Wittman 2/2
Kevin Seraphin 1/1
Maurice Evans 1/2

Everyone signed. My dumb self forgot to get my cards for Sam Cassell. Blatche and Rashard Lewis didn't travel. Printed out the Wall today.

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Posted by: otis0220 Mar 25 2012, 07:19 PM

Now for the Bobcats: Last night was very good. Just about everything went well.

Maggette 2/2
Scout Chris Whitney 2/2
ADDED DELL CURRY TO THE HORNETS 8x10
DeSagana Diop 1/1
DJ White 1/2
Tyrus Thomas 2/2
ADDED RALPH LEWIS TO THE HORNETS 8x10
Kemba Walker 8x10
Gerald Henderson 1/2

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I missed Augustin and Derrick Brown. I was hoping DJ White would've signed this tri-rookie card that was already signed by Donte Greene but he says he only signs one. Also I had a Charlotte Hornets media guide I was hoping Paul Silas would sign but he didn't wanna put his things down for me. But hey, I'm still very pleased about everything. Thanks for reading.

Posted by: gowizards0 Mar 26 2012, 04:50 PM

sweet ip autos!

Posted by: otis0220 Mar 27 2012, 08:41 PM

Thank you!

Well I had a busy day with autographs yesteday. I met up with my friend in NYC to get the Bucks and then later at night we'd be back at it, getting autos after the Jazz/Nets game. Also I read Shaq would be a guest on Jon Stewart's show. If I was finished with the Bucks early enough, I'd give it a shot for Shaq. Things went fine with the Bucks. I got:

Ekpe Udoh 1/1
Gooden 1/2
Shaun Livingston 2/2
Dunleavy 1/1
Monta Ellis 8x10
Coach Skiles 1/1

Jennings didn't sign, no surprise. Delfino signed for one guy and not for me. Udrih didn't sign and I don't think Kwame Brown traveled. We saw Moncrief come out briefly, then Gooden came out to sign, and poof. We didn't see Moncrief again. Should've seen that coming haha. Everyone else was fine. I was done a little early so I had enough time to try and get Shaq. I got there with time to spare, but there were like 25-30 people there waiting. I wasn't able to get him but was a little close. It was finally time to get back to Jersey. But I didn't have much time to relax because 45 minutes after I got home, my friend was back. It was time for the Jazz. I barely got my Jazz stuff in time. However it turned out this time around, the visitors would be going out the side. But that didn't mean we were screwed. A couple went up to the fence to sign.

Jeremy Evans on photo paper (asked him to put 2012 Slam Dunk Champ)
Broadcaster Matt Harpring 1/2

After seeing no one else come by to sign, we checked out the Nets for a little but had no luck with them.

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Yes, that Evans was printed upside-down. Doesn't look too bad. I just cannot get blanks signed horizontally. I don't know if I have to do some kind of collabration with the printer or something but it seems nothing goes right. Did a few test prints prior and still couldn't make sense of anything. I'd put in a paper and then the next one I'd flip it around and both sheets were still printed out the same way. Really doesn't make any sense...
I might hit up the city again at the end of the week. Thanks for reading as always.

Posted by: yankeesjetsfan Mar 29 2012, 10:30 PM

Nice success on that Wall. Congrats.

Like how that Hornets yearbook is turning out so far. Been thinking about doing something similar.

Mike

Posted by: otis0220 Mar 30 2012, 10:15 AM

QUOTE(yankeesjetsfan @ Mar 29 2012, 10:30 PM)
Nice success on that Wall. Congrats.

Like how that Hornets yearbook is turning out so far. Been thinking about doing something similar.

Mike
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Thanks. What have you been thinking of?

Posted by: otis0220 Apr 7 2012, 01:10 PM

Well I went on an autograph run last night. Wizards were in town against the Nets. I didn't really want to but I decided to go with my friend. I came away with:

Maurice Evans 1/1
Jordan Crawford on photo paper (I have a feeling this guy could be a star)
Wall on "#1 Draft Pick" 8x10
Nene 8x10
Sam Cassell 1/1 (Remembered to bring stuff this time!)

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Wizards are one of those teams you aren't gonna have a lot of things for. I only brought 8 cards with me, which is so unheard of for me. Half the roster is players that have no more than 1 year of experience. Since Rashard Lewis and Blatche didn't make the trip again, there isn't a whole lot to go for. Thanks for reading.

Posted by: Silly Apr 7 2012, 05:13 PM

Nice adds. I'd like to meet John Wall. I am a big fan.

Posted by: otis0220 Apr 10 2012, 09:18 PM

Well my friend and I hit up the Cavs after the Nets game couple days ago. Didn't go too well for me.

Anthony Parker 1/2
Omri Casspi 1/2
Lester Hudson 1/1

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The big bummer was Kyrie Irving didn't travel. It was a little crowded. Unfortunately I didn't have things for bunch of players, such as Alonzo Gee and Tristan Thompson. I was hoping to get a photo and the UNC piece signed by Jamison but he didn't sign for too many. Byron Scott, Varejao and Walton didn't sign. Some other coaches I couldn't recognize. Couple things could be coming up over the weekend.

Posted by: otis0220 Apr 16 2012, 11:16 AM

Well yesterday I went into the city. Heat were playing the Knicks and Angels were finishing a series up with the Yankees. I ran into a problem in the morning. When I was in Times Square, I got a text from one of my buddies. He was told the Heat were staying in New Jersey. After all, the Heat were playing the Nets the next day, but I didn't even think of that. So now I could cross the Heat off the list. Couple hours later, it was time for the Angels. I did good with them. I got:

Chris Iannetta 2/2
Vernon Wells 1/1 8x10 (This guy is a class act)
Coach Alfredo Griffin 1/2
Erick Aybar 2/2
Torii Hunter 1/2 (I was the last one he signed for)
Mark Trumbo 1/1
Peter Bourjos 1/2
C.J. Wilson 1/1
Isringhausen 1/1 photo paper (I actually forgot my 8x10, but now I can get him on a better image)

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I missed Scott Downs and Jerome Williams. I was close on Scioscia. Haren, Weaver, Izturis, Kendrick, Morales and Abreu didn't sign. Oh yeah, Pujols didn't sign either. I'll have to see if I hit anything up this week. But next Weds I'm aiming for the Clippers and Marlins. Thanks for reading.

Posted by: osufan2383 Apr 16 2012, 06:22 PM

very sweet meets

Posted by: otis0220 Apr 24 2012, 12:45 PM

Thanks.

Last night I went to the Nets/Sixers game, the final Nets game in New Jersey. It was kind of lousy. Nice halftime ceremony but that's about it. Too bad the Nets lost. I found out there was an event before and after the game for the season ticket holders, the former players before and current team after. During shootaround I went over to the Nets side. I've never seen anything like this, there was barely anyone out there for shootaround. Only 2 or 3 for the Sixers (my friend got Iguodala and Thaddeus Young). For the Nets there was only Jordan Williams, Humphries and MarShon. All I got was:

Jordan Williams - added to Nets 8x10
Also got Coach Mario Elie on 2 cards

I was disappointed that none of the former Nets in attendance were around for shootaround. Some players honored at the half were Darryl Dawkins, Michael Ray Richardson, Kenny Anderson, Derrick Coleman, Otis Birdsong and Kerry Kittles. After the game I checked out the Sixers side outside but they were going out a different way this time. So went over to the Nets side. Apparently I missed some of the formers like Chris Morris and Richardson, who boarded a bus. My friend actually spotted Malik Rose coming out of the employee's exit. He is part of the Sixers broadcasting team. So all I got after was:

Rose 2/2
MarShon Brooks (finally) on Nets 8x10

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Guy barely signed but I'm glad I finally got him. I heard from a few of the STH's complaining about how unorganized the event after was. That's what I hate about the Nets, they are very poor when it comes to planning things and with promotions. All we got for the final home game ever is a patch and poster. It was for the first 10,000 fans but we ended up getting them after the game. I understand the Nets had a private signing after the game and may not feel like signing anymore, but the for the final game in New Jersey, you should do extra for that particular day for all the fans. The guys are bad signers after games to begin with, so at least stop for us on this special day. And for the former players, they should've had some public event outside for them. Pair some guys at tables and have some small type of fanfest. I'm done with my little rant. I was just expecting a little more. Wish me luck with tomorrow, I will be heading into the city for the Marlins and Clippers. Thanks for reading.

Posted by: otis0220 Apr 25 2012, 09:00 PM

Today I hit up the Marlins and Clippers in the city. The day started out horribly but got much better. I started out with the Marlins. I printed out something for the first season of the Miami Marlins, I mean I expected to get a bunch of the basic players. But I forgot that the location could be a killer, and this is the only place that's hated. Like the other time I went, I only got ONE person. Chad Gaudin. Got him on the 8x10 and a card. Ozzie didn't sign for me and I missed Morrison and Greg Dobbs. Zambrano, Anibal Sanchez, Hanley, Bonifacio, Josh Johnson and Austin Kearns didn't sign. These guys have really gotten bad over the past couple years. I also missed Buehrle, I was in a different spot and this guy got him. We couldn't stay for the final half hour/hour because we had to run off to our next destination, the Clippers. As you may have found out from me, a few teams may have their own little quirks regarding autographs (sometimes specifically for hotels). For the Clippers currently, their security guy is very strict about them not signing in blue sharpie. But that's only when the guy is around. Unfortunately because of that fool, I got the big one in black. But you can see it.

Bobby Simmons 2/2
Reggie Evans 2/2
Caron Butler 1/2
Blake Griffin 8x10
Foye 1/2
Broadcaster Michael Smith 2/2
Nick Young 2/2
Asst coach Robert Pack 1/2
Kenyon Martin on my Nets poster giveaway from the other night

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I really like that Blake signed for everyone. Coach Vinny Del Negro doesn't sign apparently. Mo Williams only signed for one and Chris Paul didn't sign too many. I missed Eric Bledsoe and I don't think DeAndre Jordan signed. I was disappointed again in how the Marlins were. But I am so glad with how things turned out with the Clippers, that really turned my day around. I'll have to see what I do next. Playoff stuff with the Devils/Rangers/Knicks is a little possible and there's the NFL Draft but I really doubt it. Thanks for reading.

Posted by: otis0220 May 9 2012, 12:14 PM

Ok guys last night I went into the city, here's what was going on:

Rays vs Yankees
Macy Gray and Jim Parsons (Sheldon from Big Bang Theory) on Letterman
Michael Phelps on Fallon

Also a team I help coach had a game at 7:30 so I hoped everything went perfectly, timing was everything. So first off were the Rays. I got:

Cesar Ramos 1/1
Elliot Johnson 1/1
Coach Tom Foley 2/2
Joel Peralta 2/2
Fernando Rodney 1/2
Jeff Niemann 1/1
Wade Davis 1/1
Joe Maddon 1/1 photo paper
Jeff Keppinger 1/1
Carlos Pena 2/2, card and photo paper
Sean Rodriguez 1/1 Cuban flag 8x10
Broadcaster Brian Anderson 2/2
Ben Zobrist 1/1

This was the good. Now for the bad.

First off, there's this old grapher. He's one of the legends here. But everyone prefers for him not be there because he just gets in the way and ruins things. Luckily I don't see him for basketball. First off, Matt Moore is signing. Then he starts saying over and over things like, "Can you please sign for me?" This makes Moore rush into the cab. Later on we see Hellickson signing before boarding the bus, taking his time. Then Sheldon does his thing and poof, Hellickson is gone. No offense but thank God he wasn't there the whole time. Also, who I think is Moore is boarding the bus. I try to get him on a photo paper but he says I'm very sorry but I don't sign those. I try to say that I'm going to print a photo but I appreciate how he was expressing how he was sorry. I've never seen anyone that sincere. BUT turns out it was Matt Joyce blink.gif I had 2 cards of him too. I had another photo paper fail, unfortunately with ace David Price. I should've had a card out with the paper too like I did with Pena later. He just said I don't sign those and walked on his way and ignored me when I tried calling him. I mean c'mon...

Players who didn't sign: Upton and Jose Molina. James Shields signed for one. We missed coach Dave Martinez by a second. Maybe half. No sign of Longoria. After getting Brian Anderson and Zobrist, I went off to Letterman. I was there for 2 hours...Normally guests should arrive around 3. Well Parsons arrived at around 4! He signed for everyone there but I wasn't able to get a pic with him. So for after I was hoping to get pics with Macy Gray and Parsons. I was expecting them to leave by 5:15 hopefully and then I'd be on my way for Michael Phelps. It was 6pm and still those 2 didn't come out. So at around 6:10 I decided to leave and check out Fallon. I was there for a minute because I had to goto my baseball game. I got one of my buddies to get Phelps on a blank for me if he signed. By the time I'm at Port Authority I find out my game was rained out! mad.gif Also found out Phelps didn't sign.

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Great day with the Rays. But unhappy with some of the things, like Price. That waste of time at Letterman slightly lowered how I felt about my day overall. But hey I got 17 autos, tying my baseball high for a day. I might go for the Mariners at the end of the week and maybe the Capitals if they can force a game 7. Thanks for reading. Also remember the Isringhausen blank I got signed a few weeks ago? I will also post a pic of it, I finally printed it out.

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Posted by: otis0220 May 28 2012, 09:47 AM

Been a little busy over the weekend so I'm late with this. Friday night I hit up the Devils after their playoff win. It was great being there. I'm just glad Henrique scored minutes into overtime, not having us wait much longer. Thing's weren't looking good at first but it picked up. Here's how I did:

To the Devils 8x10, I added: Anton Volchenkov, Andy Greene, Alexei Ponikarovsky, Mark Fayne and Stephen Gionta
David Clarkson 1/1

Missed Can Janssen, just wasn't sure who it was at first.

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Will hit up the Devils/Kings at least once this week, can't wait.

Posted by: otis0220 May 29 2012, 07:02 PM

Decided to hit up the Mets this afternoon at Citi. My special ball came in Friday or Saturday so I was all set. I brought Phillies stuff too but I was gonna focus on the Mets for today. Today was very successful.

1st base coach Tom Goodwin 2/2 (Very nice guy, looking forward to seeing him next time)
Added Jon Rauch, Daniel Murphy, JOHAN SANTANA (the autograph of the day), Ramon Ramirez, Chris Schwinden, Rob Johnson, Vinny Rottino, Kirk Nieuwenhuis, Mike Nickeas, Mike Baxter, Scott Hairston, Dillon Gee, Tim Byrdak and Jack Egbert to the ball.
I also had Schwinden sign my Mets 8x10 from last year, he was a September call-up.
Chad Qualls (Phillies) 2/2

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On the Mets photo, Schwinden signed it right above the script. Ronny Cedeno only signed for a few people and walked away, which I heard is his signature thing. And maybe one day I can finally get R.A. Dickey...
Last time, I tied my baseball record for most autos in a session with 17. Today I finally broke it with 19. But I know I will not put up similar numbers on my next baseball one. Tomorrow is Game 1 of the Stanley Cup so I might do the Devils/Kings after the game. Thanks for reading.

Posted by: otis0220 May 31 2012, 04:03 PM

Last night my friend and I hit up after the Devils/Kings game last night. Tough OT loss for the Devils. We checked out the Kings side first. I guess for the Cup, they blocked off the visitors exit a bit. The players walkway was all covered up. They were still accessible in the lot but it would be tougher, we're like 20-30 feet away from them. 15 minutes passed. We saw maybe 5 players but no one came over. We decided to go over to the Devils. Soon afterwards I decided to check out the front because they were shooting the post-game show and some people I heard there were the great Barry Melrose and ex-goalie Kevin Weekes. After finding out it would end at 1am, I went back to the Devils. By this time it's around midnight. Ryan Carter, Ponikarovsky and Gionta signed but I had nothing for them. I did get a pic with Gionta. Things finished around 12:45 so we go back to the set. We're waiting for the show to end. There's maybe 5 of us by this time. Around 1am, we finally spot Barry Melrose on the other side. We went over there but didn't wanna bother him right away, just wanted to see if the show would end soon. After a little bit, he signed for us and took pics. He signed some photo paper for me and I had him put "Most interesting man in the world." If any of you are regular SportsCenter viewers, you will love that. I was worried though because, well, you already know the problems with getting a blank signed. He signed it a little too big and the placement was bad for once. I know it's not a big deal but I'm not crazy about it being over his face. By the time it's 1:20, show is still going. We didn't feel like waiting for Weekes anymore so we left.

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It was kind of a waste of a night but I'm glad I came away with something, especially Barry Melrose. I'm unsure about going Saturday, but we'll see. One thing, can you guys please reply to this post. I need some input, it would be really appreciated. Now something odd happened when I printed this. For some reason it printed out as 8x9.75 instead of 8x10. First time I've seen this happen. With the white borders it is 8.5 x about 10.25. Should I trim off the top border or leave both? Just not sure what I should do. Thanks for reading.

Posted by: otis0220 Jun 3 2012, 02:28 PM

Well my friend and I went back last night for Game 2. Devils lost again in OT, it's not looking good. Not much of an entry here. Kings couldn't sign because of the screening process, since they're heading straight back to LA. But it's not like they would've. Went to check out the Devils. Some signed, but unfortunately no one new to me. Ponikarovsky, Clarkson, Gionta, Carter and Greene were the only ones.

Andy Greene 1/1

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I heard Doug Weight was there too along with Weekes but didn't feel like waiting all that time at the set. If the Devils do force a Game 5 at least, we'll have to try for everyone earlier in the day if we can. We'll have to see. Thanks for reading.

Posted by: otis0220 Jun 10 2012, 01:11 PM

Hey guys, watched the Devils game at a bar last night with some friends and then we rushed over to Prudential afterwards. Devils stayed alive, winning 2-1. I don't have anything left for guys that usually sign so I decided to do what my friend does sometimes, get newspaper pics signed. Only had one recent paper around, but it worked out.

Stephen Gionta 1/1 newspaper
Marek Zidlicky 1/1 Devils 8x10
David Clarkson 1/1 newspaper

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Biggest crowd I ever seen, at least 100. Guy's were mostly signing in black and couldn't catch their attention. Saw Brian Gionta but he didn't come over. We also saw Barry Melrose and Steve Levy walk by and get heavily booed. Glad at least I added a new one to the photo. This week I'll have to see what's going on. I might goto a minor league game Thursday and may hit up the Reds Friday. Thanks for reading.

Posted by: 19th Century Indiana Jones Jun 10 2012, 01:35 PM

I wish they stayed at The Meadowlands...... sad.gif
I can see MetLife Stadium from my office window.

Posted by: Silly Jun 10 2012, 03:46 PM

Nice pickups!!

Posted by: otis0220 Jun 14 2012, 05:02 PM

Thanks Silly. Cool Jones, sometimes I wish they stayed there too. But the big advantage is you can get opposing teams outside.

Tomorrow I will be heading into NYC for autos. Seems like forever since I've hit up a team. I will be going for the Reds. Right after that, I will run to a signing. The best part is he is someone for my Hornets inaugural season 8x10. I will leave the name a surprise but feel free to guess. Can't wait to see him. After that I may try for Adam Sandler. He will be on Fallon so let's see what happens. Wish me luck.

Posted by: otis0220 Jun 15 2012, 10:02 PM

Well today was great for the Reds. Btw, that mystery Hornet was the great Muggsy Bogues! I was excited to meet him again. So here's how I did with Cincinnati first.

Aroldis Chapman 8x10 (Saw him just standing around when I got there)
Ryan Ludwick 1/2 (If anyone wants a picture with him, he's not really a photo person. Wouldn't even take one with some girl)
Wilson Valdez 1/1
Miguel Cairo 2/2 (His little boy was with him. Nice kid)
Votto 8x10
Bruce 8x10
Bailey 1/2
Sean Marshall 1/1 (Advertising panel)
Cueto 8x10
Broadcaster Jeff Brantley 1/2
Ryan Hanigan 1/1

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Pretty good day, eh? 4 8x10's signed. That's only happened to me one other time if I'm not mistaken. And that was the very first time I started getting photos signed oddly enough. One thing, about the Sean Marshall. That's an advertising panel found in 2008 Topps Heritage. I think they were found in every 1 or 2 hobby boxes. Should I trim those into individual cards? Would definitely be easier to store. Next is Muggsy's appearance. It was very nice. Played some basketball too afterwards. Too bad Muggsy didn't have time to play with us. Muggsy was great with everyone, I got my Hornets 8x10 signed and 4 cards. He tried to guess the other autos. Wish I had more time to talk, sometimes you just forget what you wanna say.

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Monday I may go for the Braves and/or Orioles and maybe a couple other things, wrestler CM Punk for example. Thanks for reading.

Posted by: otis0220 Jun 18 2012, 06:26 PM

Well I was in NYC this afternoon. There was too much going on and things didn't go as I hoped. Braves and Orioles were in town today so I wanted to attempt to do both. Also today some former Mets were doing a signing at SNY Studio from 10-2pm; Keith Hernandez, Edgardo Alfonzo and Koosman. I didn't know much about it until later so I didn't wanna bother because I'd be doing whatever team at the time. I would've been better off going because things with the Braves were horrible. There were more people than usual. Shortly after I got there, we saw manager Fredi Gonzalez (of course I didn't think I'd need the Cuba flag 8x10 and I forgot about him). After that, there was a period of around 90 minutes when nobody came (very unusual). Some players didn't wanna sign. All I got was:

Hinske 2/2
Uggla 8x10 (Thank God for him)

Freeman, Matt Diaz, Heyward, Francisco?, Roger McDowell, and couple others didn't sign. Chipper only signed 1 or 2, it was pretty bad how he was mobbed. Kimbrel barely signed and I was one of few that Tim Hudson didn't sign for. I was very disappointed in not getting Hudson, I really loved him back in Oakland. After not getting Kimbrel and Hudson, I just felt I should leave and go for Baltimore. I was a little late but I was better off.

Mark Reynolds 1/2
Brian Roberts 8x10
Adam Jones 1/1

Matusz and Markakis didn't sign. Couple others signed. Was hoping to see HOFer Jim Palmer but don't think he was there.

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I wasn't happy about quantity today but was happy about the quality. Friday I am thinking about going to Citi Field. Focusing on the Mets and see if I get any Yankees. Thanks for reading.

Posted by: otis0220 Jun 22 2012, 08:29 PM

Did the Mets and Yankees today, did very good. Would've done better if it wasn't for the period of heavy rain.

Tom Goodwin 1/1
Tim Teufel '86 Mets 8x10
Jon Rauch 2/2
Omar Quintanilla to team ball
Daniel Murphy 1/1
Bobby Parnell to team ball
Dillon Gee mini-helmet (I have to make sure I tell them where to sign in the future. First time getting one signed, good value in these)
Lucas Duda to team ball

Now for the Yankees:

Granderson 8x10
Jayson Nix 1/1

The rain started to come down with Nix. Flash forward 30-45 minutes later...I would say a minute or 2 after it 100% cleared...

Cano 1/1

And then later on got Al Leiter on a mini-helmet.

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This was my first opportunity at getting Chris Young but he couldn't sign for everyone. Hope I can get him next time. Some guys like Dickey, Turner, Cedeno and Wright didn't sign. Looks like next up is Monday. Indians arrive and top draft pick Anthony Davis will be on Fallon. Thanks for reading.

Posted by: otis0220 Jun 25 2012, 07:12 PM

Not a very good day in the city today. What was going on:

Cleveland Indians
NBA Draft Picks
Jimmie Walker on Letterman
Anthony Davis and Charlie Sheen on Fallon

Things didn't go very well with the Indians.

Joe Smith 2/2
Carlos Carrasco 2/2 (He was mistaken for somebody else twice until we found out who he was. Very nice guy)
Ubaldo Jimenez 2/2
Aaron Cunningham 1/1
Lou Marson 1/1

When you can't even get a coach, you know it's been a bad day. One player I missed while getting Ubaldo was Derek Lowe. Security didn't allow you to get players that were boarding the bus. Absolutely ridiculous, can't recall this happening before. Can't wait to hear what happens tomorrow...

I left early to check out Letterman if I could get a pic with Jimmie Walker, he starred on Good Times. But he went in and didn't acknowledge anyone. After that I didn't even bother going to Fallon for top pick Anthony Davis or Charlie Sheen. I went over to see if I'd see some of the NBA draft picks. I wasn't really prepared at all, I actually forgot about this. I heard Davis didn't sign but I did see UConn's Andre Drummond. He signed a blank for me and got a picture with him. I didn't want to stick around long.

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Cool how I met Andre Drummond but if it wasn't for Ubaldo Jimenez, the day would've been an absolute waste. I might go to a couple minor league games over the next few days, one of them with my Little League team. Thursday I'm not sure what I may do regarding the NBA Draft. Also Friday I'm aiming to do the White Sox. Thanks for reading.

Posted by: otis0220 Jun 27 2012, 10:04 PM

Hey guys. Nothing much for autographs today. I went to a New Jersey Jackals game with my Little League team tonight. I didn't concentrate much for autos today, only brought 3 cards. Only wanted them to try and get autos right after the game. Literally like 30 seconds before the first pitch I got one of the coaches on the Quebec Capitales, Goefrey Tomlinson. I actually signed an autograph for one of my kids, because I am awesome lol. I also caught a foul ball during the game, I believe it was hit by Angel Berroa. After the game I had Goefrey sign for them. He was the only guy on Quebec they knew by name, because of me haha.

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Posted by: otis0220 Jun 29 2012, 07:08 PM

I did the White Sox today. As soon as I got there, things weren't looking good. I'm usually there at the right time but today they were earlier than usual. I missed some of the guys I was hoping for, including manager Robin Ventura. I was really looking forward to getting him on a Mets mini helmet. I also missed Jake Peavy, one of the main guys I made photos of. Things improved little by little.

3B coach Joe McEwing 1/2
Bullpen coach Juan Nieves 2/2
Bullpen catcher Mark Salas 1/1(I barely got him, he thought I was another guy trying to get him again. Nice guy)
Alex Rios 1/2
Addison Reed 1/1
Dayan Viciedo on Cuban flag 8x10 (Signed just because of the flag)
Philip Humber 2/2
Youkilis 1/2
Broadcaster Steve Stone 1/1
Broadcaster Darrin Jackson 2/2
Alexei Ramirez on Cuban flag 8x10 1/2

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Missed Gavin Floyd, Pierzynski and Orlando Hudson (who I had for a dual auto card). Gordon Beckham and Konerko didn't sign for me. I said please Konerko I come from New Jersey and he says, "That's tough." I mean c'mon...Harold Baines barely even signed, he's tough. Not sure if I'm doing anything next week. Might goto a minor league game tomorrow. Thanks for reading.

Posted by: otis0220 Jul 13 2012, 06:17 PM

Did the Angels today. Thought I'd wear an Angels hat but had no effect. Bad day for me.

Broadcaster Mark Gubicza 2/2
Isringhausen 2/2
Scott Downs 1/1
GM Jerry DiPoto 1/1

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Hours in between getting Gubicza and Isringhausen. Waited with some people on one side for a little too long and we missed a good portion of the team boarding the bus. Happened so quickly. Trout signed only a few. What really got me mad was not getting Torii Hunter. Printed a photo for him, was sure I'd get him. But there were just too many people. Bunch of people double dipping. I really wish athletes had a radar where they can tell apart the collectors and the ones that want to sell. Bunch of these guys will be back the next 2 days. I'm just sick of this sometimes. Also I tried getting a pic with Isringhausen but my camera was acting up. Of course it just happens to be Friday the 13th...I just want to forget about the day. Tomorrow I'm going to a minor league game and next week I might do the Blue Jays and then goto the game against the Yankees. Haven't been to a Yankee game in maybe 13 years. Thanks for reading.

Posted by: otis0220 Jul 14 2012, 10:42 PM

Hey guys. I went to the New Jersey Jackals/Rockland Boulders game tonight. Not much for me to go for but I had fun. The 3 main guys as of right now are Angel Berroa, Ed Ott and Gustavo Chacin.

Berroa 2/2 (SS ball and card)
Ott 2/2

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Didn't spot Chacin at anytime. About the Berroa ball...that was a Berroa foul ball I caught at a game a few weeks ago. I thought hey, why not get the foul ball signed by that player? At least a notable player. I kept in mind the date of that game so I told him this is a foul ball of his I caught and asked him to put the date and "Good catch" (I know, corny) and he also wrote "God Bless You!" above it. Very nice guy, hope he can make it back to the big show in the future. Also came close to winning a Yogi Berra signed ball. Thanks for reading.

Posted by: otis0220 Jul 18 2012, 06:07 PM

Yesterday I hit up the Blue Jays then went to the game against the Yankees. It was another bad day for me. I also had a little injury it was a little uncomfortbale for me throughout the day.

Manager John Farrell 1/2
Kelly Johnson 2/2
Broadcaster Pat Tabler 3/3
J.P. Arencibia on Cuban flag 8x10
Broadcaster Alan Ashby 1/1

There was a big time difference between Johnson and Tabler. When the players were boarding the first bus, barely anyone even signed. Among the players who refused were Brett Cecil, Encarnacion, Cordero, Rajai Davis, Ben Francisco, Darren Oliver, Romero and Travis Snider along with the rest I had nothing for. There were under 10 people waiting. Only a couple scrubs signed. I heard everyone on the team signed Monday except for Bautista, Vizquel and couple others. I really wish I went Monday instead.

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After that I went on my way to the game. I didn't get any autos during BP (which I expected) but I did get my first BP home run ball. Was hit by some Yankee, unfortunately their balls have "PRACTICE" stamped on the sweet spot. Well I'll have to see what I hit up next. Was thinking about the Dodgers Friday but I kinda doubt it. Will it end up being worth it? I might do the Nats next week (probably not) and I'll also be going to 1 or 2 Jackals vs Worcester games next week. Jose Canseco is playing, yes PLAYING, for Worcester and let's see if I can get him, I've heard he's been tough. Thanks for reading.

Posted by: otis0220 Jul 30 2012, 03:59 PM

I hit up the Orioles today, did very good. Could've hit 20 if I was more aware.

First autograph of the day...

Jim Thome on mini helmet!
Ryan Flaherty 1/1
Lew Ford 2/2 (back in the bigs for 1st time in 5 years)
Manager Buck Showalter 1/1
Wilson Betemit 2/2
Tommy Hunter 1/1
Matt Lindstrom 2/2
Endy Chavez 2/2
Mark Reynolds 1/1
J.J. Hardy 1/2
Chris Davis 1/1

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Got an extra Chris Tillman signed for someone. Only person that really denied me was Luis Ayala. Could've gotten Adam Jones but forgot my card at home....missed a few other players and coaches. Just really happy about getting Thome. So next up for me, I may go to a Jackals game this weekend. Trying to goto a Marlins game next week too. Thanks for reading.

Posted by: otis0220 Aug 5 2012, 10:50 PM

Went to the Jackals/Newark Bears game this afternoon. I really needed to knockout some cards here from the order I made online. Out of a maximum of 16 cards, I did pretty good.

Kyle Greenwalt 1/1
Jorge Vasquez 1/1
Quentin Davis 2/2
Ed Ott 1/1
Angel Berroa 2/2
D'Angelo Jimenez 1/1
Anthony Pluta 1/1
Julian Sampson 1/1 (Got as he was making his walk down to start the game. Try doing that with a pitcher at an MLB game LOL)
Daryle Ward 2/2

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Ward was the only guy I got after the game, only guy I saw I actually needed. Newark coaches Raines and Oberkfell weren't there, hope they'll be back tomorrow. Also couldn't spot Jackals Craig Clark and Jeff Lanning. On the Jimenez and Pluta, I experimented with this light blue marker, it looks bad in the pic but didn't come out as good as I hoped. Ed Ott was signing more things than the players before the game. Knocked out a bunch of cards for a couple guys. Very nice funny guy. After the game, the Jackals players had a signing but didn't stick around for that. I only needed 2 players and these guys were out of uniform so I couldn't tell who from who. Tomorrow I'll going to a Newark Bears game against the Kansas City T-Bones. Main reason I'm going, coach and Royals great Frank White. Unfortunately I don't have any good things for him to sign. Just cards. Wish I had a Royals mini but couldn't get one short notice. Well thanks for reading.

Posted by: Silly Aug 6 2012, 11:23 AM

lots of additions as of late nice!

I noticed Steve Stone printed his name for you. He is not very well liked around here because of that. He will only print his name if he feels you are a dealer and it will end up on ebay. He has done many radio appearances where things for ugly because people got mad at him for ruining their baseball with a printed name. Even the radio stations were in shock.


Posted by: otis0220 Aug 6 2012, 10:32 PM

Haha that's interesting, thanks for letting me know that.

Another fun day at a minor league game. Newark Bears hosted the Kansas City T-Bones. Like I said before, only reason I wanted to go was because Frank White was a coach for KC. Spoiler alert, appears he doesn't travel. So now it was just Newark. Here's how I did:

-Before-

Quentin Davis 1/1 (Talked with him about a minute, getting to be one of my faves)
Mike Ness 4x6 (Threw a no-hitter last month)
Jorge Vasquez 1/1

-After-

Daryle Ward 2/2
Julian Sampson 1/1
Good 'ol Tim Raines 1/1

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Tim was happy to see me. First home game I've been to all year. Just love going to Newark games because of the low attendance. My friend and I were talking with 1B Patrick Reardon and KC 1B Coach Bill Sobbe throughout the game, just having fun. Pat had me cracking up early in the game. Threw each of us a ball during the game. I was expecting to get a couple foul balls but barely any were hit on our side. Gotta see what I'm gonna do next week. Trying to goto a Jackals game Sunday and maybe hit up the Rangers. Thanks for reading.

Posted by: otis0220 Aug 16 2012, 11:05 PM

I went to the Jackals/Quebec Capitales game tonight. Turned out to be a double-header. Jackals and Capitales split the games. Here's how I did:

After game 1/before game 2:

Coach Goefrey Tomlinson 3/3
Craig Clark 2/2, 1/1
Angel Berroa 2/2
Kyle Greenwalt 1/1
Sebastien Boucher 1/1

After game 2:

Coach Ed Ott 1/1
Jeff Lanning 2/2

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Only guy I wasn't able to get was Quebec P Karl Gelinas, a player told me he wasn't with the team. Also know the problem why I couldn't get Lanning last time I went and didn't see him before the 2nd game. Their site says he's #18 but he's actually #9. There's a small possibility that I'll be going to a Newark/Quebec game this weekend. Monday I'll be going to the Mets/Rockies game, finally my first Met game of the year. Thanks for reading.

Posted by: otis0220 Aug 21 2012, 06:28 PM

I went to the Mets/Rockies game last night. It was a pretty good day for me. Such a nice cool day too. I hit up the Mets in the afternoon and kept an eye out for any Rockies arriving. It wasn't a good time to get the Rockies since most of the notables were injured. No Helton, no Gonzalez, no Giambi etc. There were only 3-6 fans there for autographs.

Added 7 on team ball - Ronny Cedeno, Jeremy Hefner, Kelly Shoppach, Josh Edgin, Manny Acosta, Andres Torres and Chris Young
Had Chris Young sign my 2011 team 8x10 too
Coach Tim Teufel 2/2
Ramon Ramirez 1/1
Jason Bay 1/1
Scott Hairston 1/1
Tulowitzki 1/1 (Wasn't sure if I should print something out for him, oh well)
Jeff Francis 2/2
Ron Darling on Mets mini-helmet

-Inside-
Batting practice was cool. Got a ball from Met coach Tom Goodwin (I think). Later I came close to snagging a bouncer and then Jhoulys Chacin tossed it to someone else. I was joking around with him for a couple minutes, saying how tough it is to grab one of those bare-handed. Yelled that he owed me one, had some friendly exchanges. Next one he got he threw to me. Thank god for smartphones, I wouldn't have known who he was if I didn't load up the roster haha. First time I got more than one ball at an MLB game. Anyway a couple minutes after I got the ball, I noticed Eric Young Jr was signing in the next section over. I had nothing so I decided to have him sign that ball on the sweet spot.

Eric Young Jr SS BP ball
Jonathan Herrera 1/1

I also ran into Zack Hample a couple times. He's a legendary ballhawk, been doing this for around 20 years. He has own blog, mostly about his adventures. Very interesting guy. When I first started to hear about him, I wasn't really crazy about him. But then as I started to read his blog more, I understood him more and got to like him a little. I first met him last year so this was the 2nd time I actually talked to him. Near the start of the game he was near me so I decided to have him sign my ticket. He actually does sign autographs too, he has many fans.

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Only like 6 people for guys like Niese, Pelfrey, Wright, Thole, Parnell, Ike Davis, Justin Turner and don't want to sign. Few of those guys arrive together and think they're the ######. Turner's gone over to the 'evil' side. Even Matt Harvey didn't sign and I heard he's been a good signer since being called up. When the crowd dwindled to 3, still couldn't get Francisco, Tejada, Valdespin and Johan to sign. You'd think they'd be more willing to sign for people they usually don't see. So I got 19 autographs yesterday, 20 if you count Hample. Anyways, I'll try to get a pic of the Young Jr ball up. I'll have to see if I do anything soon. I might consider doing the Mets/Astros Friday. Might go to a minor league game and or Yankee game next week. Thanks for reading.

Posted by: otis0220 Aug 27 2012, 06:25 PM

Well I did Toronto today. I was keeping an eye out for the forecast the past few days, I'd been 50/50 about going. Well I decided to go, there was like a 70% chance of rain at 12pm and then 30-40% chance of t-storms couple hours after. Well small showers came around that time and then it started to pour. I was a little worried about that 30-45 min period. Few people didn't sign, including the manager. Then things cleared up and was looking good. I got:

JA Happ 1/1
Kelly Johnson 2/2 (Got him last time too, has to be the friendliest on the team)
Brandon Lyon 1/1
Yunel Escobar on Cuba flag 8x10
Brandon Morrow 2/2
Yorvit Torrealba 2/2 (Got help with the other)
Omar Vizquel 8x10! This was the big one for the day, didn't think I'd get him.

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Missed guys like Adam Lind, Ricky Romero and Chad Jenkins. Rajai Davis (guy just doesn't sign), Steve Delabar, Darren Oliver, Encarnacion and Rasmus didn't sign. Also missed broadcasters while waiting for Vizquel etc. I expected more compared to the first day last series but I am so happy to get Vizquel. Two Indian greats to end last month (Thome) and this month. For the next week I'll be going to a minor league game or 2, it's nearing the end for these teams. Also next week I might do the Braves. Thanks for reading.

Posted by: otis0220 Sep 3 2012, 10:49 AM

Well yesterday afternoon I went to the Newark Bears/Worcester Tornadoes game. Worcester actually signed Jose Canseco this season but he only played for the first month or so. This wasn't really much of a graphing day for me. Just had 2 items on me. After the game I got Tim Raines on my Marlins mini helmet (he was a Marlin for his final pro season). I also got batting gloves from Quentin Davis. Remembered me from last time and glad I got him to hook me up with something. If I go to the final game tonight, I'll have him sign them. The other thing I had to get signed was for Daryle Ward but didn't see him today. Thanks for reading and enjoy your Labor Day.

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Posted by: otis0220 Sep 11 2012, 05:44 PM

Ok I've hit up a couple things past few days. I decided to give it a shot and did the Jets with a friend after their game Sunday afternoon. I heard from someone that it was just as easy at MetLife as it was at Giants Stadium. It's not hard but players are not as willing to sign. We got lucky because as soon as we got there we saw coach Rex Ryan. If we would've arrived a couple minutes later we would've missed him. At the end the other guy we got was rookie wideout Stephen Hill. I should've had the fullback Conner. I saw him sign down by one end. He signed for maybe 5 people and when I approached him he was picking up a bag he put down and didn't feel like signing for me. sleep.gif Sanchez came out and signed a few and Mangold ignored the few people that tried for him.

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Part 2. I went to the Mets/Nationals game yesterday. I got there a little earlier than usual. Didn't do as well as my other times at Citi. A few more players declined to sign compared to other times I tried. I got:

Coach Ricky Bones 1/1
Fred Lewis 1/2
Jason Bay added to the team ball
Kurt Suzuki 2/2
Bobby Parnell 1/1
Dillon Gee 1/1 (Looks like he recently changed his sig. Looks great, usually just a D and G)
Broadcaster Ron Darling 1/1

Then inside I got Mark DeRosa on 2 cards. If you noticed on the 2nd card, I asked him to put 'Go BC'. He actually went to my high school, only MLB player that went there, I think.

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I got 10 autos, which is good but not compared to my other 3 times at Citi so far. At least I'm averaging double-digits. I was hoping I could get Matt Harvey this time but he didn't sign. I heard he was a good signer the first couple weeks but then he found out his stuff was going on eBay. Hate it when the dealers ruin things for everyone. Also probably missed a few of the call ups because we couldn't recognize most of them. Also I got a ball during BP last night. Ricocheted off a few hands and it landed in my arms. I didn't like the logos were all smudged but it was a Shea Stadium Final Season ball from 2008. I might upload a pic of it later. So next for me I think I'll be going for the Rays on Friday. Thanks for reading.

Posted by: redwing40 Sep 11 2012, 08:05 PM

Cool stuff Jason, I used to go to the Red Wings games early to hopefully get a IP auto, but its so hard to get one from one of the players! Congrats!

Posted by: otis0220 Sep 15 2012, 12:13 PM

Thanks Paul. I can sort of imagine that.

Yesterday I went into the city for the Rays. I was expecting a great day, especially since I got 17 last time with them. Well the first couple hours were awful, thankfully things improved at the end. Also I didn't realize David Price was also starting that night so it seemed like I wouldn't have a chance to get him.

Broadcaster Brian Anderson 1/1
Fernando Rodney 1/1
Kyle Farnsworth 2/2
Coach Dave Martinez 2/2
Coach Tom Foley 1/1
Matt Moore 1/1
Matt Joyce 1/2

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Brian Anderson is the man. He's up there as one of my favorites. Price, Longoria, Upton, Pena, Maddon were just a few of the ones that didn't sign. Some others signed too but had nothing for them unfortunately. I'll have to see what's up for next week. Could be a pretty busy week. Also might do the Giants/Bucs tomorrow, will have to see. Thanks for reading.

Posted by: otis0220 Sep 16 2012, 06:34 PM

Decided to try for after the Giants/Bucs game. It's very tough to get opponents, unless the people waiting actually know someone personally. I did get a picture with former Bucs QB Brad Johnson, he's not associated with the team, just happened to be there. After that I thought I might as well go for the Giants. I ended up getting 2.

Hakeem Nicks 1/1
Sean Locklear 1/1

Missed few players like Antrel Rolle and Pierre-Paul.

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Posted by: otis0220 Sep 20 2012, 10:01 PM

Well I made the right choice (a great one) to skip going to NYC today and went with my friend to see former Giant Ottis Anderson at a bar few hours ago. Got him on 2 cards and a simple 4x6.

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On the 4x6 I asked him to put "To the other Otis...SB 25 MVP (Put champs)...and The U! (Miami). He misunderstood and underlined 'U' instead of an exclamation point. Oh well, got couple nice pics with him. Even one with one of his SB rings. Tomorrow I'll be doing the Athletics and then going to the Marlins/Mets game. Thanks for reading.

Posted by: osufan2383 Sep 21 2012, 01:03 PM

very nice meet. Did he take photo ops

Posted by: otis0220 Sep 22 2012, 12:54 PM

Thanks, yes he did.

Well I had one of my long days yesterday. Hit up the Athletics and then after that went to see the Marlins/Mets game. I would've liked to have tried the Marlins but would've been pointless. I printed out photos for Cespedes, Reddick and a little 4x6 for some decent young A's that I had nothing for. Some of their young players have been putting up impressive numbers. So here's how I did:

Daric Barton 2/2
Tommy Milone on A's 4x6
Jonny Gomes 2/2
Seth Smith 1/1
A.J. Griffin on A's 4x6
Pat Neshek 2/2
Brett Anderson 1/1
Josh Reddick 8x10
Josh Donaldson on A's 4x6
Yoenis Cespedes 8x10
Jarrod Parker on A's 4x6

I wasn't planning on getting Donaldson on the 4x6 but no one could figure out who it was thought why not take one for the team. Missed Blevins (too early) and Colin Cowgill. Probably missed a couple others too, maybe Sogard? I had nothing for Travis Blackley, Ryan Cook, Tyson Ross, Derek Norris and Ray Fosse. Chili Davis, Chris Carter, Stephen Drew, Moss, Pennington, Weeks and Crisp didn't sign. Didn't expect that many not to sign. I also forgot to bring my Cuban flag 8x10 for Cespedes and my 8x10 for the Marlins this season. At the game, I only got 1 Marlin, Heath Bell. It wasn't even me who got him, someone else got him for me. Couple others signed but I had nothing; Tom Koehler and Ryan Webb, maybe another.

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Next week I'm trying to do the Pirates on Monday and then goto the final home game Thursday. Thanks for reading.

Posted by: otis0220 Sep 24 2012, 06:34 PM

I had a pretty good day doing Pittsburgh today. Also a couple surprises were in store for me. The only real downside was missing Andrew McCutchen by like 30 minutes.

Clint Barmes 2/2
Broadcaster John Wehner 1/1
Alex Presley 1/1
Coach Ray Searage 2/2
Joel Hanrahan 4x6
Jeff Locke 1/1
Chad Qualls 1/1
Kevin Correia 2/2
Gaby Sanchez on Cuban flag 8x10 and '12 Marlins 8x10 (what a useless project it turned out to be this year...)
A.J. Burnett on Marlins mini helmet
Garrett Jones 1/1
Broadcaster Bob Walk 2/2

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Like I said before, McCutchen left 30 minutes before I got there. Just about everyone signed. Missed guys like Rick van den Hurk, Jeff Clement, Neil Walker and Chase d'Arnaud because we couldn't spot them. Also missed Rod Barajas while getting Burnett and just wasn't aware the guy next to him was Barajas. Only guys not to sign were James McDonald (someone thought he was Starling Marte), ...Marte and Takahashi.

Also while we were graphing, a couple business guy types were walking past us. I overheard one of them saying 'Oh are those autograph hounds?' And the other said 'Yep, they are the scum of the earth.' Couple seconds later I yelled out 'Scum of the earth huh?' and he didn't turn around. I was very close to following them and setting him straight but didn't wanna miss out on a player coming or going. I know it may not seem like a big deal but I'm not going to let anyone in the future get away with saying something like that. Autograph collectors all have different backgrounds, you see all kinds of people. A couple can indeed live up to 'scum of the earth' but it casts a bad light on everyone else. It's a hobby. Saying something like that is just pure ignorance.

Let's go back on track, while there we also saw a boxer. It was Austin Trout, had his belt too. I got a picture with him. On the way back to Port Authority, I spotted Eric LeGrand and also got a picture with him. I was really glad I happened to see him, I really admire him. So up next I'm aiming to goto the Mets home finale Thursday. Thanks for reading.

Posted by: otis0220 Sep 27 2012, 07:42 PM

I went to the final Mets home game of 2012 this afternoon. I was expecting one of my bigger days for autographs, but I was wrong for today. To start off, we had limited access because of an incident back on Friday. Apparently some punk was talking crap to one of the players for not signing. I don't even freakin remember who it was anymore, but it was Josh Thole or Ike Davis. I guess that prompted these new measures, heard it was impossible on Monday. Just ridiculous. It wasn't too bad today, just a barricade further back. This morning I got:

Josh Edgin in yearbook (Also acquired a signed card on the spot for $1. Hey, why not?)
Jenrry Mejia on team ball
Fred Lewis card
Chris Young 2 cards
Scott Hairston in yearbook
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Collin McHugh on team ball
Ramon Ramirez in yearbook
-After-
Justin Turner on team ball (FINALLY!)

No pics at least for now. Camera issues. Barely any Mets signed inside, Pirates too. Very poor for a final home game. Dickey had a great game. He did allow 3 runs but struck out 13. After the game, there was a big crowd like last year and it was almost impossible for them to sign. Some of us got lucky and went after Turner when he left for a second. I didn't expect anything, just wanted to stay until Dickey came out. Thanks for reading.

Posted by: osufan2383 Oct 2 2012, 02:57 PM

very nice job on the Mets meets

Posted by: otis0220 Oct 14 2012, 08:52 PM

Thank you. Wasn't really my day but I did alright under the circumstances.

Now today was great. I did the Jets after their game this afternoon. As you may remember, Week 1 I got there a bit late with my friend and only got 2 autos. This time I was on time and did almost 10 times better than last time. All my autos I added to my team photo.

Garrett McIntyre, Isaiah Trufant, Ellis Lankster, Dustin Keller, Jeremy Kerley, Yeremiah Bell, Demario Davis, Jason Smith, Austin Howard, Matt Slauson, Robert Malone, Daniel Muir, Chaz Schilens, Nick Folk and Konrad Reuland. The final 2 I got were Nick Mangold and Tim Tebow! There's also 2 guys I got I can't identify at the moment. Also got to see Vladimir Ducasse, who apparently is the toughest scrub to get in history. Never heard of the guy but whatever.

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If anyone is curious, the 2 unidentified autos are on the bottom right and to the left of #35 on the top if anyone actually can figure it out. So today turned out to be special for me, my 19 autos are a football high for me. First time I got Tebow too so that's cool. The Tebow is at the bottom above the #84. Basketball is back, might do some preseason graphing for the Celtics Thursday. Hopefully I start off the season nicely. Thanks for reading.

Posted by: otis0220 Oct 18 2012, 09:28 PM

Well I did my first basketball of the season today. Hit up the Celtics. Been unsure about going hours before but finally decided to at the last minute. Things went alright.

Brandon Bass 2/2
Fab Melo on Syracuse 8x10 from last season
Coach Tyronn Lue 2/2
Jared Sullinger 4x6
Jeff Green 2/2
Coach Rivers 1/1
Darko Milicic 1/2
Jason Terry 4x6

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Fab is on the upper right. Pierce, Rondo and Garnett didn't sign. Don't think we saw Courtney Lee or Kris Joseph. Hoped I'd get a pic with Jason Collins but that's not his thing. He goes far back with the Nets so would've been nice, I have good memories of him signing autographs after every home game. Up next...well other than football, my next basketball venture will be 2-3 weeks. Thanks for reading.

Posted by: otis0220 Nov 24 2012, 12:31 PM

Hope everyone had a nice Thanksgiving. Well I have an autograph update. Can't believe it's Been a month since I graphed. I did the Clippers yesterday, could've been better.

Ryan Hollins 1/1
Willie Green 1/2
Caron Butler 1/2
Jamal Crawford 8x10
Lamar Odom 1/1
Matt Barnes 2/2

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Billups and Grant Hill didn't sign leaving, Bledsoe, Turiaf and Jordan didn't sign. Just missed Blake and Paul only signed one. Missed Thompkins who left with Blake. Looks like I'll have to go back unfortunately... Up next for me, gonna try to do the Jets and Thunder to start off December. Thanks for reading.

Posted by: otis0220 Dec 2 2012, 08:04 PM

I went with my friend after the Jets/Cardinals game this afternoon for the Jets. Got there a little late because it's a pain finding a spot to park. I only got 2 but I was very satisfied with them. Some others signed but didn't need them.

I added Bart Scott and Greg McElroy to the Jets 8x10. Scott is the upper right and McElroy is under Rex Ryan in gold. Should've seen the crowd for Greg. Fans love him after coming in for Sanchez, he was great. It was cool to be there.

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I wasn't able to get D'Brickashaw and Mangold didn't sign. Tebow signed something for a little kid. For this week I'll try to do the Thunder in a couple days and maybe again later in the week. Thanks for reading.

Posted by: otis0220 Dec 5 2012, 04:08 PM

Yesterday I did the Thunder and then after I had a chance to get R.A. Dickey, he was on Jon Stewart.

Shootaround:

Reggie Jackson 1/1
Asst Coach Mark Bryant 2/2
Nick Collison 1/2
Durant 8x10
Asst Coach Maurice Cheeks 2/2

Missed Kevin Martin (Had trouble getting marker, didn't bother calling back for him, figured I'd just get him later) and DeAndre Liggins. Westbrook, Thabo Sefolosha, Kendrick Perkins, Thabeet didn't sign.

Part 2:

Thabeet 1/2
Ibaka 1/1

Durant didn't this time. Martin said he would later.

Later:

Westbrook 8x10

Was horrible, only Martin and Westbrook signed. Wasn't able to get Martin and then when he walks away I try getting his attention and he says 'I got you already!' and I try to say he didn't. That sh!t really irritates me. Haven't been that mad about a guy I was supposed to get (twice) in a while. After that I get over to Jon Stewart's and hope that I can finally get R.A. Dickey! About an hour later...I finally added Dickey to my Mets 8x10 from 2011. Thought about also bringing my 2012 team ball but wasn't sure I'd get him twice.

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Next up could be the Warriors on Friday. Thanks for reading.

Posted by: otis0220 Dec 14 2012, 01:21 PM

Had one of my busy days yesterday. Here's what was going on:

LA Lakers
Jamie Foxx on Letterman
John Cena on Fallon

Shootaround:

Asst coach Darvin Ham 1/1
Chris Duhon 1/2
Antawn Jamison 8x10
Jordan Hill 2/2

Part 2:

Asst coach Bernie Bickerstaff 1/1
Gasol 1/2

Missed Jamison, Jodie Meeks, some others.

After I grabbed something to eat and headed to Letterman. Jamie Foxx didn't end up signing. Also heard he didn't sign when leaving. I went back for the Lakers for the last time.

Jodie Meeks 2/2
Gasol 1/1
Howard 1/1

Missed Earl Clark, couldn't tell it was him. Also missed Jamison, too bad I couldn't add him to my UNC 8x10 too. Kobe and Nash never signed all day. It was ridiculous for gametime. Under 10 collectors there but I would say 75-100 random people off the street were there. Each one finds out the Lakers are there and boom.

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Afterwards I check out Fallon for John Cena. Was told he didn't sign coming in. He was mobbed on his way out. Didn't sign. Oh well. Next up for me should be the Cavs tomorrow. Thanks for reading.

Posted by: otis0220 Dec 16 2012, 01:51 PM

I did the Cavaliers yesterday, did pretty well. Only problem was I got there early for nothing. Went early for shootaround but forgot to look at Cavs schedule. I was able to get someone though.

Morning:

Broadcaster Austin Carr 2/2 (Very nice guy)

Also had a picture with him later in the day. Me and this kid also spotted Terry Crews! He got a pic with him but I wasn't able to.

Gametime:

Tyler Zeller on UNC 8x10
Varejao 2/2
Tristan Thompson 1/1
Omri Casspi 1/2
Dion Waiters on Syracuse 11/12 8x10
Luke Walton 1/2
Alonzo Gee 1/1
Irving 8x10

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Daniel Gibson and Byron Scott were the only ones not to sign. Missed coach Paul Pressey and Jeremy Pargo. No one recognized C.J. Miles either. I'll have to see if I do anything this week. Thanks for reading.

Posted by: otis0220 Dec 23 2012, 11:49 PM

I could've had a busier day today but decided to stick with one thing. I had planned for at least a month doing the Sixers and T'Wolves in the morning/afternoon. Then a week ago I found out the Jets game (home finale) was moving from 8:20 pm to 1. I considered doing the Wolves and then catching the bus back to Jersey asap to MetLife for postgame. Thing is time would be VERY tight. Could make it on time, could be a half hour late. Then there was a chance I could even go to the game. That fell through, then in the morning I found out Kevin Love wasn't even going to travel because of an injury. I didn't feel too bad about not going to NY. So it was just the Jets now. Here's how I did:

Jeremy Kerley 1/1
Antonio Allen on team 8x10
Kenrick Ellis on team 8x10
Hayden Smith on team 8x10
Clyde Gates on team 8x10
Braylon Edwards 2/3
Greg McElroy 1/1

Missed Kyle Wilson, Bryan Thomas, Mike DeVito and couple others. Santonio Holmes, Joe McKnight, Brandon Moore and Nick Mangold wouldn't sign for me.

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Ellis is #93, near bottom-right. On the close-up, Gates is #19, Smith is #82 and Allen is #39. Still 2 autos I can't figure out. Bottom-right one and the other is to the bottom-right of the logo. Don't know if I'll be doing anything this week but the following week could be doing a few things. Thanks for reading and I wish to all of you a happy holiday.

Posted by: otis0220 Jan 5 2013, 09:48 PM

I wouldn't be busy like I thought this week, only one thing. I did the Sacramento Kings early this evening. Did alright, here's how I did:

James Johnson 1/1 (Could've gotten him again later but didn't really try)
Asst coach Bobby Jackson 2/2
Broadcaster Jerry Reynolds 1/1 (Awesome guy)
Francisco Garcia 1/1
Travis Outlaw 1/2
Jimmer Fredette 8x10
Isaiah Thomas blank 4x6
Marcus Thornton 1/2
Coach Keith Smart 1/1
Jason Thompson 2/2

Should've gotten Chuck Hayes earlier, don't recall seeing him again later. Tyreke signed for some people. Cousins, Coach Alex English, Thomas Robinson, John Salmons and Aaron Brooks didn't sign.

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Monday might do the Celtics and Michael Strahan and Betty White are in the city. Friday also want to try to do the Bulls and Suns. Thanks for reading.

Posted by: otis0220 Jan 12 2013, 02:45 PM

Did the Bulls and Suns yesterday; Bulls earlier and Suns early evening. Before I start here's the Isaiah Thomas blank 4x6 I got signed a week ago.

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Yesterday started off badly, Bulls left early but didn't miss anything, they are horrible. Decided to wait for when they return.

Coach Thibodeau 1/1
Jimmy Butler 1/1
Joakim Noah 1/2

Boozer looked like he'd sign for me but then kept on going. Probably thought he signed for me earlier. Deng signed for one. Later on went for the Suns. That really ended up making the day great. So great ended up being one of my best days graphing quantity-wise.

Shannon Brown 1/2
Coach Sean Rooks 1/2 (In a rush, I was lucky I even recognized him)
Thunder Dan Majerle on 4x6 on a card (got a pic with also)
Broadcaster Tim Kempton on Hornets Inaugural 8x10
Goran Dragic 2/2
Jared Dudley 2/2
Wesley Johnson 2/2
Luis Scola 1/1
Markieff Morris 1/1
Coach Alvin Gentry 1/1
Michael Beasley 2/2
Jermaine O'Neal on a 5x7 card
Sebastian Telfair 2/2

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Marcin Gortat was the only one not to sign. Missed Ralph Sampson and P.J. Tucker and didn't see Kendall Marshall.

Next week have to see if I hit up anything, thanks for reading.

Posted by: otis0220 Jan 30 2013, 10:49 PM

Been a couple weeks but I was back at it. Did the Heat/Magic today. What could've been a shorter day ended up being a long day. It was actually almost like last time when I did the Bulls/Suns. Started out bad, but finished off nicely.

Showed up a little late for the Heat in the morning, was my fault. But I didn't miss a whole lot. When they returned:

Rashard Lewis 1/2
Coach Keith Askins 2/2
Coach Bob McAdoo on UNC 8x10 (Was fortunate he came back out)

Heard it was dreadful gametime, only Mike Miller and Chris Andersen signed. Glad I decided to do the Magic later and not go home on that note. Turns out I was the only person there for the Magic. I did pretty fine though.

Bunch of the young players were the first to leave. One of them could've been Moe Harkless, only player I really missed.

Nikola Vucevic 1/1
Jameer Nelson 2/2
Coach Jacque Vaughn 2/2
Broadcaster Matt Guokas 2/2
Arron Afflalo 2/2
Hedo Turkoglu 2/2
Josh McRoberts 1/1

Missed coach Laron Profit. Glen Davis and JJ Redick didn't sign.

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After this I went over to Fallon, Mike Tyson was one of the guests. Wasn't able to get him but got close. Tomorrow could be a busy day. Might do the Penguins in the city and then might go with my friend to graph after the Devils/Islanders game here. Thanks for reading.

Posted by: otis0220 Jan 31 2013, 06:56 PM

Today I went for Al Pacino and the Pittsburgh Penguins.

Pacino was on Letterman today. He didn't sign coming in unfortunately, around 30 people there. Went over to do the Penguins. Today was a quality over quantity kind of day.

Tomas Vokoun 8x10
Sidney Crosby 8x10

There were a few more players I could've gotten but I wasn't agressive in trying to get them, following to the bus etc. Marc-Andre Fleury and this guy Engellend was the only others ones to actually sign. Malkin wouldn't sign.

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I returned to Letterman, Pacino had left 15 minutes earlier. Signed a few, his autograph is just an A...I only got 2 autos but very happy with what I got! Have to see if I do anything next week. Maybe the Pistons, maybe some hockey. Thanks for reading.

Posted by: otis0220 Feb 5 2013, 04:04 PM

Last night I did the Pistons. Very cold but did very good. Actually got done all the photos I brought.

Jose Calderon 2/2
Coach Lawrence Frank on a 4x6 of the two of us and a card
Greg Monroe 2/2
Asst coach Roy Rogers on 4x6 of the two of us
Kyle Singler 4x6
Jonas Jerebko 2/2
Brandon Knight 8x10 (Finally signed)
Charlie Villanueva 8x10
Joe Dumars 8x10
Rodney Stuckey 2/2
Broadcaster Rick Mahorn 1/1

I would've gotten Mahorn on 2 cards but it was SO cold that I was having trouble just trying to get 1 card out and he was waiting for me for a few seconds haha. Lawrence was funny when he saw the pic of us from last year. He was like "Aww I don't look good in any pics." I've always liked that about Lawrence, just like a regular guy. Nice seeing Roy too. But I'm not crazy about the Pistons security guy, don't remember him last year. Almost ruined autos for us after a couple went up the street for Joe Dumars. Never seen a guard complain about that...At least Joe signed before getting on the bus. But he had Corey Maggette not sign for us just cuz a couple people weren't standing EXACTLY where he wanted. I was a little annoyed by that, wasn't necessary at all. At least that was the final guy...

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If anyone's curious, I asked Jerebko a question about the Super Bowl. Pistons played the Lakers 1pm Sunday unfortunately, 1 of 3 games that afternoon. They actually arrived at their hotel by halftime and caught it together. At least they watched the good part of the game! Have to see if I do anything coming up. Devils and Rangers have games Thurs and some stuff Sunday too. Thanks for reading.

Posted by: Gadsden86 Feb 9 2013, 07:06 PM

Great stuff man.
How do you get the item signed then print the pic w/o it printing over the auto

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Great stuff man.
How do you get the item signed then print the pic w/o it printing over the auto
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Thanks. That's just naturally how it happens. Just put the signed photo paper in and there it is. You wouldn't even tell the difference. Some players may decline to sign blanks though.

Posted by: otis0220 Feb 13 2013, 08:55 PM

Graphed the Nuggets this evening, had another nice outing. Would've been nice to do the Raptors too but they were elsewhere.

Kenneth Faried 1/1
Wilson Chandler 2/2
Timofey Mozgov 2/2
Anthony Randolph 1/2
JaVale McGee 8x10
Jordan Hamilton 1/1
Evan Fournier 1/1
Kosta Koufos 2/2
Iguodala 8x10
Corey Brewer 2/2
Ty Lawson on UNC 8x10 and card
Coach George Karl 8x10
Andre Miller 2/2

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You guys can also see the Bob McAdoo on the UNC photo I got a couple weeks ago, I had trouble getting that pic to show then. So a very good day. Glad I got that Iguodala done, and right. Got it signed over 2 years ago but he signed it poorly in black. I removed it a few months ago and now it's good. For today, my only mistake was forgetting to get George Karl on my Tar Heel 8x10 also. Also might have missed Quincy Miller or Julyan Stone in the beginning. Never saw Gallinari. Have to see what I do next. Thanks for reading.

Posted by: otis0220 Feb 18 2013, 07:33 PM

Did the Devils and Senators after the game this afternoon with my friend. Best hockey graphing day quantity-wise for me so far.

First did the Senators:

Peter Regin 1/1
Craig Anderson 2/2
Ben Bishop 1/1
Chris Phillips 2/2
Sergei Gonchar 2/2
Chris Neil 1/2

Then checked out the Devils:

Andy Greene on '13 8x10 and card
Henrik Tallinder on '11/12 and '13 8x10
Adam Henrique on '13 8x10
Johan Hedberg on '11/12 and '13 8x10
Anton Volchenkov on '13 8x10

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I was close to getting Daniel Alfredsson twice. Coach Paul MacLean actually didn't sign, one of very few people I could recognize haha. Bunch of other players signed, many I didn't need. Chris Neil had quite a game, 24 PIM. Helping one of my fantasy teams a bit there. Very pleased with today, able to get a couple guys I couldn't get last season. Might do the Bucks in the city tomorrow. Might do a few things in the city next week too. Thanks for reading.

Posted by: otis0220 Feb 25 2013, 02:21 PM

I went with my friend to do the Winnipeg Jets and Devils last night. Had another good day.

Olli Jokinen on 4x6 and card
Mark Stuart 1/1
Evander Kane on photo paper
Bryan Little 2/2
Byfuglien 2/2
Nik Antropov 2/2
Ondrej Pavelec 2/2
Asst Coach Charlie Huddy 1/1 (Props to me for spotting him lol)

Devils side:

Andy Greene 1/1
David Clarkson on '13 8x10

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Andrew Ladd was the only Jet to ignore everyone. Also missed a couple guys because I oculdn't find out who they were; like Burmistrov, Paul Postma and Jim Slater. Coming up, trying to do the Warriors on Weds and the Mavs Friday. Thanks for reading.

Posted by: otis0220 Mar 1 2013, 09:23 PM

Well today was one of my worst basketball days of the season, but it's hard to believe. At least I hit double-digits. Let's take a look at my goals for today:

Vince Carter on 8x10 and Nets 08/09 team 8x10
Anthony Morrow on Nets 8x10 last season
Brandon Wright on UNC 8x10
Derek Harper
O.J. Mayo

If I went for morning shootaround I could've had a shot for Vince and maybe got everything else done. 8 people were there in the morning and 12-15 when I was there. Mainly why I did poorly.

Brandan Wright on a card and the UNC 8x10
Broadcaster Derek Harper 8x10 (Was amused when I told him Rolando Blackman was responsible for him not making any All-Star teams)
Rodrigue Beaubois 2/2 (Yikes on the gold, need to start using a new one)
Mike James 2/2
Elton Brand 2/2
Coach Rick Carlisle 1/1

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If anyone is wondering about what's underneath Derek Harper's signature, I think I know. At first maybe he thought I had another photo beneath it to sign. After all, he just finished signing 9 cards for the guy next to me lol. Maybe he started to sign and then noticed his mistake and stopped? I'll remove that part later then. So anyways, I started to have an idea of how today would go when I couldn't even get Brad Davis and Darrell Armstrong! Darren Collison, Dominique Jones, Kaman, Marion, Morrow, Carter and Dirk didn't sign. Even most of the younger players ignored us. For next week I want to do the Thunder. Heat have a Sunday afternoon game but I'm not even going to bother. Thanks for reading.

Posted by: otis0220 Mar 6 2013, 12:44 PM

Ok guys last night I did the Tampa Bay Lightning last minute, rushed to get my stuff together. I was trying to look up images for Stamkos, Lecavalier and St. Louis and was trying to print one for Stamkos but was having problems so I had to rely on blanks. I couldn't find any vertical images I liked compared to horizontal, so that was a problem. Also wasn't sure if I'd see Steve Yzerman or Phil Esposito so that had me stressing about what item etc. Anyway, here's how I did:

Ryan Malone 2/2
Coach Steve Thomas 2/2
Tom Pyatt 1/1
Teddy Purcell 2/2
Keith Aulie 1/1
Cedrick Desjardins 2/2
Lecavalier 1/1
Anders Lindback 2/2

Off to the Devils side:

Added Ryan Carter and Alexei Ponikarovsky to this season's 8x10
David Clarkson 1/1

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I missed Marc-Andre Bergeron, Mathieu Garon, Victor Hedman and Sami Salo from having difficulty finding out who they were and from too much going on. Eric Brewer didn't sign. Stamkos came out and signed a bit. Unfortunately I wasn't directly in the front so it was harder to get my blank signed how I wanted so I couldn't get it. Lecavalier came out and same thing. I decided to just get a card out instead. Same thing for Martin St. Louis. And then I realized I forget to bring a card for him lol. For the Devils I was late for a couple guys like Stephen Gionta. Next time I need to print something for Adam Henrique. As for what's next, I'm not sure. Tomorrow the Thunder have a game and the Sabres play the Devils. But we have a storm coming tonight and tomorrow. Rain, snow and wind. Oklahoma City is really up in the air. Just have to keep an eye on the forecast. Right now says 40-60% chance of rain and snow for morning shootaround and 60-70% for gametime. If there's light snow, I wouldn't mind. But it'll be pretty windy too so we'll have to see...Thanks for reading as always.

Posted by: otis0220 Mar 11 2013, 11:00 AM

Ok guys graphed after the Jets/Devils game last night. Surprisingly did better than last time (by 1). Here's how I did:

Paul Postma 1/1
Chris Thorburn 1/1
Olli Jokinen 2/2
Blake Wheeler 1/1
Ondrej Pavelec 2/2
Byfuglien on 4x6 Cup shot (Had a card next to it too, maybe didn't see it. Oh well, got him 2/2 2 weeks ago)
Nik Antropov 1/1

Off to the Devils:

Peter Harrold on last season and this season's team 8x10s
Adam Henrique 8x10
Stephen Gionta on 2013 team 8x10
Krystofer Barch on 2013 team 8x10 and card
Tom Kostopoulos on 2013 team 8x10 (This guy's new. Talked with some women about him when he started signing. Asked them what his name was again because I easily could've accidentally called him Jesse... laugh.gif)

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Asked Henrique to put Game 7 OT winner, that's the shot when he scored the GW goal last season in the Conf finals to advance to the Cup. Love it. Couldn't get Evander Kane, if I was in a better spot earlier I could've. Considered printing a pic for him since I still haven't been able to get an image I like for the blank I got signed last time. Missed Zach Bogosian, Al Montoya and Kyle Wellwood. Maybe Jim Slater too. For this week, trying to do Hornets tomorrow. Supposed to rain tomorrow so we'll see. Saturday might do Devils/Canadiens and the Atlanta Hawks are in the city Sunday so that's a possibility. Thanks for reading.

Posted by: otis0220 Mar 20 2013, 02:41 PM

Ended up graphing the Devils/Rangers last night. Kinda sucked.

Derek Stepan 1/2
Taylor Pyatt 1/1
Brad Richards 1/2
Anton Stralman 1/1

Devils:

Added Andrei Loktionov to this season's 8x10
Krys Barch 1/1

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Loktionov is #21, next to Henrique. Didn't see all the Rangers, some went out the other way. Missed Ryan McDonagh. Roman Hamrlik didn't sign. Gaborik and Lundqvist didn't sign for me. Absolutely should've had Lundqvist! Saturday I might do the Raptors and then the Panthers/Devils postgame. Also Sunday the Capitals are in the city so who knows. Thanks for reading. And Happy March Madness!

Posted by: otis0220 Mar 24 2013, 11:18 AM

Yesterday I hit up some basketball and hockey. First was the Raptors in the city. There were over 10 people there. Didn't expect that much.

Terrence Ross 8x10 (Didn't put 2013 Slam Dunk Champ like I was hoping)
DeMar DeRozan 8x10
Jonas Valanciunas 4x6
Asst coach Johnny Davis 2/2
Sebastian Telfair 1/2
Linas Kleiza 1/2 (Funny story)
Kyle Lowry 1/2
Coach Dwane Casey 1/1
Landry Fields 1/1
Amir Johnson 2/2

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Rudy Gay and Andrea Bargnani didn't travel. Alan Anderson barely caught one of the buses so he couldn't sign unfortunately, was looking forward to getting to him. I asked him about the Michigan State game (his school) and told me they won no problem. Mickael Pietrus and Aaron Gray didn't sign. When Kleiza first came out, he said that the line was too long. Then he got off the bus, signed for a kid, signed for me and then went off somewhere. Later when he boarded the bus and people tried again, he said "My signature isn't worth ######." Everyone was dying. At least I finally got him lol.

I eventually got home and had a couple hours until part 2 of the day. Florida Panthers/Devils postgame. I predicted there would be the fewest people I've ever seen, no more than 20. Close, a little over.

Scott Clemmensen 1/1
Jacob Markstrom 2/2
Jack Skille 1/1
Jonathan Huberdeau 4x6
Brian Campbell 8x10

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It's not a good time to do them, a lot of the better known players are on IR. I was also looking forward to maybe getting Alex Kovalev and turns out he retired a few days ago...lol. Hasn't been with the team the past month anyway. Only player I know I missed was Peter Mueller, that was it...Didn't recognize any of the coaches, would've liked a pic with some of the Panthers from the early days. Definitely would've recognized Bill Lindsay. Didn't see Craig Ramsay either. Went over to the Devils side and got nothing this time. I'm glad I got Huberdeau and Campbell at least. Up next for me, looking to do Grizzlies on Weds and the Bobcats Friday. Thanks for reading.

Posted by: otis0220 Mar 27 2013, 08:23 PM

I did the Grizzlies today, had a very good session. Only like 6 people there, mostly kids.

Asst coach Henry Bibby 2/2
Marc Gasol 2/2 (Wasn't sure if he'd travel)
Ed Davis on UNC 8x10 and card (Signed 8x10 sideways, didn't really hold it for him right)
Quincy Pondexter 2/2
Mike Conley 2/2
Austin Daye 1/1
Tayshaun Prince 8x10 (Did like a double-take and then came over)
Tony Allen 1/2
Jerryd Bayless 1/2 (Barely)
Broadcaster Brevin Knight 2/2 (Very nice guy)
Coach Lionel Hollins 1/1
Zach Randolph 8x10

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When Zach was signing, near the end he grabbed one of the kid's sharpies, signed my photo instead and boarded the bus. Just would've liked him to have used my bolder one but at least I got him. I thought with the crowd today, there was a chance Tayshaun would sign. Jon Leuer said he'd sign when he comes back but he didn't. It's funny that he's been tough to get lol. Mike Conley was signing when Dexter Pittman and Darrell Arthur came out unfortunately. I needed Arthur on a tri-card. But overall, a very good day. Friday I could be doing the Bobcats with my friend. Thanks for reading.

Posted by: otis0220 Mar 29 2013, 08:56 PM

Did the Bobcats today, did great despite not having stuff for like 5 players. I was running late but I was fine. It was only my friend and I there.

Coach Mike Dunlap 1/1
Tyrus Thomas 1/2
Asst coach Brian Winters 3/3 (Used to be on another team and never traveled so nice to finally get him)
Kidd-Gilchrist 8x10
Byron Mullens 1/1
Kemba 4x6
Reggie Williams 1/1
Gerald Henderson 4x6
Ben Gordon on blank 4x6
Scout Chris Whitney 2/2
Ramon Sessions 2/2
DeSagana Diop 1/1

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Everybody signed. Fortunate to get Gordon like this, he's the one guy I'd guess wouldn't sign. Talked to Stephen Silas for a minute about his dad and how I was never able to get him last time I saw him lol. He also talked to me a little about the Charlotte Hornets. Very nice guy. Appears Brendan Haywood didn't travel and also didn't see Dell Curry. Have to see what I do next week. Could do some basketball, some hockey, baseball starting up too. Thanks for reading.

Posted by: otis0220 Apr 2 2013, 09:26 AM

Ended up doing the Islanders/Devils postgame. Did well, and got someone I never expected I'd get. For the Islanders I had a 40th anniversary 8x10 from last year but I never got around to getting it signed.

Eric Boulton on 11/12 Devils 8x10
Frans Nielsen on 11/12 piece (I also tried getting him on a card at the end but I was not ready and he waited like 5 secs before he left lol oh well)
Okposo on 11/12 piece and card
Casey Cizikas on 11/12 piece
Mark Streit on 11/12 piece and card
Travis Hamonic on 11/12 piece
Josh Bailey on 11/12 piece and card
Matt Martin on 11/12 piece

Definitely missed a couple of guys.

On to Devils side:

Only person I missed I needed was Zubrus. But one person signed that shocked me.

Patrik Elias on 11/12 Devils piece. Went back to get him on a card. Will probably never see him sign again, who knows?

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Boulton is in the circle and Elias is in black. As for what's next, I found out Padres and Red Sox are at the same place so I might go tomorrow. Friday I could do the Marlins and then the Bucks. Saturday night might do the Maple Leafs. Good mix of stuff. Thanks for reading.

Posted by: northicehero99 Apr 2 2013, 11:40 AM

Nice collection of IP autos. Do you go to the games or just go for graphs before/after?

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Nice collection of IP autos.  Do you go to the games or just go for graphs before/after?
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Thanks Brian. This year it's just been going for autos before and after. It's hard for me to believe but I haven't even been to a basketball game this season.

Posted by: otis0220 Apr 3 2013, 07:50 PM

Ok I had a nice day graphing. Did the Red Sox and Padres. Also last night I remembered the Penguins were playing the Rangers so I brought my stuff for them too just in case. Didn't do too well with the Red Sox, got my fair share of coaches etc today.

Luke Gregerson 1/1
Saltalamacchia 1/2
Everth Cabrera 2/2
Coach Juan Nieves 1/1
Broadcaster Mark Grant 2/2
Coach Glenn Hoffman 1/1
Nick Hundley 2/2
Coach Phil Plantier 2/2
Eric Stults 1/1
David Ross 1/2
Huston Street 4x6 (forgot I had a card of him too)

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Missed Jon Lester and Jonny Gomes when I got there. Couple others I missed were Mike Carp and Will Venable. One person got Ortiz, he happened to be at the right spot alone. Some players that didn't sign: Andrew Cashner, Ellsbury, Dempster, Kotsay, Lackey, Andrew Miller, Dave Roberts, Victorino. Didn't see Pedroia. Went over to do Penguins afterwards. Got one of the good ones.

Brenden Morrow 2/2
Broadcaster Phil Bourque 2/2
Tomas Vokoun 2/2
Jarome Iginla 8x10
Douglas Murray 1/1

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Couldn't get Pascal Dupuis, James Neal, Fleury. Was one person away from getting Malkin at the end. Couple others didn't sign. Worthwhile day for me. At least I was able to walk away with one star. And I'm glad I got a Shark, I figured I would be able to spot Douglas Murray. Hope I can get a pic with him if I do the Penguins here in a few weeks. Up next could be the Marlins and Bucks Friday and then the Maple Leafs Saturday night. Don't get many "busy" graphing weeks like this. Thanks for reading.

Posted by: otis0220 Apr 6 2013, 12:50 PM

Ok so yesterday I went for the Marlins and then did the Bucks after. By certain standards, I did fine with the Marlins.

Chris Coghlan 1/2 (Didn't sign team 8x10 from last season)
Added Rob Brantly and Ryan Webb to 2012 Marlins 8x10
John Maine 2/2
Ricky Nolasco on 2012 team 8x10 and then a card

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I was a little late for a couple guys. We missed guys like Slowey and A.J. Ramos because we weren't sure about them. Chad Qualls didn't sign. Giancarlo signed for 2 that snuck inside and no one by the bus. Polanco signed for a few. After the first bus left everyone left but I stayed. While I was waiting for more Marlins, I saw a couple celebs. Apparently there was also some comedy roast for Bob Saget going on. I heard something about Gene Simmons being there. Saw him come out, decided to get a pic with him. A minute later I saw Al Roker and also got a pic with him. Sometime after, Blondie appeared too. Had no idea it was her, security told me. I didn't see anybody board the 2nd bus but I had to leave a little early because I was doing the Milwaukee Bucks next, met up with my friend there. Did alright.

Good ol' asst coach Joe Wolf 1/1
Asst coach Sidney Moncrief 1/1
Mike Dunleavy 1/2
John Henson on UNC 8x10
Asst coach Anthony Goldwire 2/2 (Barely got him, was running late)
Ersan Ilyasova on 4x6 (Forgot to get my card at home)
Monta Ellis 1/1
Luc Mbah A Moute 1/1
Samuel Dalembert on Seton Hall 8x10 and card
Drew Gooden 1/2

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Only like 4-5 people there. Jennings and Redick didn't sign of course. Joel Pryzbilla wouldn't even sign for me. Ekpe Udoh didn't sign for my friend. Missed Larry Sanders and Marquis Daniels. I know Goldwire was running late but I'm just unhappy with how he signed my cards (at least the 2nd one looked a little better), was looking forward to seeing him. Same thing with how Dalembert signed my SHU piece. Joe Wolf would've given Henson and Dalembert a hard time about how they signed if he saw lol. Pretty decent day with these 2 teams, and nice surprises with Simmons and Roker. As for what's next...might do Maple Leafs tonight. Could hit up Sixers Tuesday and maybe some hockey next week. Thanks for reading.

Posted by: edgerrin32 Apr 6 2013, 10:47 PM

WOW thats been a lot of autos in the last week or 2!! Has to be fun to wait out by the back door and chat with the players. I kinda miss that when I work for the Joliet Jackhammers (minors) baseball. Except when I meet Pete Rose and he refused to sign for me "because he didn't have time" even though his limo driver had to go get the limo. And whats really funny is downtown Joliet is a bunch of one ways, so they would have to go all the way around a couple blocks just to get to the back gate lol. It only took about 5-7 mins after the guy left before he got back, REALLY NO TIME!!! And he was rude about it. But he signed 2 balls for some kids, that asked him right after I did!!! And im not sure why or how them kids got back there?? They were about 12-14 I was 16 or 17 that year? Anyway, hope he never gets in the HOF.

Posted by: otis0220 Apr 8 2013, 06:34 PM

Nice to hear from you Jason. Yes these days lately have been the most busy for me in a while. Cool you had a chance for Pete Rose but I'm sorry about that. You hear these excuses all the time. They get into a habit of rejecting you that they get so used to it, and don't sign when they easily could. In that situation he should've signed, especially when he had to wait. I mean at the time you were 16-17, c'mon. But this is Pete Rose we're talking about. I don't blame you for feeling the way you do about him now. I experience that crap alot, changes how I feel about a few players. Out of the 4 sports, I look forward the least to doing baseball. I just don't have much fun doing it.

Posted by: otis0220 Apr 13 2013, 12:06 PM

Ok I did the Senators last night, did very well. I was hoping to do the Bruins Weds night and maybe get Jaromir Jagr. Unfortunately there was a chance of rain during that time. I found out from some of the guys there that it was pouring and stuff (I'm surprised it was actually pouring). Very few guys did sign. Tyler Seguin did...and Jagr did too....I heard security was great, equipped with umbrellas to protect everyone. I would not have liked to risk the rain (esp with things getting wet and damaged) but turns out it worked well for those wanting Jagr, signed for everyone. Hope I have another chance for Jagr in the postseason perhaps. Anyway, let me get back to last night. It was another night where showers were a possibility. The mist ended by the time we got there. A brief mist returned late while graphing the Devils.

Chris Neil 1/1
Sergei Gonchar 2/2 4x6 and card
Marc Methot 1/1
Coach Paul MacLean 2/2 (Glad he signed this time)
Robin Lehner 2/2
Colin Greening 1/1
Daniel Alfredsson 8x10
Milan Michalek 2/2

Devils:

Henrik Tallinder 1/1

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Missed Jim O'Brien, Latendresse, Patrick Wiercioch and Craig Anderson. Didn't see coach Rick Wamsley. Only a few Devils signed, Tallinder was the one that isn't a regular signer. Unfortunately there was a mist of rain while I was waiting for him (You might get a sense of that in the pic). Didn't cover my card and my sharpie was uncapped for a minute or 2. Pretty good night though. Very happy I got Mr. Senator this time around. Might do a couple things next week. D'Backs and Atlanta Hawks are on Weds and then Devils/Panthers Saturday afternoon. Might even do the Mets Friday. Thanks for reading.

Posted by: otis0220 Apr 17 2013, 09:23 PM

Had a 2-part day. I actually expected getting like 30 autos today. I went after the Diamondbacks today and then after that I wanted to do the Hawks. There was a chance the Pistons were at the same place too, but turns out they weren't. Today could've been better, thank God I got couple sweet ones. I would've liked to have gone yesterday (where practically everyone except Goldschmidt signed) but I wanted to do the Hawks too.

Brad Ziegler 1/2
Heath Bell 1/1 (Forgot about my 2012 Marlins team item, one of many things I forgot today...)
Goldschmidt on 4x6
Miguel Montero 1/2
Coach Matt Williams on SF mini helmet (This really saved me)
Trevor Cahill 2/2
Cody Ross 1/2
Ian Kennedy 2/2
Brandon McCarthy 1/2
Broadcaster Bob Brenly 1/1

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Have to come back in July to get a lot of these guys, especially those coaches. Now on to the Hawks. First let me tell you guys about graphing the Hawks' hotel. Now I already knew the team was mostly 1-per. Today I was able to get coach Bob Weiss on 2 cards so I thought things were improving. But when I tried to get Horford on 2 cards, the guard didn't let that happen. Their head security guard made some rules early this season. Now he gives players a black sharpie to sign with and doesn't even let you take pics with them...ridiculous. He probably doesn't allow them to sign blanks either, I didn't try. I hate this crap, unnecessary.

Broadcaster Dominique Wilkins 1/1
John Jenkins 1/1
Coach Bob Weiss 2/2
Al Horford 1/1
Devin Harris 1/1
Johan Petro on 11/12 Nets team 8x10
DeShawn Stevenson 1/1
Kyle Korver 1/1
Josh Smith 1/1

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I missed Nick Van Exel, maybe Jeff Teague. Big thanks to homegirl for hooking me up with a card for Dominique and Josh Smith. Forgot to gather something for them. Didn't even realize Lester Conner was part of the staff. I had a pic with him I needed to get signed! And I was hoping that somehow that security guard wouldn't be there, I heard he actually didn't make one of the trips here. At least he isn't a jerk, I'll give him that. Afterwards I could've met Ricky Gervais, he was on Jon Stewart. But I didn't feel like waiting more, just wanted to go home. Friday I might go to Citi Field for the Mets and maybe some Nationals. Could do the Devils/Panthers postgame Saturday. Thanks for reading.

Posted by: otis0220 Apr 20 2013, 12:31 PM

Hey guys, yesterday I went to Citi Field for the New York Mets and maybe get a couple Nationals. Had a pretty good day. Got a sunburn but oh well haha. Got off to a start on my custom 8x10 for 2013.

Coach Tim Teufel 2/2 (Kid gave him a black sharpie so he signed for everyone with it)
Added Scott Rice, Anthony Recker, Jeremy Hefner, John Buck, Justin Turner, Scott Atchison, Daniel Murphy, Brandon Lyon, Dillon Gee, Collin Cowgill, Mike Baxter, LaTroy Hawkins, Matt Harvey! and Jeurys Familia to the team 8x10
Nats coach Tony Tarasco 1/1
Also got John Buck on a card

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I was kind of surprised to get Justin Turner, last year he never really signed out there. He was with a few players, I called for him and he came by. Surprised about Matt Harvey too, esp because he was pitching. And I was so freakin close to getting Bryce Harper!! 2 people away! If I would've ran over there right away I would've gotten him. Ugh. After I was done at Citi Field I decided to checkout things for the Celtics and/or Bulls. They play today. Someone told me they arrived an hour before I got there. I only hung around there a little, only saw Courtney Lee and maybe Brandon Bass. Also think I saw coach Armond Hill. I didn't feel like going back into the city for them today, don't want another long day. However I'll be doing the Panthers/Devils postgame in a couple hours. Tuesday I could do the Dodgers, Celtics and Devils/Canadiens, whoo. Thanks for reading.

Posted by: otis0220 Apr 20 2013, 05:35 PM

Did alright with the Devils/Panthers postgame.

Jack Skille 1/1
Broadcaster Randy Moller 2/2
Jacob Markstrom 1/1
Dmitry Kulikov 1/1
Brian Campbell 2/2
Shawn Matthias 2/2
George Parros 2/2 (Those got smeared badly, ew)

Devils side:

Steve Bernier on 11/12 team photo (It's in black)

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At least later on, someone was generous and gave me one of his flawless Parros since he got a few signed. In the pic, that card is the one separate from the other cards. I'm glad at least I recognized Moller, no one else went for him. Took me a few seconds to remember his name and I was able to get his attention right at the last second. Coach Dineen and Gord Murphy didn't sign. Missed Fleischmann. Same thing happened with coach Craig Ramsey as with Moller, but I was a little late. Of course it was packed for the Devils on an afternoon. It was as if it was a Stanley Cup game. Only stayed for a little. As for what's next, Tuesday will be a busy one. Dodgers are in town along with the Celtics. Might try for some NFL Draft hopefuls too. Also Devils/Canadiens play so I might do them postgame. Thanks for reading.

Posted by: otis0220 Apr 24 2013, 09:05 PM

Ok a lot was going on in the city yesterday. LA Dodgers, Celtics and a Knicks fan fest going on around Manhattan throughout the day. I wasn't able to go check out anything while I was doing the Dodgers. Some former players I missed were John Starks, Anthony Bonner, Larry Johnson and Bernard King. Also I could've seen some of the future NFL draft picks but I didn't really have much time. So anyway let me begin with the Dodgers, things certainly could've been better. Early on, we saw Joe Montana walking by, I was in disbelief. Signed for a few people. I decided to try to get him on a blank a few seconds later. Crossed the street and then called him from a couple feet behind but he wouldn't sign. sleep.gif Anyway back to the Dodgers:

Coach Tim Wallach 2/2
J.P. Howell 1/1
Jerry Hairston Jr. 1/2
Matt Kemp 1/1
Hanley Ramirez on Marlins mini helmet (Didn't expect to get him)
Ted Lilly 1/2
Adrian Gonzalez 1/2
Ramon Hernandez 2/2
Broadcaster Steve Lyons 1/1 (My first time getting Lyons, seems like he inscribes everything with 'PSYCHO'. At first I thought he was putting a proverb lol)

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I actually saw Celtics coach Doc Rivers out and about and greeted him. I had my stuff for him in my bag but didn't feel like getting it. As he was walking away I told him I'd get him later in the day. He laughed and said alright. Turns out I should've gotten him on one of my things. Later on I actually saw Danny Ainge, who has some top position with them. This time I went after him but he said that he doesn't sign. sleep.gif So after I got Kemp, I decided to go to the other spot to avoid missing anyone. 2 minutes later, Carl Crawford came out. I also missed Juan Uribe. Mark McGwire only signed for a couple people. There were quite a few people there later so a lot didn't sign. Among those that didn't sign were Kenley Jansen, Kershaw (pitching), Punto, Brandon League and Schumaker. Josh Beckett said maybe on the last day and coach Davey Lopes denied like 3 times on the day. Ethier wasn't really noticed as Gonzo was signing and same with Mattingly while Hanley was signing. I need to go back for this team next time....After this I went over to do the Celtics. This was like the Lakers a few months ago....just not as bad. It started out alright. A few graphers, one of them brought 2 young girls in the hope one of the bigger ones will sign...lol. Later on a few teen fans came by, 1 had a jersey. As time went by, randoms gathered. One of the downsides of having a slightly later gametime. There ended up being 40-50 people there at most. I still did alright, the crowd prevented a couple from signing.

Shavlik Randolph 2/2
Brandon Bass 2/2
Jeff Green 2/2
Courtney Lee 2/2
Coach Doc Rivers 1/2
Jason Terry 1/2

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When I asked Shavlik he said, "Not with you wearing that hat." (He went to Duke and I was wearing a UNC hat) First time seeing him, very nice guy. Avery Bradley, Tyronn Lue, Jordan Crawford, Chris Wilcox didn't sign. Pierce and Garnett (shocker) also didn't sign and Rondo I believe wasn't with the team. Also didn't see Terrence Williams and D.J. White unfortunately. After things were done I decided to check out MSG for what was going on, if any of those former players were around. I didn't see any but before I left I did see ESPN analyst Chris Broussard get out of a car and got a pic with him. Nice timing. As for the rest of the week, tomorrow is the Devils/Penguins. Final game of the season for the Devils so hopefully I can get a couple guys that I never can get. Also I'm aiming to do the Blue Jays and Phillies Friday and maybe some NFL draft picks, who knows. Saturday I may actually attend the draft with one of my friends. Should be cool. Thanks for reading.

Posted by: otis0220 Apr 26 2013, 08:52 PM

Did the Phillies/Blue Jays today. Thought about trying for the NFL Draft a little too. Had a pretty lousy day. This is up there as one of my worst graphing days, especially when graphing 2 teams at the same time. Didn't think it would actually be this bad.

Maicer Izturis 1/2
Mark DeRosa 1/1
Brandon Morrow 2/2
Coach Luis Rivera 1/1
Steve Delabar 1/1
Melky Cabrera 1/2
Broadcaster Larry Andersen 1/1

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Very few Phillies actually signed, such as John Mayberry and Ben Revere. I wasn't able to get Revere and Brett Lawrie (freaking randoms were in my way). Could've gotten Charlie Manuel but he left too early. Depressing day. I'm already getting tired of baseball. Not much going on for next week, maybe the Athletics late in the week. Praying the Rangers end up playing the Bruins in the first round. I think you can guess why. Well thanks for reading.

Posted by: otis0220 May 3 2013, 07:37 PM

Today was nice, did the Athletics. I didn't have a ton of stuff for these guys so I did well.

Manager Bob Melvin 1/1
John Jaso 2/2
Eric Sogard 1/1
A.J. Griffin on blank 4x6
Yoenis Cespedes on Cuban flag 8x10
Luke Montz 1/1
Coach Mike Gallego 2/2
Pat Neshek 2 4x6s
Tommy Milone on A's mini helmet
Seth Smith 1/1
Broadcaster Ray Fosse on blank 4x6

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Cespedes racked. I don't know how long that'll last. A.J. Griffin was awesome too. I missed Jerry Blevins and Jarrod Parker. Chili Davis, Bartolo Colon and Brandon Moss were the only ones that really declined. The first time, Bartolo didn't sign for the crowd and then he ignored us when he left. By that time, there was only 2 of us... Didn't see Josh Reddick or Chris Young. Next week might do the White Sox and Capitals and maybe the Pirates. Thanks for reading.

Posted by: otis0220 May 7 2013, 06:19 PM

Had a good day today doing the White Sox, ended strongly. Originally I was thinking of doing them tomorrow and then do the Capitals afterwards but there's rain and thunder in the forecast.

Ken Harrelson on blank 4x6 (Tried to point how I wanted it signed but did it the wrong way)
Matt Lindstrom 2/2
Jesse Crain 1/1
Alexei Ramirez 1/2
Addison Reed 1/1
Matt Thornton 2/2
Hector Giminez 2/2
Casper Wells 1/1
Jordan Danks 1/1
Tyler Flowers 1/1
Jake Peavy 8x10 (I didn't ask to get it personalized)
Paul Konerko 8x10

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Didn't see some of the coaches. It's a pretty rare day that I don't get a coach. Wasn't aware one of the guys was Bobby Thigpen. Gordon Beckham, De Aza, Dunn, Rios, Hector Santiago and Dewayne Wise didn't sign. Didn't see Chris Sale. Very successful day, things went nicely. Also happened to see Rich Eisen, very nice guy. Next up I might do Pirates later this week. Thanks for reading.

Posted by: aceecards May 7 2013, 07:08 PM

nice stuff

Posted by: otis0220 May 20 2013, 07:23 PM

Thanks Steve.

Got back to things today. Did the Cincinnati Reds today. But the main reason I went into the city today was for Will Smith, he was on Letterman. Today sucked quantity-wise, but ended up with some good players. For Will I had 3 things: Season 1 of Fresh Prince, printed out an 8x10 and I had a cool NBA Hoops card of him from 91. First, the Reds:

Devin Mesoraco 1/1
Votto 1/1
Jay Bruce 1/2
Jonathan Broxton 1/1
Homer Bailey 1/2

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Bailey is something else, finally got him today. I was maybe the 6th person to get him and he's like "Oh here's another goddamn one." Lol...no comment. Rest of the team was pretty rough. Chapman, Cozart, Dusty, Hanigan, Latos and Sean Marshall were among the Reds who declined to sign. Mike Leake signed for a couple and that was it and same with Cueto. Missed coach Billy Hatcher. I had to leave early to go for Will Smith. At least I got there early enough to get a spot in front. Around an hour and 45 minutes later (didn't think it would take that long), he arrived. Couldn't even get him! Too many people. Waited another hour for him to leave, and he came out.

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I finally got his attention near the end and he signed the Fresh Prince DVD. I had the card on top too but just signed the DVD. And my day was over. At least I got Will, but wasted a bit of time. Tomorrow I will be back at it. I'm going to do the Reds a little later in the day and then go after the Bruins. As fate would have it, I have another shot at Boston! If you recall, when the Bruins played the Devils over here, it was pouring postgame. Jagr did sign though. Just hoping I can get Jaromir Jagr this time around. Thanks for reading guys.

Posted by: otis0220 May 22 2013, 10:15 AM

Yesterday was another somewhat disappointing day where if it wasn't for one person, the day would've been a total waste. Showed up a little later than normal for the Reds. Didn't miss much, mainly Cueto.

Votto 1/1
Zack Cozart 1/2
Ryan Hanigan 1/1

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I was late for Miguel Cairo. Mike Leake wouldn't sign (starting). Chapman ignored everyone once again. Glad I don't need him on anything anymore. Missed Marshall. Once again I couldn't stick around til the end because I was going after the Bruins. Was really hoping to get Jagr.

Zdeno Chara 8x10
Patrice Bergeron 1/2
Milan Lucic 2/2 (forgot to rub down the 2nd one, forgot it was a glossy one)

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Jagr would not sign, said he would before the next game. Really? Only 5 people there and 2 of them are teens. Now I'm thinking if I'm actually going tomorrow. I am depressing myself at this moment just thinking about us being rejected yesterday.

Nathan Horton didn't sign. There was a group of over 5 players hanging around outside and then boarded the bus. Only person to come over was Lucic. Only other notable guy in the group was Seguin. Wasn't able to get David Krejci, wouldn't come back to me. No coaches signed, didn't see Cam Neely. On the way back home I checked Fallon for J. Cole, he was performing, didn't see any graphers around. Have to see if I end up going back tomorrow for Jagr. Next up could be the Mets and Yankees Monday. Thanks for reading.

Posted by: northicehero99 May 22 2013, 11:09 AM

Nice stuff, congrats on the Bruins and Will Smith autos.

Posted by: otis0220 May 28 2013, 11:37 AM

Thanks Brian.

Hope everyone had a nice Memorial Day. Did the Mets/Yankees at Citi yesterday. Didn't think I'd do so poorly. Around 40 people scattered around.

John Buck 2/2
Daniel Murphy 1/1
Mike Baxter 8x10 for someone doubling up
Ron Darling 1/1

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This was one of my worst days graphing Citi. Couldn't even add one to my 2013 team 8x10! Missed Robert Carson. Few others signed that I didn't need. One of the very few Yankees we actually saw we later found out was Reid Brignac. Cano didn't sign. Did get a picture with broadcaster Al Leiter. Forgot that he was a broadcaster, again. However, the day was alright. At this moment, Doc Gooden and John Franco are at the SNY Studios signing. One of my friends is going so I gave him something for Doc and Franco, hoping he can get them for me too. Red Sox and Indians series coming up so I'll have to see about them. Thanks for reading.

Posted by: otis0220 Jun 11 2013, 05:12 PM

I did the Cardinals today, had a decent day finally.

Coach John Mabry 2/2
Coach Derek Lilliquist 1/1
Manager Mike Matheny 1/2
Lance Lynn 1/1
Daniel Descalso 1/1
Carlos Beltran on Mets mini helmet
Wigginton 1/2
Edward Mujica 2/2 - card and Marlins '12 8x10
Randy Choate on Marlins '12 8x10
Allen Craig 1/2
Lynn returned and decided to get him on a Cardinals mini helmet too
Jake Westbrook 1/1

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I thought about stopping by the Mets team store to check for a Beltran 8x10 but oh well. Shelby Miller, Jose Oquendo, Bengie Molina, Michael Wacha and Wainwright didn't sign. Wasn't able to get coach Aldrete (signed a lot), Yadier, Freese and Holliday.

Next up, might do the Cubs Friday. Thanks for reading.

Posted by: otis0220 Jun 16 2013, 10:33 AM

Yesterday I attended an expo featuring a mix of some former players. Was a little worried when I saw a sign saying one autograph per person per player and no pictures with but that wasn't really enforced. It only applied with Dwight Gooden (agent with him) and Gossage. All they provided were blank 4x6s. Bernie Williams had his own line and you can only get signed this 5x7 card they provided. I didn't bother going for him.

Wesley Walker 2/2 - 8x10 and card
Dwight Gooden 8x10
David Carr 3/3 (I had 2 cards and then asked if he'd mind signing another)
Mickey Rivers 4x6 (Also signed an 8x10 for my friend, I was very lucky to get him)
Sid Fernandez 3/3 - 86 Mets 8x10 and 2 cards
Sean Landeta 1/0
Kerry Kittles 2/2, 1/1 - 35th anniversary poster, 8x10 and card
Goose Gossage 8x10
Antrell Rolle 1/1

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Tiki Barber was there but he was never up front signing. Heard he had to leave early. I was lucky to even get Mickey Rivers. I was a few people away from getting him as he was getting up to finally leave. Luckily from where I was standing, he'd be walking right past me. He didn't sign for me initially but a grapher I've known for a while was working there and he told Mickey to sign for me. Afterwards is when I got Sid, Landeta and company. After I got Sid I talked to Landeta for a little, about how I saw him a couple years ago at Community Day at Darryl Strawberry's restaurant. Very nice guy. I told him that I was sorry I didn't have anything for him to sign and said that was no problem. He had a couple cards with him and signed one for me. After I got Gossage, I hung around checking out everything else. A lot of the guys held clinics. I wasn't able to get Antrell Rolle while I was waiting in line but he signed after his clinic wrapped up. A little before I left, I saw Gossage leaving. My friend had to leave early so I wanted to try and get his 8x10 signed. I called him and asked if he could sign. He said he already signed for me and I tried to explain it's for my friend. He said he got me a few times (?) but he signed (put HOF without asking) and then he signed for a few others. Well that was a sweet day. This week I might do the Dodgers a couple days and maybe the Rays later in the week. Thanks for reading.

Posted by: otis0220 Jun 20 2013, 05:19 PM

Graphed the Rays today. There wasn't much for me to go for, I didn't really have to go. Just hoped I could get Wil Myers early. David Price wouldn't be there, beginning rehab starts.

Jamey Wright 2/3
Jose Molina 1/2
Roberto Hernandez 2/2
Coach Dave Martinez 1/1
Kyle Farnsworth 1/2
Alex Torres 1/1
Broadcaster Brian Anderson on 4x6 pic with (Asked him to put "The Crime Dog", cool story)
Yunel Escobar 1/1

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Wasn't able to get Hellickson and Moore. Couple others signed such as Chris Archer, Peralta, coach Maddon. Sam Fuld, Longoria, Matt Joyce, Kelly Johnson, James Loney, Myers, Rodney and Zobrist didn't sign. Next week might do the Rangers and NBA Draft. Thanks for reading.

Posted by: otis0220 Jun 26 2013, 11:09 AM

Did the Texas Rangers and NBA Draft prospects yesterday. Long day, Rangers were almost a total waste. Checked out the prospects first, missed Trey Burke by 15 minutes. Was there for like 25 minutes then went for the Rangers. As soon as I got there David Murphy was signing, got him on 2 cards. Maybe 30 minutes later coach Dave Magadan signed. Got him on my '86 Mets 8x10 and a card. I could've just left after that, because that was the last guy I got.

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There were maybe 10 people at most. I knew the team was bad but didn't think it would actually turn out this rough. There were a few guys we couldn't ID. Holland, Jurickson, Pierzynski, Jeff Baker, Berkman, Beltre, Kinsler, Nelson Cruz and Darvish were some that wouldn't sign. Ron Washington signed earlier and Geovany Soto signed a couple, couldn't get to him in time. On to basketball...that went a bit better.

Nerlens Noel on blank 8x10 (Did a signing)
Anthony Bennett on blank 4x6
Trey Burke 8x10 (Signing)
Gorgui Dieng on blank 4x6

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Missed Oladipo unfortunately. Wasn't able to get Alex Len and Steven Adams. Their security's efforts were not necessary, c'mon. Got a couple good autos but it's not a good day when your autograph per hour ratio is below 1. Hopefully I can print the blanks after the right images surface in a few days. I don't know if I'll be doing anything for the draft tomorrow. Might do the Nationals on Friday though. Thanks for reading.

Posted by: otis0220 Jun 28 2013, 05:54 PM

Decided to do the Nationals today, Harper on a rehab assignment could mean a slightly smaller crowd and the ability to get guys that I haven't yet. Glad I went, have to try again next series.

Broadcaster F.P. Santangelo 1/1
Gio Gonzalez on mini helmet
Chris Marrero 1/1
Dan Haren 2/2
Denard Span 1/2
Ryan Zimmerman 1/1
Fernando Abad 1/1
Chad Tracy 2/2
Rafael Soriano 1/2

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Started out with only a few graphers so that really helped, there were just over 10 at most. Davey Johnson left a little early. Among the non-signers; Desmond, J Zimmerman, Lombardozzi, Rendon, Kurt Suzuki. Near the end Strasburg returned from golfing and wouldn't sign. When finally on his way, he wouldn't sign for the 4 of us, 2 of them teens. "At the stadium." Of course. Pleased with what I brought home. Up next for me are the Diamondbacks next week, really hope it's successful. Thanks for reading.

Posted by: captkirk42 Jul 1 2013, 03:24 PM

Love those Nats.


Cool Gio Batting Helmet.

Posted by: otis0220 Jul 2 2013, 04:28 PM

Thanks Kirk. Gio is such a nice guy. Heard Stras actually signed Sunday.

I sort of did the Diamondbacks at the last minute today. I considered yesterday but didn't with the rain etc. By the time I was in bed, it was still unknown if I would be going. I woke up as if I was going, to check the forecast. Didn't seem very promising so I went back to bed. Couple hours later I woke up and checked for the hell of it. T-storms were out of the equation and there'd barely be any rain. I actually thought about going, I still had a little time. I wouldn't be on time but I wouldn't be THAT late. Things looked pretty bad at first. I was late for some players and things weren't going my way. No lie, I thought I had a chance to get shutout. But things steadily got better:

Wil Nieves 2/2
Martin Prado 1/1 (Man he was rude to this teen)
Goldschmidt on mini helmet
Aaron Hill 1/2
Broadcaster Bob Brenly 1/1
Broadcaster Tom Candiotti 2/2

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Missed some when I got there: Bloomquist, Montero, Nagy and Turner Ward to name a few. Wade Miley, Cliff Pennington and Kubel didn't sign for me. Mad about Wade. Missed Don Baylor and Patrick Corbin (twice, didn't sign leaving). David Hernandez, Parra, Gregorious, Cody Ross and Tony Sipp were a few that didn't sign. Chavez wasn't around. About Prado...one of teens went after him and got him to sign. Prado said something like, "You better not ###### come near me tomorrow." Said nothing to me. So at least this all wasn't a total waste, got one of the ones I hoped for. No idea if I'm going tomorrow. It could be decided with a coin flip. Thanks for reading.

Posted by: otis0220 Jul 15 2013, 07:16 PM

Ok so yesterday I went to the Futures and celebrity softball game for All-Star Weekend and today graphed the All-Stars. Lousy past 2 days. Today was even more ridiculous, had a bad hunch about today. So first, about yesterday. It definitely was a good atmosphere before the Futures game. Every player was signing. They mostly signed here and there, multiple short periods.

Dilson Herrera on program (Wasn't sure if I should get him on the cover or inside on his spot. After him decided to get them on the inside)
Jordan Lennerton in program
Henry Urrutia on Cuban flag 8x10 and in program
Andre Rienza in program

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Just a few of the ones I wasn't able to get were Miguel Sano, Xander Bogaerts and Oscar Taveras. But after the game and before the softball game I couldn't get anything. Just wasn't in the right spot, way too crowded. Same thing after the game. Most of the signers ended up going on the visitors side. Should've tried to get over there sooner. Mike Piazza was doing a decent job signing. Only person I got outside was...

John Franco on mini helmet

Barely got him. Missed getting Kevin James twice outside. Kevin Millar signed but didn't know he'd be there. Now for today...

Huge waste. Wasn't early enough to get Jim Leyland and Alex Gordon. There's at least one other I can't remember at the moment. Later on Leyland wouldn't sign. I just hate that. Only person I got was...

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Wainwright only signed a couple and didn't see Salvador Perez signing. Also missed Chris Sale, was somewhere else. Just want to forget about today. Only other thing was I got a picture with Tim Kurkjian. Tomorrow I'll be doing the last day of the FanFest. Jesse Orosco, Strawberry, Orlando Cepeda, Amos Otis, Rollie Fingers, Gaylord Perry and Juan Marichal will be there. Maybe I'll go for Orosco or Strawberry, depends on the timing. If I have the time to get all 4 HOFs that would be amazing, but we'll see...wish me luck. With these past couple days, I need it.

Posted by: otis0220 Jul 16 2013, 07:48 PM

Well did the last day of FanFest at Javits Center. Everything went just how I hoped. Here was the schedule:

10-12

Jesse Orosco, Darryl Strawberry (Didn't try for him), Orlando Cepeda

2-4

Juan Marichal, Gaylord Perry, Amos Otis, Rollie Fingers

Everybody at different stations, except for Perry & Otis. Got there a little after 10. Checked out Orosco first, line was being prematurely cut off. After that I hopped onto Cepeda's line. Got him on a ball. I still had enough time for Orosco, got him on the 86 Mets piece and a card. A little afterwards I checked Marichal's station at 12:15. Few rows of people already waiting so I joined them. Got Marichal in 25-30 minutes once the signing started, added HOF 83. After that I got in Gaylord's line, shorter than Rollie's. Wasn't too long. Got him to put HOF 91. I had nothing for Amos Otis. By how things were going I was on pace to Fingers as well. And I did, with 15 minutes to spare. Added HOF 92 as I requested. Success, everything went as I planned for once. After done graphing I enjoyed some of the activities. Tons and tons to do. If you're a kid, would look amazing. I checked out some of the cards, they had a bunch of Perez Steele cards, not familiar with them but they feature players from decades ago. They were only 2 bucks so I decided to get a Hack Wilson, why not? Also decided to get a set of 3 All-Star coins from those penny cranks for 3 bucks. Also got a few other free things. So here's everything from today:

Orlando Cepeda SS ROMLB
Jesse Orosco on 86 Mets piece and card
Juan Marichal SS ROMLB w/ HOF 83
Gaylord Perry SS ROMLB w/ HOF 91
Rollie Fingers SS ROMLB w/ HOF 92

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Quality over quantity today. And boy was it good. As for what's next...might go for the Mets and Phillies at Citi Friday. Might even go to the game, who knows. Thanks for reading.

Posted by: otis0220 Jul 24 2013, 06:09 PM

So I finally did the Mets today. Would've done the Braves hotel Monday but skipped on them. Also would've done the Mets last Friday but it was just too hot. Did alright for today.

Added Josh Edgin, Eric Young Jr, Carlos Torres, Jenrry Mejia, Andrew Brown, David Aardsma and Omar Quintanilla to 2013 Mets team 8x10
Daniel Murphy 1/1
Also got Quintanilla on a card
Tim Hudson on A's mini helmet
Evan Gattis on Braves mini helmet

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Missed Gonzalez Germen. Very pleased to get Tim Hudson, on an A's item especially. Up next for me, might do Rays Friday. Could go to Mets/Royals game next Friday. Thanks for reading.

Posted by: otis0220 Jul 26 2013, 05:10 PM

Did the Rays today. Sort of average day.

Sam Fuld 2/2
Roberto Hernandez 2/2
Cesar Ramos 1/1
Kyle Farnsworth 1/1
Jeremy Hellickson 1/2
Kelly Johnson 2/2
Matt Moore on Rays mini helmet

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Disappointed I couldn't get Price, looks like he shut it down at the hotel. Kind of still owes me one from last season. Missed Jamey Wright, Dave Martinez and Fernando Rodney. Price, Jose Molina, Jake McGee, Matt Joyce, James Loney, Yunel Escobar and Zobrist wouldn't sign. Longoria, Myers and Luke Scott probably snuck away. Couple of others signed, such as Chris Archer, Joe Maddon and Sean Rodriguez. Don't know if I'll be doing the final series for the Rays near the end of the season. Next week the Royals come. I think I'm going to go to the game next Friday to graph the Mets and Royals, that's it for the series. Maybe I'll go to a minor league game next week too, we'll see. Thanks for reading.

Posted by: otis0220 Aug 6 2013, 05:26 PM

Did the Rockies today. Crappy day, only got one I really wanted.

Yorvit Torrealba 1/1
Manny Corpas 2/2
Carlos Gonzalez on mini helmet

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Would've printed something of Gonzalez but wasn't sure if he'd travel, it was believed he'd be landing on the DL. He signed for everyone, but barely got him at the end. Was 10 min late for Tulo, never signed when he came back. Missed Rosario and Helton (only signed a few). Same thing with Dante Bichette. Came out while CarGo was signing, only signed a couple by the bus, wasn't quick enough. Also couldn't get LeMahieu and De La Rosa didn't sign. Not a ton of guys for me to go after for this team. Wish these guys came back, just unhappy about today. Might do the Tigers Friday...but I already know it's not gonna be good...Well thanks for reading.

Posted by: otis0220 Aug 12 2013, 05:25 PM

Didn't go for the Tigers Friday...but I kinda regret not going. Would've gotten Prince, Scherzer and Torii. Did the Angels today. Not one of my double-digits days but I got some good ones. The last one was a shocker, and it's not who you think.

Collin Cowgill 1/1
Michael Kohn 1/1
Broadcaster Mark Gubicza 1/1
Mark Trumbo 8x10
Ernesto Frieri 1/1
C.J. Wilson 2/2
Jered Weaver 1/1

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Chris Nelson, J.B. Shuck and J.C. Gutierrez also signed. Missed Nick Maronde. Was one person away from getting Scioscia. Trout signed like 2. Hamilton, Kendrick and Jason Vargas were a few that didn't sign. Didn't see Pujols and a few others. Might return Weds. Thanks for reading.

Posted by: otis0220 Aug 21 2013, 06:50 PM

Did the Braves and Blue Jays today. Long day, got one of my targets. Wish I could've gotten 1 or 2 of my other targets but today could've certainly been worse.

Chris Johnson 2/2
Reed Johnson 2/2
Scott Downs 2/2

5-10 people were there. Was late for Pendleton and Eddie Perez. Not a lot of Braves signed. Didn't see Heyward and the Uptons. Uggla didn't sign (couldn't get his attention) and Don Sutton didn't sign. Medlen, Philip Gosselin and I think Terdoslavich were the only other ones to sign. After that went to grab some lunch and then went over for the Blue Jays.

Esmil Rogers 1/1
Coach Pat Hentgen on mini helmet (Had a card too, forgot to get it out)
Kevin Pillar on blank 4x6
Munenori Kowasaki on blank 4x6
Broadcaster Pat Tabler 1/1
Adam Lind 1/1
Brett Lawrie 1/1

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Couldn't get Bautista, Encarnacion didn't sign. No Reyes or Dickey. Missed DeRosa, Buehrle and Cecil. Maicer Izturis, Darren Oliver, Dwayne Murphy and Gose were a few not to sign. Rajai Davis actually signed for someone. Got pics with Arencibia, Hentgen and Kawasaki. Hentgen I saw a 2nd time, couldn't get him on a card after the pic with, oh well. Kawasaki is the man, 'nuff said. Cool day. Friday I might do the Tigers, might try for them 2 days. Also may go to Newark Bears game Saturday. Thanks for reading.

Posted by: otis0220 Aug 23 2013, 06:33 PM

Did lousy with the Tigers today.

Coach Rafael Belliard 1/2
Coach Tom Brookens 1/2
Brayan Pena 1/1
Omar Infante 1/2

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5-10 people for today. Verlander, Bruce Rondon, Scherzer and Iglesias were some that didn't sign. Victor Martinez and Torii signed a couple, I wasn't in the right spot. Even Cabrera signed a couple, but not in the right spot. Some we didn't see were Prince, Leyland, Jackson, McClendon and Sanchez. Very frustrating day. Tomorrow is up in the air, don't know if I want to return...also may go see Newark Bears game at night. Thanks for reading.

Posted by: otis0220 Aug 26 2013, 05:20 PM

I headed over to Citi today for the Mets and Phillies. Could've been worse, but at least I got there early enough.

Terry Collins on 2011 and 2013 team 8x10s
Wilmer Flores on 2013 Mets 8x10
Gonzalez Germen on 2013 Mets 8x10
Daisuke Matsuzaka on 2013 Mets 8x10 and card

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Suitable crowd for today, the peak was under 10. Wright, Harvey, Wheeler and D'Arnaud didn't sign. Few others of the expected. Missed Aardsma. Saw a few Phillies unsure about, no coaches really. Glad I don't have to worry about Collins anymore. Going to the game tomorrow so will have to see what I do before I go. Thanks for reading.

Posted by: otis0220 Aug 28 2013, 11:56 AM

Went to the Mets/Phillies game last night. Didn't expect to see Niese throw a 3-hit shutout. Didn't come early to graph or anything. Wish I got there a little earlier though...

Daisuke Matsuzaka 1/1

After game:

Ron Darling 1/1

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When I got to Citi, I missed Michael Young by maybe 30 minutes. Apparently I missed Ike Davis, which is a big surprise. Got Dice-K on another Victory Japanese card, asked him to sign it in Japanese. Need to get him on something better next time. Duda didn't sign. I did get something from him later though. When I got there, heard Byrd and Buck were traded. Saw them before they left. It was rough inside. No Phillies came over to sign during BP. I did get a ball during BP. Duda hit one off a chair and then it hit me in the calf. Later another ball deflected off the tarp at just the right point and hit me in the chest and back on the field lol. After the game I found out Cliff Lee signed a few over the dugout. Only one to sign minutes before first pitch was Frandsen. Couldn't get Young. Game ended early so I had a little time to graph outside but nothing for me other than Darling. Also saw Carlos Torres. Next on the agenda, trying to do the Orioles on Friday. Hope I can do fine with them my one and only time of the season. Thanks for reading.

Posted by: otis0220 Aug 30 2013, 05:19 PM

God what a lousy past couple days. Make that week. Yesterday I finally decided to go to a Newark Bears game. Garry Templeton is the coach for the team this season. They played Trois-Rivieres from Quebec. They have 2 coaches, Travis Wade and Pete LaForest (didn't need him).

Travis Wade 1/1

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Templeton would not sign. I was very disappointed. I heard he had been a pretty good signer this season. I was the only person to ask him, asked him half hour before the game and he said something along the lines of "I'm not signing" or "I'm not signing now". Only a few people even in the stadium at this time. Guy that was by me was in shock when he said no. After the first game of the double-header he refused me and this other collector that also had never gotten him before. Let's just say I was not a happy camper. And the other guy was so fed up that he ripped his 8x10 in half. I just left, huge waste of my time. Besides Sparky Lyle, I have never had a problem getting an autograph at a minor league game. He's left a lasting impression of himself on me. So today I went to do the Orioles and hoped I'd have some kind of decent day at least. The crap carried over from last night.

Coach Buck Showalter 8x10
Coach Jim Presley 1/2

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Just brutal, thank God I got Showalter. The only players to actually sign were Kevin Gausman and Danny Valencia. I don't know what's the team's deal. Didn't think it would be so bad. I am so sick of graphing baseball, I really am. Can't wait for everything else to start up. So next week looks like I'll be doing the Sox. Maybe a Jackals playoff game...Thanks for reading.

Posted by: otis0220 Sep 2 2013, 12:01 PM

Did the White Sox this morning. I initially thought about going Tues but noticed Sale was pitching that day so I thought it could be best to go Monday morning. Woke up so I went.

Coach Daryl Boston 2/2
Paul Konerko 1/1
Coach Robin Ventura on Mets mini helmet
Gordon Beckham 1/1
Broadcaster Ken Harrelson 4x6
Broadcaster Darrin Jackson 1/1
Matt Lindstrom 1/1

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Were around 15 people there at most. Got there a little late. Missed Harold Baines, Joe McEwing and Mark Parent. Couldn't get Dayan Viciedo and Chris Sale only signed a couple. Said to me, "sorry only kids." De Aza, Danks and Adam Dunn were some that didn't sign. Would like to try again for Sale another day but it's unlikely. Could do Red Sox Thurs or Fri. Thanks for reading and wish you guys a joyful Labor Day.

Posted by: otis0220 Sep 5 2013, 05:53 PM

Did the Red Sox today, looked like another mediocre day. Finished on a nice note.

Brandon Snyder 1/1
Jarrod Saltalamacchia 1/1
Franklin Morales 2/2
Dennis Eckersley SS ROMLB
Jake Peavy 1/1

Even got a tennis player Tomas Berdych on a blank 4x6

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Must've been 25 people around at least. Couldn't get Uehara and Bogearts, too many people. Missed John Farrell. Was a pretty rough start. Pedroia signed for a kid, I think Gomes signed one. Andrew Bailey, Breslow, Dempster, Doubront, Stephen Drew, Ellsbury, Lackey, Lester, Ortiz, Andrew Miller, Napoli, Nava, David Ross and Victorino didn't sign. Juan Nieves, Will Middlebrooks and Rubby De La Rosa were a few others to sign. Crowd died down considerably by the time I got Eckersley and Peavy. Only maybe 5 at most for Peavy. Wasn't aware Eckersley was an announcer, was a nice surprise for me. On the way out I noticed a small crowd of people that seemed to be surrounding something in the NHL store. Turned out Patrick Sharp and Matt Moulson were there for some appearance, doing a Q&A at that moment. Bought a puck for Sharp a little late and wasn't able to get him as they were done. I was off by maybe a minute. Interesting day. Might do Nationals next week. Also could see minor league game Saturday and graph Jets on Sunday. Thanks for reading.

Posted by: otis0220 Sep 9 2013, 03:53 PM

Ok I graphed a little the past couple days. Saturday night I went to the Jackals playoff game against Les Capitales de Quebec. Tough loss with a double play to end the game. Main targets for today were Karl Gelinas, John Lindsay, Brandon Jones and Goefrey Tomlinson. Just missed Jones before the start of the game, said after the game. Couldn't spot Gelinas. So now back to the end of the game.

Coach Tomlinson 1/1
Lindsay on 4x6

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Only person there asking anybody. Jones ignored me or didn't hear me, whatever. Lindsay was the one that grounded into a DP and Jones was on deck. I like Lindsey's auto, makes the bottom loops of his last name as his shades. Before he was finally called up by the Dodgers a few years ago, I believe he spent the longest time in the minors ever before being called up. Decided to make a 4x6 for him.

Yesterday I did the Jets/Bucs postgame, did very well. This actually was a personal best for me for autos. I was hoping to see Brad Johnson, he isn't part of TB's staff but he was there against the Giants last year.

Added Ricky Sapp, Ellis Lankster, Alex Green, Clyde Gates, Ben Ijalana, Ryan Spadola, Bilal Powell, Stephen Hill, D'Brickashaw, Will Campbell, Rontez Miles?, Caleb Schlanderaff, Damon Harrison, Nick Folk, Nick Bellore, Tommy Bohanon, Robert Malone, Leger Douzable?, Konrad Reuland, Antwan Barnes, Sheldon Richardson, Demario Davis, Dawan Landry and Austin Howard to my 2013 Jets 8x10.

Calvin Pace on 2012 Jets 8x10
Even managed to get Bucs backup QB Mike Glennon on 2 cards

Didn't see Brad Johnson. Missed a few while checking the Bucs side, Simms, I think Colon. Sanchez actually signed a couple. Geno didn't sign. David Harris signed for a kid and not for me. That's about it. Nationals are in town, not sure if I'm gonna go. Marlins in town this weekend, might go to a game or 2. Thanks for reading.

Posted by: otis0220 Sep 13 2013, 06:10 PM

Marlins are in town to play the Mets. I considered going to the games today and tomorrow but decided to go just Saturday. Today I graphed at Citi for the Mets and Marlins (if I see any). Got some new guys.

Juan Centeno on 2013 Mets 8x10
Matt den Dekker on 2013 Mets 8x10
Josh Satin on 2013 Mets 8x10
Aaron Harang on 2013 Mets 8x10 and card
Greg Burke on 2013 Mets 8x10
David Aardsma 2/2
Frank Francisco on 2013 Mets 8x10

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Only 2 of us there, and then 4 later. Francisco was the surprise of the day. Didn't really see any Marlins. D'Arnoud signed at the same time as someone else. D'Arnoud signed for the guy next to me and that's it, couldn't get him. Wright ignored me of course. Murphy actually didn't sign, which surprised me. Few others signed. Tomorrow gonna graph the Marlins and then go to game. Still checking out tickets. Next week Giants are in town. Thanks for reading.

Posted by: otis0220 Sep 15 2013, 11:38 AM

Graphed the Marlins yesterday, went to the 1st game of the doubleheader. Not a bad day.

Hechavarria on Cuban flag 8x10
Eovaldi on 2012 Marlins 8x10
Morrison on card and 2012 Marlins 8x10
A.J. Ramos on 2012 Marlins 8x10
Chad Qualls 1/1
Broadcaster Felo Ramirez on Cuban flag 8x10

Tom Koehler on 2012 Marlins 8x10
Christian Yelich SS ROMLB

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At the hotel Fernandez signed for a teen (wasn't happy about it) and like 20 secs later wouldn't sign for me. Sad thing is I was wearing a Marlins jersey. Didn't see him at all on the field. Heard last night he signed a bunch pregame. Felo Ramirez was cool, added his HOF without me asking. Saw Preston Wilson (didn't think he'd travel), unfortunately I recognized him as he stepped on the bus. A lot didn't sign boarding the bus, like Yelich. Didn't see Pierre at all. Nobody signed in the minutes before the 1st or the 2nd game. Up next for me, SF Giants in town for the week. Will go a couple times, maybe even go to a game. Thanks for reading.

Posted by: otis0220 Sep 17 2013, 04:53 PM

Did the SF Giants today. Bad day.

Coach Tim Flannery 2/2
Coach Hensley Meulens 1/1
Joaquin Arias 2/2
Broadcaster Mike Krukow 1/1

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Around 10-15 people there. Only others to sign were Pill, Pence (couldn't get him), Petit, Mike Kickham and some coach/broadcaster I can't remember. Don't know if I'll be going back, probably end up being a waste. Might do some preseason hockey Thurs, Devils/Islanders postgame. Good to see hockey back, for graphing sake. Thanks for reading.

Posted by: otis0220 Sep 24 2013, 05:26 PM

Did the Rays today, was hoping to get at least one nice one.

Roberto Hernandez 2/2
Yunel Escobar 2/2
Hellickson 1/1
Zobrist 1/1
Coach Dave Martinez 1/1
Jamey Wright 1/2
Broadcaster Brian Anderson 1/1
Matt Moore 1/1

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About 15 people there. I got an extra Chris Archer for somebody. Price, Joyce, Loney, Jake McGee, Molina, Jennings and Luke Scott were some not to sign. Longoria and Myers snuck out another way. Maybe DeJesus also, said he'd sign later. Fernando Rodney didn't sign later on when only 4 of us there, was hoping to get him on my 8x10. Pretty average day, better then the last ones at least. Thursday I'm looking to do the Brewers, maybe do the Rays late to try for Rodney again. Afterwards I'm gonna do something I haven't done in a few months, graph celebrities. Johnny Galecki is going to be on Letterman, going to print a Big Bang Theory themed 8x10 for him. Thanks for reading.

Posted by: otis0220 Sep 26 2013, 07:00 PM

Interesting day. Sort of long and bad but what I got was good. Did the Brewers today. A possibility was leaving a little early to check out the Rays for mostly Fernando Rodney, since he usually leaves later. After that I'd head over to Letterman to see Johnny Galecki of Big Bang Theory. Well I was close to getting shutout, one of my closest times in the past few years. While doing the Brewers, nobody I needed really came out in the first few hours. My one autograph of the day:

Aramis Ramirez 8x10

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After I got Ramirez this one security guy for the hotel was complaining about the 3 of us loitering by the bus. Can't wait to hear what happens the next couple days. Anyway some of the others to sign before the bus came were Alfredo Figaro, Brandon Kintzier, Jimmy Nelson, Wily Peralta, Rob Wooten, Martin Maldonado and Logan Schafer. Just missed Gallardo boarding the bus by 1 sec. After that, hung out back in the front again briefly if we see anyone else. Never saw Segura, decided to check out the Rays. Only players I saw were Price and Molina. Yep, didn't even bother. In the 20 min didn't see Price come back out or Rodney at all so I decided it was time to head to Letterman. Got there at 3 to be early, well turns out he got there at 2. A little later Bono arrived and signed. Signed for a few minutes, if I actually had something for him, he would've gotten me. 90 minutes later Bono left, not signing this time. A little later:

Johnny Galecki 8x10

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He signed down the line and got me at the very end. He was being rushed and thought he wouldn't get me but he listened to me. So today I got couple of the guys I hoped for. But bad autograph per hour ratio. As for what's next, trying to get good tickets for the season finale Sunday. Will be an interesting day. Thanks for reading.

Posted by: otis0220 Sep 29 2013, 09:39 PM

Went to the Mets final game of the season. Mike Piazza was inducted into the Mets Hall of Fame. Wasn't sure how many autographs I'd get today. Didn't expect to get so few, another bad graphing day. But today it was quality over quantity. Nice day anyway. Bunch of graphers around outside pregame. Not many Mets signed. All I got was a Brewer.

Jean Segura 8x10

Signed a bit while walking into the lot, last one to get him. Wish he'd signed it in a better spot but whatever. Mike Piazza actually signed when he arrived, and for a few minutes. Couldn't get him. Aramis Ramirez only signed one when he arrived. Inside I got a couple.

Dice-K 8x10 (Asked for his Japanese autograph)
Added Vic Black to 2013 Mets 8x10

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I only know of a couple Brewers signing, one was Rob Wooten. Some Mets signed, no one I needed. Only one I missed because of uncertainty turned out to be Sean Henn. Terry Collins signed a bit and D'Arnaud over the dugout. After the game the Mets threw their caps and batting gloves in the dugout area. Another year that I come up with nothing, was maybe a foot away from a cap. I did catch a large bag of sunflower seeds lol. Sigh, of all the things to come to me. I didn't want to wait after the game for autographs but I decided to. Should've gone with my gut feeling, didn't end up getting anyone. A few guys did sign when driving off. Wheeler actually did sign but I was in the wrong spot. Could've been a much better day but I'm happy I at least got 2 of the guys I was hoping for. And I'm glad I got my photos done for the series. The 2 days I graphed it was interesting. If someone were to tell me that I'd get more photos than cards signed, or no cards whatsoever, there's no way I'd believe that. Well look how things ended up. Bad totals for me to finish the season but I'm happy it's all over. Up next, could be some hockey Thursday night. NY Giants are at home Sunday, so that's another possibility. Thanks for reading.

Posted by: otis0220 Oct 13 2013, 10:06 PM

I did the Jets postgame today. Got a bunch. And someone I almost forgot about. So I'm watching the game before I leave and I say to myself "Oh yeah that's right, Bill Cowher is part of the broadcast crew here for today." He's usually an analyst from the NY studios. Phil Simms does the games too. Grabbed a card for Simms and a blank for Cowher because I wasn't sure I'd actually see them. By the time I get there, the game had been over for a few minutes. I walk past the visitors gate to get to the Jets area. Just seconds within being there, Simms comes out and Cowher shortly after. I get Simms on his way to his ride, says to me that he has to hurry. Only person trying to get his auto. As I was occupied with Simms, I didn't even see where Cowher went. Then I saw a few Steelers fans trying to get his attention in the car. So...

Phil Simms 1/1

Good start so far. Now for the Jets:

To my 2013 Jets 8x10, I added Nick Folk, Oday Aboushi, Michael Campbell, William Campbell, Darrin Walls, Nick Bellore, Dawan Landry, Chris Ivory, Matt Simms, Jeremy Kerley, Damon Harrison, David Nelson, Calvin Pace, Tommy Bohanon, Willie Colon, Hayden Smith?, Garrett McIntyre, Vladimir Ducasse, Stephen Hill, D'Brickashaw Ferguson, Ryan Quigley and David Harris.

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I was close to getting Santonio Holmes (shocker) and Geno Smith. Now about Hayden Smith (if it's him). He's #82. He was on the team last season and is not on the roster. After I got him, I wondered if it was someone on the practice squad or something. Maybe the Jets brought him back, who knows. Jets play the Patriots next week so might go back. Celtics and Heat play the Nets this week so I might do some pre-season graphing. Thanks for reading.

Posted by: otis0220 Oct 15 2013, 07:33 PM

So once again I'd start off the basketball season with some Celtics preseason graphing. And once again I got the same guy to kick off the year.

Brandon Bass 1/2
Kelly Olynyk 8x10 (Told him I'm a big fan of him and he personalized)
MarShon Brooks 1/1
Courtney Lee 2/2
Broadcaster Cedric Maxwell 2/2
Gerald Wallace on 11/12 Nets 8x10 and card
Keith Bogans on 11/12 Nets 8x10 (Didn't have time to pull out a card)

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Rajon Rondo, Avery Bradley, Jordan Crawford, Kris Humphries and Danny Ainge didn't sign. All the rookies signed. Wished them all my best. Appears Jeff Green and Dave Cowens didn't travel. Pretty good day, just great to do basketball again. Might do Heat Thurs. Devils and NY Jets coming over the weekend. Thanks for reading.

Posted by: otis0220 Oct 20 2013, 09:39 PM

Watching this sweet Broncos/Colts game. Did pretty good after the Jets game. Fantastic win. Got a couple good ones, even a HOFer. Printed for him like 10 minutes before I got out of the house.

Dan Dierdorf 8x10 (Asked him to add HOF)

Then headed over to the Jets side.

Added Troy Davis, Santonio Holmes, Isaiah Trufant, Josh Cribbs, Brian Winters, Dee Milliner, Jeff Cumberland and Austin Howard to this year's team 8x10

Brady Quinn 1/1
Jeremy Kerley 1/1
Stephen Hill 1/1
Chris Ivory 1/1

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Others signed, some I didn't need, few that I didn't want to add to my item. Didn't expect to get Santonio. Was close to getting Geno again. Missed Josh Bush, maybe Kyle Wilson. Very nice day, always good when you get a HOFer. Unsure about the rest of the week. Could go into the city one day. Thursday night may do the Devils/Canucks postgame. Thanks for reading.

Posted by: otis0220 Nov 4 2013, 09:43 PM

Did some graphing the past couple days. First up, did the T'Wolves and NY Jets yesterday. I really don't like doing all this on a Sunday, especially a football Sunday, but I just had to. Things didn't go as I planned. Let me just start off by saying I decided to do the Wolves for their morning shootaround. If I got everyone I needed my first chance, I'd go home, relax for a few hours and then go over for the Jets postgame. Well turned out they didn't leave for shootaround. I decided I might as well just stay there and see who I can get until I felt it was time to leave. I did well at least.

Rubio 8x10 (Only a few people there at the time, wasn't easy)
Scout Calvin Booth 2/2
Nikola Pekovic 8x10 (Wish I told him where to sign it)
Shabazz 8x10
JJ Barea 2/2

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Never saw Love unfortunately, ughhh. So then I rushed over to MetLife stadium, got there in good time. Only thing was I missed John Lynch by a few minutes. He was calling the game that week. Didn't get much this time. I actually did better earlier in the day.

Santonio Holmes 1/1
Added Antonio Allen, Sheldon Richardson and DeMario Davis to this season's 8x10
Also got Chris Ivory on a card for someone

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Probably missed a couple guys. Not many people there for autographs this time so I had trouble with figuring out some players. Didn't see Geno. Now for today.

Went for the Anaheim Ducks. Also David Ortiz was appearing on Letterman, so gave that a shot too. So first I stopped by Letterman for about 30 min, just when I was about to leave for the Ducks, he got there. Didn't sign for anybody. On to the Ducks. Had a very good time.

Coach Dwayne Roloson 2/2
Cam Fowler 2/2
Andrew Cogliano 2/2
Broadcaster Brian Hayward 1/1
Dustin Penner 2/2
Corey Perry 8x10
Getzlaf 1/2
Jonas Hiller 8x10

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Missed Matt Belesky and maybe a couple others. Never saw Scott Niedermayer. But an awesome way for me to start the season. After some of us went over for David Ortiz, we still had a little time. We had enough time. He also didn't sign for the crowd on the way out. Awesome day nonetheless, but Ortiz would've made it near perfect. Next I may do the NY Giants postgame and the Devils/Predators postgame Sunday. Thanks for reading.

Posted by: otis0220 Nov 18 2013, 09:42 PM

Did the Blazers today, have skipped a few teams. Did as good as I could've done. Since Robin Lopez is on Portland, decided to make my Hornets Final Season team piece. Couldn't find any special logo for them so did my own thing. Really like it.

Earl Watson 2/2
Meyers Leonard 1/1
Broadcaster Antonio Harvey 1/1
Damian Lillard 8x10
Thomas Robinson 1/1
Hersey Hawkins 2/2
Dorell Wright 2/2
Wesley Matthews 2/2
Robin Lopez on 12/13 Hornets 8x10
C.J. McCollum on blank 4x6
LaMarcus Aldridge 8x10

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Mo Williams was the only one to decline us. Batum sneaked on the bus while LaMarcus was signing. Missed Joel Freeland. Wish LaMarcus would've signed mine in a better spot...jeez. But still, was a very successful day. Also randomly saw Terry Crews for my 2nd time. Up next...well not much. Might do Giants Sunday, maybe hockey next week. We'll see. Thanks for reading.

Posted by: otis0220 Dec 1 2013, 07:37 PM

Well my plans got a little messed up today. Ended up doing the Jets postgame. Got one of the guys I hoped for. And almost another...ugh so close.

Broadcaster Rich Gannon 8x10 (Asked for 2002 MVP)
Added Quinton Coples, Kyle Wilson and Jaiquawn Jarrett to 2013 Jets 8x10

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Wasn't able to get Josh Bush, Clyde Gates. Geno and David Harris didn't sign, along with a few other regulars. Ed Reed actually signed but didn't want to sign my 8x10 of him as a Raven. "Nah I'm not signing that right now." sleep.gif

Happy I got Gannon at least. Have to see if I do any graphing this week. Probably do Jets again next week. Thanks for reading.

Posted by: otis0220 Dec 10 2013, 08:39 PM

Actually did some graphing today. Wanted to do the NY Jets Sunday but it was supposed to snow a little near the end of the game and beyond so I skipped that. I graphed the Nashville Predators today. Was supposed to snow this morning and end later in the afternoon. Close to 1 I discovered the snow would end at 3 so I decided to go, but you know you can't trust the weather. I was unsure if anyone would even be there but I risked it. I felt there would be at least a few there despite the uncertainty of when the snow may end. Plus it's been 2 years since Nashville played here so a few may need to come. Well it appeared there were no other graphers there by the time I saw a couple players leaving the hotel. But there was no bus in sight so I wondered what was up. Well I decided to look around the corner a little later and there was the bus. It was pretty odd, usually the bus would be right in front, only seen this happen once or twice. There were no graphers even by the bus...this was weird. This could be the day I finally get shutout. Then I saw #1 overall pick Seth Jones walking over to the bus. I heard he's not easy to get however, so I wondered what would happen. Well he signed my photo for me no problem, could've been because I was the only guy there. Few minutes later I finally found a grapher and then a minute later 2 others. Apparently they were around the rear of the hotel where they saw a few players. Well there was only one bus and we definitely didn't see the entire team. They left pretty early. Waited around and never saw a 2nd bus. So that was my day:

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Bad day but at least I got one of the ones I hoped for. Figured my weakness of recognizing hockey players would burn me today, but oh well. Up next? Clippers and Blue Jackets come to town Thursday, highly doubt I end up going this time. Saturday, maybe the Devils/Lightning postgame. Sunday another possibility, NY Giants. We shall see, thanks for reading.

Posted by: otis0220 Dec 18 2013, 10:13 PM

Did the Wizards today. It was around the freezing mark but it felt colder than I expected. Just hoped I could get Bradley Beal.

Jan Vesely 1/1
Beal 8x10
Nene 2/2
Coach Wittman 1/1

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I was the only person there. Ariza, Cassell, Eric Maynor and Wall didn't want to sign. Couple others I couldn't recognize, wasn't ready for Gortat. Me and broadcaster and Bullet legend Phil Chenier talked for a bit while he waited outside. Wish we could've talked a little more, really nice guy. Also saw Ernie Grunfeld, wasn't sure if he would travel. Should've brought my stuff of him. Up next I might do the Devils/Ducks Friday night. Also there's the Jets final home game Sunday. Thanks for reading.

Posted by: otis0220 Dec 23 2013, 09:51 PM

Yesterday was the Jets home finale, did them postgame. Nice that it was unseasonably warm and that the showers didn't show up until the very end. Could've done better but at least I got a great one, just not on the item I would've preferred.

Broadcaster Rich Gannon 1/2 (Wow this was the 3rd game he's called here, wish it was someone like Fouts that I need)
David Garrard 1/1 (for someone else, darn I kept forgetting to pull my stuff for him all season)
Greg Salas on 2013 Jets 8x10
David Harris 8x10
Ed Reed on 2013 Jets 8x10

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I snuck into the gated area with someone, it has it's pros and cons. There's a few that don't sign until they get through the area. Sanchez was one of those. Some signed that I just didn't need. Probably missed a few, couple could've been exiting from different directions. Wasn't able to get Leger Douzable. Some others didn't sign like Geno, Wilkerson, Santonio and Cromartie. Didn't like that Harris was using a black sharpie for everyone, just don't like how it turned out. So I finished the season with 37 on the team 8x10. Up next, could do basketball or hockey Friday. Thanks for reading and wishing you guys a Merry Christmas.



Posted by: otis0220 Jan 8 2014, 08:29 PM

Well it's been a few weeks since I've graphed some basketball. I headed into the cold to do the Warriors today. It was a little over 20 but felt about 10 degrees colder. I wasn't sure how many people would be there, could be a few...could be a lot. With this cold, maybe fewer than normal. Well nope, it peaked at about 20...felt like I was doing baseball again. The first bus was very early, only a few were there in time. Missed David Lee, Harrison Barnes, maybe a few coaches.

Andrew Bogut 1/1
Coach Mark Jackson 1/1
Klay Thompson 8x10
Marreese Speights 2/2

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Stephen Curry signed but I couldn't get him. Today I thought I might have a new addition to the 88/89 Hornets piece. Tom Tolbert does radio for them. I called the hotel for him just to check and I actually got through. Never saw him though. Looks like I'll have to try for these guys next time. The Heat play here the next couple days and thought they might be here as well so I brought my stuff for them just in case I catch them but saw nothing. So next I might do the Heat or the Dallas Stars. Panthers play Saturday and more things next week we'll see if I want/can do anything. Thanks for reading.

Posted by: otis0220 Jan 17 2014, 08:59 PM

Well I skipped on a couple things this week. Lightning were in town Tues and the Red Wings yesterday. I did end up doing the Clippers today.

Antawn Jamison on UNC 8x10 (Crossed into Brendan Wright's auto at the end lol)
DeAndre Jordan 1/2
Willie Green 1/2
Jared Dudley 2/2
Asst coach Tyronn Lue 1/2
Turkoglu 1/2
Jamal Crawford 1/1
Matt Barnes 1/1
Darren Collison 1/2

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There were 15-20 people there, plus a few other random people. I was unable to get a couple because of people in the way. Blake went over to the kids and signed just for some of them. Maybe next year I'll have better luck with Blake. Mullens and Redick didn't sign. Couldn't get coach Rivers. Reggie Bullock was a bit tough too, couldn't even get him on my Tar Heel 8x10. Chris Paul was a no show. Still today was alright, got Jamison on the UNC photo at least. Unsure for what's next. Tuesday is Rangers/Islanders, Devils/Blues and the Magic. Could do one of those. Sixers on Weds and Blues in NY Thurs. Devils/Capitals Friday and Mavs and Bobcats in the city that day. We'll have to see what I end up doing. Thanks for reading.

Posted by: otis0220 Jan 29 2014, 08:34 PM

It's Super Bowl week and everyone is in Manhattan. NFL Boulevard on Broadway is running from today to Saturday and ESPN's shows are taping near Times Square. I didn't go for any of the guests or personalities on the ESPN shows today but I went after the NFL players with signings on Broadway. You could only get one item signed and they also provided some crappy autograph card with GMC on it. Scheduled to be there were Derrick Brooks (wasn't announced until early in the morning), DeSean Jackson, Eric Berry, Matt Forte and Josh Gordon. I did run into a problem though.

Derrick Brooks 8x10 (Wouldn't put Pro Bowl insc)
DeSean Jackson 8x10 (Wouldn't put Miracle at the Meadowlands IV, hey I tried lol)
Matt Forte 8x10
Josh Gordon 8x10

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Eric Berry's flight was cancelled and couldn't make it. They had Maurice Jones-Drew come in to take his slot. He was scheduled to sign Saturday so I wasn't prepared for that. Decided to skip him. It was pretty cold, must've felt like between 15-20. I didn't think so many people would come out, being the first day and how cold it was. Temperature will rise little by little next few days. Oh wait, I'm not done yet.

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Was told MJD was having a signing at Modell's at 5pm and they were providing a picture. In the scan it may look like a regular-sized card but it isn't lol. They provided this thing printed on the lowest quality photo paper, but better than the thing at his other signing. Decided to see how my teal Inc Elements would come out, looks good. So I'll be back at it for Day 2 tomorrow. Matt Forte, DeMarcus Ware, Eddie Lacy, Donte Whitner and Antonio Cromartie will be signing tomorrow. I'll also have to see about any ESPN guests etc. Thanks for reading.

Posted by: otis0220 Jan 30 2014, 07:57 PM

Wow today sucked. If it wasn't for how I ended it, omg. So when I'm a little in the line for Forte waiting for Ware, I find out that both Ware and Lacy would not be there. Seriously? Big reason I went. So I went around checking out the shows and other things. Couple hours later I get in line for Whitner.

Donte Whitner 8x10

The last signer was Antonio Cromartie but I didn't really feel like getting him. Actually was a good thing I didn't. After this I'd plan to go to where Colbert Report tapes for Drew Brees. But first I went over to the NFL Live set for Trent Dilfer but I missed him arriving. And guess who I find out is going to be a guest? Yep, Drew Brees. He arrived 40 minutes into the show and signed some.

Drew Brees 8x10

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Trent Dilfer didn't sign leaving. Also shortly after I got in line for Whitner, I found out Victor Cruz had a signing at Foot Locker. Luckily I had a photo with me, but he only had about 25 min remaining so I decided to just stay in line. As for tomorrow, it's already on the decline. I got word that Reggie Wayne wouldn't be there. So for tomorrow is Pierre Garcon, Luke Kuechly, Nick Foles and Marshall Faulk. Wonder how the line'll be for Marshall.... Also tomorrow the Thunder and Islanders are in town. I actually might skip the Thunder altogether and do the Islanders. Depending if I get Marshall quick enough, I may not miss any action. Thanks for reading.

Posted by: otis0220 Feb 1 2014, 02:37 PM

Omg yesterday was horrible. So I already knew Reggie Wayne wouldn't be there. Jarius Byrd filled in for him. So Garcon was at 12pm, Kuechly at 1, Byrd at 2, Foles at 3 & Faulk at 4. After that I'd head over to graph the Islanders. There was a problem with each of the originally scheduled signers except for one. No problems with Garcon for me. While in line for him, we got word that Kuechly and Foles would only be signing those stupid GMC cards provided. So looks like I'd have a bit of a break in between until Marshall Faulk. Went around with a couple people, checked a couple hotels. Saw Drew Brees right at the right time. If I had the photo signed at that time instead of Thursday, would've come out a little nicer. So I returned to the huge line at 2:20 for Marshall Faulk while Byrd was signing. Then things went bad. First Foles got there nearly a half hour late. On top of that, he left before 4! Then Faulk didn't get there until around 4:35! People kept booing when the host tried to engage with the crowd while waiting for him. He stopped signing at 5:05! I'm surprised there wasn't a riot or anything. If one of them got there in time, I would've been able to get Marshall. This is just unacceptable on the 2 of them, sign for the hour. And to add to the crap, I completely missed the Islanders. So yeah, here's what I got for my 6 hours:

Pierre Garcon 8x10

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I didn't feel like returning for the final day today. The hour-by-hour order for today was Derrick Brooks, Jim Brown, Cam Newton, Mike Tirico and Greg Hardy. I didn't feel like risking any bull, I probably would've had to get in line 3 hours early for Jim Brown and who knows if I would've been able to get Newton. I already bought a mini-helmet for Brown too. Heat are in town too. Well for next week, a lot of teams coming; Avalanche, Sixers, Spurs, Oilers and Nuggets. I'll probably only do the Avalanche and Oilers. Maybe Sixers. Thanks for reading.

Posted by: otis0220 Feb 7 2014, 07:25 PM

Last night was interesting. Wanted to do the Edmonton Oilers. Spurs had a game that night too. Didn't really need to do them but brought my stuff just in case I had a chance to graph them. Looks like I was able to fully do both. Didn't realize the Spurs game was at 8. I wasn't really prepared for the Spurs, didn't print something for coach Pop for example. So first up, Oilers.

Nick Schultz 2/2
Ben Scrivens 4x6
Ilya Bryzgalov 1/2 (funny guy)
Ales Hemsky 2/2
Taylor Hall 8x10
Mark Fraser on 11/12 Devils 8x10 (bottom right)
Sam Gagner 1/2

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I smudged the 2nd Hemsky badly and the Gagner while trying to handle everything when players were leaving. At least 15 people there. Wasn't prepared for David Perron, little late trying to get him. Wasn't able to get Smyth and Eberle, either. Thought it was Eberle but doubted myself. Was tough with some of these guys coming out close to the same time. Couldn't get Nugent-Hopkins, forget who I was going after. Also missed Ference and Boyd Gordon. After that, went over for the Spurs. Missed nobody. Only 4 of us there. And then 5 kids came, it was all good though.

Shannon Brown 1/1 (Barely got him)
Matt Bonner 1/2
Cory Joseph 1/1
Danny Green on UNC 8x10 (top right)
Belinelli 1/1
Coach Popovich on photo paper
Ime Udoka 2/2

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Missed Patrick Mills. First attempt getting Popovich so was it nice I got him. I like him, funny guy. Was pretty nice. One of the kids interviewed him for a min on his cell, thought that was cute lol. Duncan and Leonard declined to sign. I found an image for Popovich that goes with where he signed it so I'm happy about that at least. So I was on my way back home, I decided to stop by the NHL Store, check for San Jose Sharks apparel and other things. One of the managers asks me if I need help. At first I was gonna say "Nah thanks" but decided to say "Yeah I guess" lol. Good thing I replied like that. I ended up getting a ticket to the Rangers/Oilers game in an hour lol. Hadn't been to a game in a couple years so I went. I didn't deserve to go as much as a Ranger fan would, but whatever. Guess it was a good thing I went down that street lol. Ok up next for me should be the Pelicans on Sunday. Wednesday is the Kings and Bobcats, probably not going to do either but we'll see. Thanks for reading.

Posted by: otis0220 Feb 9 2014, 08:29 PM

Had a pretty good day graphing the Pelicans. Highest bball total in one sitting in a long time. Got some work done on my team pieces from last season and for this season.

David Wesley 2/2
Added Greg Stiemsma, Jeff Withey, Darius Miller, Alexis Ajinca & Al-Farouq Aminu to Pelicans 8x10
Added Brian Roberts, Austin Rivers, Coach Monty Williams & Ryan Anderson to Pelicans & Hornets 8x10
Tyreke Evans 2/2 (Pelicans 8x10 and card)
Anthony Davis & Eric Gordon were one per, only the Pelicans 8x10
Anthony Morrow on Pelicans 8x10 and Nets 8x10 from 11/12 (above the N)

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About 10 people there at most, mostly kids. Assuming Jrue Holiday and Jason Smith didn't travel. Didn't see Luke Babbitt or scouts Chucky Brown & Anthony Johnson. So next time I'll be graphing could be in 2 weeks. Mavs and Warriors and the NHL restarts that week too. Kings and Bobcats come in a few days but highly doubt I'll be going that day. Thanks for reading.

Posted by: otis0220 Feb 24 2014, 11:09 PM

Went after the Mavericks today. But first I went by Letterman. Kaley Cuoco was gonna be appearing. Dale Earnhardt Jr as well. I wasn't able to wait long enough for her, had to go for Dallas. She did sign about a half hour after I left. So now for Dallas:

Jose Calderon 1/2
Brandan Wright 1/2
Broadcaster Derek Harper 8x10
Devin Harris 1/2
Coach Darrell Armstrong 2/2
Nowitzki 1/1
Dalembert 2/2
Monta Ellis 1/1

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Take a look under Harper's auto. Apparently that's how he writes #12... VC, Marion, Bernard James, Crowder and Blair didn't sign. Fewer people than I expected. About a dozen in the morning but at most around 8 for gametime, only 2 of us after Dirk left. Wanted to but didn't want to, should've went in the morning. Everyone but Dirk signed. So after that I headed back to Letterman. Cuoco didn't sign leaving. But I did get someone else, and barely.

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Not a bad day. Up next, Blackhawks play the Rangers Thursday, don't think I'll be going. Friday would be attempt #2 for the Warriors. Sunday I'll be going to the Sharks/Devils game. Thanks for reading.

Posted by: otis0220 Mar 3 2014, 05:43 PM

Yesterday went to the Sharks/Devils game. Got good tickets down low, had a great time. What I was worried about was graphing post-game. Snow was in the forecast and it was supposed to be snowing during that time. Luckily we barely saw flakes for like 5 minutes. That was it. We were supposed to get like 3 inches, didn't even get anything. So anyway here's how I did:

Added Justin Braun, Matt Irwin, Niemi, Alex Stalock, James Sheppard, Tyler Kennedy, Jason Demers, Matt Nieto, Desjardins, Havlat, coach Todd McLellan, Mike Brown (I think) & Scott Hannan to Sharks 8x10

Sheppard 1/1
Niemi 8x10
Marleau 8x10
Couture 8x10
Thornton 8x10

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I just missed Hertl and Matt Tennyson by a few minutes. Wasn't able to get Boyle, Pavelski and Larry Robinson. Burns only signed like a couple. Wingels didn't sign. Some of the others I'm not sure about. Over to the Devils side.

Added Dainius Zubrus to last year's and this year's 8x10
Volchenkov on 13/14 8x10

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Was late for some guys. Heard a couple stopped, don't remember who. Some former Devil was there and signed for whoever, don't remember his name. Ken Daneyko was around but didn't stop to sign. Sweet day. Gonna graph the Sharks again in 2 weeks when they play the Rangers. Up next, might graph Devils/Red Wings postgame tomorrow. Weds the Grizzlies and Maple Leafs play in NYC, see what happens. Thanks for reading.

Posted by: otis0220 Mar 5 2014, 04:28 PM

Did the Devils/Red Wings last night. Kind of unexpected but I ended up going to the game with a friend. He told me there was an agreement for Brodeur to be traded to the Wild. If this went through this would be his final home game of his storied career. Turns out he didn't end up going anywhere. Saw a good game though. Here's how it went postgame.

Darren Helm 2/2
Alfredsson 1/1
Drew Miller 2/2
Coach Babcock 8x10 (Someone assisted me)
Jonas Gustavsson 1/2
Franzen 1/2
Kronwall 2/2

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Wasn't able to get Bertuzzi, Chris Osgood (wasn't sure if he'd travel), Abdelkader, couple others. Jimmy Howard didn't sign. I don't blame him, especially how he lost in the final minute. Jonathan Ericsson was another I remember that didn't sign. For the Devils:

Added Cory Schneider, Stephen Gionta, Mark Fayne & Jon Merrill to this season's item
Added Fayne to last season's item
Daneyko 1/1

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Brodeur didn't stop to sign. Still, another good autograph day. I would've done the Grizzlies or Maple Leafs today but didn't feel like it. Up next...not sure. Thought about doing Red Wings again Sunday when they play at MSG but game is at 12.30 instead of 7.30. So maybe Sixers on Monday. Thanks for reading.

Posted by: otis0220 Mar 16 2014, 04:26 PM

Sharks are playing the Rangers for their final metropolitan trip. Did well.

Burns 1/2
Niemi 1/2
Tyler Kennedy 2/2
Marleau on team 8x10 and card
GM Doug Wilson 2/2
Couture on team 8x10
Boyle on team 8x10 and card
Vlasic on team 8x10
Hertl on 8x10 and team 8x10

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I was a little late, missed Thornton, Pavelski and Larry Robinson. Man Burns is the toughest signer on the team. Only signed a couple leaving the arena couple weeks ago and heard didn't sign yesterday. At least he signed for everyone today. Few players I don't recall seeing. Saw Stalock but forgot I had cards for him. Nice day though. Up next, chance I do the Pacers on Weds. Devils have a few home games this week too. Thanks for reading.

Posted by: otis0220 Mar 28 2014, 12:50 PM

Well last night I graphed after the Devils/Coyotes game. Kinda sucked for me.

Ribeiro 2/2
Tyson Nash 2/2
Mikkel Boedker 2/2
Yandle 8x10

Got a little crowded later but was in front. Wasn't able to get Kyle Chipchura, Vrbata, Michalek, Doan. I should've been able to get Doan...Few others didn't sign. Near the end it was too much, unsure of some of the others that signed. Not much by the Devils side, couldn't stay the whole time. Couple guys stopped, got one:

Dainius Zubrus 1/1

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I'd say my worst hockey session of the year. My next day may be Sunday, Wolves are in town for the Nets. But also could graph some NCAA, 2 of the Elite 8 teams will play at MSG. Also another possibility, Mets host the Nationals on Monday for Opening Day. Could check out the Nats a little on Sunday. Thanks for reading.

Posted by: edgerrin32 Mar 29 2014, 11:13 PM

Nice adds!! Love the Dirk.

Posted by: otis0220 Apr 1 2014, 09:20 PM

Thanks Jason.

Well I ended up doing no graphing over the weekend. Rain most of the weekend. Last night I graphed the Florida Panthers, wasn't able to try for the Devils. Unfortunately Luongo didn't travel with the Panthers so that was a big blow.

Sean Bergenheim 1/1
Dan Ellis 2/2
Broadcaster Randy Moller 1/1
Dmitry Kulikov 2/2
Brian Campbell 2/2
Jovanovski 8x10
Asst coach Brian Skrudland 1/1

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Fleischmann, Upshall and John Madden were a few I recall that didn't sign. I could've gotten Scott Gomez but I forgot to pull my stuff for him. Tomorrow the Knicks host the Nets so might graph the Nets. Not sure though, was a little sick when I graphed Florida last night. I'm recovering so we'll have to see. Thanks for reading.

Posted by: otis0220 Apr 8 2014, 06:21 PM

Ok I did the Hurricanes today, did good. Wish I could've gotten more of the others. Also the Yankees had a day game against the Orioles so I thought maybe I'd have a chance to catch the Orioles when they return, but weren't at the same hotel.

Coach John MacLean 1/1
Head coach Kirk Muller 2/2
Coach Brind'Amour 8x10
Cam Ward 2/2
Jeff Skinner 8x10
Semin 2/2
Eric Staal 8x10

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Brind'Amour doesn't sign on the Cup. Wish I was able to find photos for MacLean, Muller and Francis. I missed/was too slow for Ron Francis, Anton Khudobin, Nathan Gerbe, Loktionov, Malhotra and Jordan Staal. Happy I got all the 8x10s done. Up next for me, not sure. Might do Sabres Thursday. Devils/Islanders play Friday and Red Sox play too. Thanks for reading.

Posted by: northicehero99 Apr 8 2014, 07:11 PM

Francis doesn't sign, at least TTM he doesn't or at least for me he didn't.

Posted by: otis0220 Apr 8 2014, 07:28 PM

I wasn't even sure if he travels with the team but it was nice to see that he signs as well.

Posted by: otis0220 Apr 18 2014, 05:37 PM

Decided to go after the Mets at Citi today. Did ok. More people than I expected there, quite a few.

Added Anthony Recker, Carlos Torres, Andrew Brown, Scott Rice, Kirk Nieuwenhuis, Kyle Farnsworth, Gonzalez Germen, Jenrry Mejia, Eric Young Jr, Daniel Murphy, Ruben Tejada & Curtis Granderson to this season's team 8x10

Added Tejada to the 2013 8x10

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God Carlos, you are killing me with the size of that sig lol. There were around 30 people there...ugh... Couldn't get Dice-K (should've been able to) or Jose Valverde. Wright, Harvey, Wheeler, D'Arnaud, Colon, Ike & Duda were some that didn't sign. Didn't really see any Braves. Up next, idk. Mets play the Cardinals next week. Marlins and Angels come in for weekend series, I'll probably go to a Marlins game. Nets host the Raptors for Game 3 on Friday but don't think I'd go. Thanks for reading.

Posted by: otis0220 Apr 25 2014, 08:46 PM

Well I did my Marlins today, did well. Got a nice start on this year's item. Angels were also in town for the Yanks.

Added Dan Jennings, Coach Mike Redmond, Mike Dunn, Saltalamacchia, Yelich, McGehee, Solano, Hechavarria, Marmol, Tom Koehler & Cishek on the 2014 8x10

Coach Brett Butler 2/2 (Really nice)
Stanton 8x10
McGehee 1/1
Marmol 1/1

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Doesn't happen much that I have a nice time graphing baseball, happy I got one of the big ones. There were a few players I didn't really try to go after. Fernandez & Jeff Mathis didn't sign. Mostly 2 of us there, peaked at around 10 people. I left an hour earlier than I expected, but there were a few more players still there. I decided to check out the Angels and see who was waiting over there. I wasn't prepared, didn't gather my things (I should've). I only saw a couple players/coaches. Jered Weaver signed, tried to get him on a baseball but I couldn't...
So tomorrow I'm going to the game, not doing much graphing. Mariners and Rays come in next week, probably won't go after them. Thanks for reading.

Posted by: otis0220 Jun 25 2014, 10:45 AM

Well I finally got around to some graphing. Yesterday I decided to. It's NBA Draft Week and the Athletics were in town to face the Mets. Some of the prospects had signings around Times Square. But first, the A's:

Pitching coach Curt Young 2/2
Cespedes 1/1
Kazmir on mini helmet (Should've pointed out to sign on the brim...)

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It was a little rough. Only others to sign were Sean Doolittle, coach Melvin & Sogard. Sonny Gray signed for only 1. I should've printed for Kazmir, was hesitant because he was slated to pitch that night. So after that, went on my way for the prospects. Stopped by the hotel for a little then decided which signings to go after. Marcus Smart was at Lids from 5-6 and Wiggins was at Champs from 6-7. Aaron Gordon and Noah Vonleh were also signing during those times elsewhere. Wanted to try for Smart and then Wiggins but thought I may not have enough time for Wiggins. Turns out I could've but I went with the safe choice.

Andrew Wiggins 8x10 (Thought about it, but I should've used my gold instead)

After that, headed back to the hotel. Could've went in line for Vonleh but someone told me McDermott would be checking in soon.

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McDermott 8x10

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Was nice I was able to get them there, they have signings today. McDermott racked. Signed for a few minutes. He grabbed someone's blue and ran with it. I needed gold for mine and I asked early if he could switch and I said I'll wait near the end if that's alright. And he did, he was so nice. As for other players after I did the A's: Wasn't able to get Dante Exum, Elfrid Payton & Rodney Hood. Tyler Ennis, Julius Randle, Shabazz Napier, Aaron Gordon & Gary Harris didn't sign. Also saw Bob Lanier, wouldn't do it. Bad autograph per hour ratio yesterday. Up next for me? I don't know. Rays come to town next week. Maybe I'll go to a Mets/Rangers game next weekend. Thanks for reading.

Posted by: maple19 Jun 25 2014, 11:50 AM

Some nice Autos there

Posted by: otis0220 Jun 25 2014, 03:15 PM

Thanks, glad I was able to get those 2.

Posted by: otis0220 Jul 9 2014, 06:08 PM

Well I went after the Mets today. Did ok, got some good ones and tough ones to come by.

Lucas Duda on 2014 & 2013 Mets 8x10
Colon on 2014 Mets 8x10 and card
Daniel Murphy 8x10
Granderson on Mets mini helmet
Jenrry Mejia 1/1
Ruben Tejada 1/1

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I wasn't able to get Josh Edgin & Jeurys Familia. Lagares, Eric Campbell, Wright, Nieuwenheis, Harvey & Abreu were some not to sign. Was nice to get Duda and Colon. Haven't gotten Duda in 2 years. Next up, want to graph the Marlins on Friday and might goto the game Saturday. At the end of next week the Reds come in so we'll see about that. Thanks for reading.

Posted by: otis0220 Jul 11 2014, 05:56 PM

I went for the Marlins today, did fine.

Added Donovan Solano to 2012 Marlins 8x10
Saltalamacchia 1/2
McGehee 1/1
Added Garrett Jones, Stanton, Eovaldi, Jeff Mathis, Jeff Baker & Henderson Alvarez to this year's team 8x10
Preston Wilson 2/2

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I got there a little late just missed couple of the coaches. Hechavarria signed. Kevin Gregg & Marcell Ozuna were a few that didn't sign. Oh yes and Frank Menechino lol. Pretty sweet I was able to get Stanton again this season, only signed for 3 of the 6 of us there. So tomorrow I'm going to the game and then I'll have to see what I graph next after that. Thanks for reading.

Posted by: otis0220 Jul 12 2014, 10:11 PM

Well I went to the Mets/Marlins game today. Didn't really go for autographs, just to go. Koehler had a no-hitter for 4 innings for Miami. Mets came back and then won it in the 8th 5-4. During BP, Yelich signed but wasn't able to get him. I got some Marlins coach, #72 Stone on my ticket. I know he was a nobody, just wanted to get an autograph lol. After the game I waited around a little. Only player to sign was...

Granderson 1/1

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I googled the guy I got on the Marlins staff before, since he wasn't listed on the coaching staff. He is administrative coach Pat Shine, and he evaluates and monitors replay scenarios lol. So next opponents coming up are the Reds, Rangers, Blue Jays & Phillies. Doubt I'll do any of them. Thanks for reading.

Posted by: otis0220 Aug 19 2014, 06:52 PM

Well it's been over a month. Over the past couple weeks I considered doing the Tigers and Cubs but didn't. Today I did the Astros. About 15 people there.

Robbie Grossman 1/1
Broadcaster Geoff Blum 2/2
Jon Singleton 8x10
Matt Dominguez 1/1
Springer 8x10
Jason Castro 1/1
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Tony Sipp 1/1

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I was a little late for Fowler and couldn't get Scott Feldman. Missed Jake Marisnick. Oberholtzer, Josh Fields & Qualls were few others that signed. Altuve, Pat Listach & Chris Carter didn't sign. Springer didn't sign earlier but signed before boarding the bus. Satisfied with today. Hopefully I can get Altuve next time. Also planned on checking out the USA National Team a little but skipped on it. Also Stephen Curry had a signing but it filled up early...Might do the White Sox Friday. Thanks for reading.

Posted by: otis0220 Sep 18 2014, 03:42 PM

I went to the Mets/Marlins game yesterday and graphed outside before. Only got a few players, sucked.

Outside:

Buddy Carlyle on 2014 Mets 8x10 & card
Dario Alvarez on 2014 Mets 8x10

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Funny thing about Buddy. When he was signing my stuff he said something about me trying to pull a switcheroo. I was wearing a Marlins shirt and Mets cap but said he sat next to me on the subway at the previous stop and said about how I was wearing a Marlins hat before. I don't even remember the guy lol, but had a good laugh with him. At the peak, there were maybe 8 people there. Only others to sign were Gonzalez Germen and missed Wilmer Flores. Some we didn't try for. The big bummer was I left shortly before Bobby Abreu came in, signed for the 3 there. And I forgot to bring my Marlins mini helmet for Brad Penny but thought I'd have a slim to none chance seeing him anyway. Well we did. Only 2 of us tried going up to him but Penny's response to the guy was "Now's not a good time." Also we saw Ozuna but couldn't get to him in time. Inside I didn't expect to get more than 1 guy. Well here's who I got:

Jordany Valdespin on last year's Mets 8x10 and this year's Marlins 8x10

I actually had a chance to get Henderson Alvarez but didn't spot him quick enough. Have to see what's next. Blue Jays come to town next but I'll probably go to the Mets finale next Sunday and maybe I'll try for the 'Stros a different day. Thanks for reading.

Posted by: otis0220 Sep 30 2014, 06:54 PM

Ok the Mets season finale was good, they got the win. Didn't get as many autographs as I hoped, especially it being the final game of the season.

Inside:

Jose Veras on ticket
Jake Marisnick on Marlins 2014 team 8x10

After:

Wilfredo Tovar on Mets 2014 team 8x10
Granderson 1/1

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Not many signed inside. Familia didn't sign for me. I think Tejeda signed too. Altuve signed a handful, seemed like only for kids. Couple other Astros signed, nobody notable. I couldn't get anything the Mets threw into the crowd after the game. I was fingertips away from a baseball and missed a hat by maybe 10 feet because I moved. After the game there were at least 100 people waiting around. Only others I know signed were Wright, but in a different spot. Well at least it was a Casey Stengel bobblehead promo that day. I have no idea what I'm graphing next. Football? Maybe preseason hockey or basketball. Thanks for reading.

Posted by: otis0220 Oct 19 2014, 12:35 PM

Well last night I graphed after the Devils' home opener against San Jose. Did fine, could've done better.

Added John Scott, Jason Demers, Justin Braun, Hertl, Matt Irwin, Niemi, Desjardins, Couture, Mirco Mueller, Coach McLellan, Barclay Goodrow & Marleau to this season's Sharks 8x10

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Vlasic was first to come out and signed for no one. Burns signed a few, couldn't get. There was a time when roughly half the team came out together, got some of them. Once again couldn't get Pavelski, only unsigned photo left over from last season.

Over to the Devils side:

Dainius Zubrus and Cammalleri on this season's Devils 8x10
Also got Cam on a card

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Ton of fans there, nothing surprising for a home opener though. Zidlicky signed but not for everyone and Jagr signed for fewer people. Was really hoping to finally get Jagr. Not sure what's next. Unfortunately Sharks are playing the Rangers today, I'd be graphing at this moment but I just didn't feel like going. Kinda rather watch the football today. Wish the Sharks came a little later in the season instead. Devils host Stars Friday. Thanks for reading.

Posted by: cardcrazed Oct 19 2014, 10:32 PM

Awesome IP's! Congrats and keep posting em!

Justin

Posted by: otis0220 Nov 10 2014, 05:30 PM

Thanks Justin.

Still have yet to do some basketball. Saturday afternoon I went to a signing at a Sports Authority for a Jet I've never gotten before. Line wasn't bad and was organized well. Was advertised as one-per and no posed pics but wasn't enforced.

Muhammad Wilkerson 8x10 and 2013 team item

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He was cool. Tomorrow I might do the Wild and Friday maybe the Jazz. Thanks for reading.

Posted by: otis0220 Nov 13 2014, 08:59 PM

Today I did the Avalanche, got some good stuff.

Ryan O'Reilly 2/2
Duchene 1/2
Landeskog 8x10
Patrick Roy 8x10
Cody McLeod 2/2
MacKinnon 8x10

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Not a big quantity day but best day I had graphing in a while. About 20 people there. The big guys really signed for everyone, except for MacKinnon. Wasn't able to get Briere, Varlamov or Iginla. Couple others I may not have been aware of. Pretty nice I now have autographs of Brodeur and Roy. After graphing Colorado I thought about checking out the Jazz. They have a game tomorrow and arrived sometime today but didn't end up going over to check them out. Thanks for reading.

Posted by: cardcrazed Nov 15 2014, 11:44 AM

Very cool! How do you know what cards and pics to take? Do you just carry a big bag with tons of stuff in it? Since I don't have access to IP's in my area I have to live through this thread so keep em coming smile.gif

Justin

Posted by: otis0220 Nov 16 2014, 02:18 PM

Thanks Justin. I just graph whatever visiting team is in town. Just bring a backpack or satchel.

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Posted by: otis0220 Dec 18 2014, 10:11 PM

Hey guys, graphed after the Devils/Senators game last night. Nothing to get excited for.

Clarke MacArthur 2/2
Milan Michalek 2/2
Kyle Turris 1/1

Devils:

Cory Schneider & Stephen Gionta on this season's team 8x10

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Unfortunately Karlsson & Legwand didn't sign. Wasn't able to get Patrick Wiercioch & Bobby Ryan. Not sure what's next. Devils have some games within the next week. As for basketball, we'll have to see. Thanks for reading.

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