My vintage card of the week: The 1951 Bowman Dan Bankhead RC. Bankhead was the first Black pitcher in Major League Baseball. Branch Rickey signed him in 1947 after several standout seasons in the Negro Leagues. Bankhead didn’t achieve the MLB success that Jackie Robinson did, but he was a trailblazer, nonetheless. And since pitching is my favorite part of the game, I’m really happy to have recently added this card to my collection.

Finally have at least 1 of each Eeveelution card, going for the full Tera Set longterm (they aren’t worth much but they aren’t always easy to find because everyone loves them.)

proof that even really good people sometimes swing a bat at John Roseboro's head (even Roseboro would agree)

1936 R312, National Chicle Premium⭐️Hans "Honus" Wagner & Floyd "Arky" Vaughan
I find it difficult to start any Tuesday better than a post of an iconic card of the hobby.
I bought this card raw in 2020 and held it until January 2026, when I hand carried it to PSA representatives.
I was rewarded for my over-protectiveness with a PSA 5 holder.
This is PSA's highest graded example of this card (shared with 3 others, POP 4).
Why do I love this card? ❤ Let me count the ways.
The image depicts a passing-of-the-torch between two legendary Pirate shortstops.
1. Hans "Honus" Wagner — Arguably one of the five greatest players in baseball history and the most iconic prewar baseball card subject.

2. Floyd "Arky" Vaughan — Hall of Fame Pirates shortstop and Wagner's successor in Pittsburgh.
Among Hall of Fame shortstops, Honus Wagner has the highest career batting average at .328 and Vaughan ranks immediately behind Wagner with a .318 career batting average.

After some negotiations, I have a buyer. These are in great shape for 1953. #vintagecards

2026 Bowman Chrome Elian Peña 1st Fuchsia Geometric Refractor 221/299 #BCP-155 - New York Mets

Going with Votto today. I am hoping HOF soon but not sure if he will make it first ballot but regardless another great player in his day.