Hockey cards, collectibles and culture
Last week, the Chicago Blackhawks honored former player and legend Chris Chelios with a pregame ceremony. Chelios retired in August, capping off a remarkable 27-year professional career that spanned from 1984 to 2010. Chelios is my all-time favorite player. A defensive stalwart, he could help offensively too. He was rugged and would fight. Seemingly, there … Continue reading “Career in Cards: Chris Chelios”
This came in an envelope postmarked December 19, 1990… Midway through the 1990-91 season, the Chicago Blackhawks sent my Aunt Gayle this holiday greeting card. This card was sent to all their season ticket holders. My Aunt knew that I collected everything hockey, so she gave me this card for safe keeping. And here it … Continue reading “1990 Blackhawks Holiday Card”
Jeremy Roenick played 20 years in the NHL, and was known for his fast skating and flashy offense. He appeared in 9 All-Star Games, scored over 500 goals and over 700 assists in his career. Here is a look back at his career–in cards–of the man known as “JR”.
Today we take a look back at the career–in cards–of Hall of Fame right wing Mike Bossy. In 10 seasons, Bossy scored 50 or more goals in all but his last one, which was cut short by injuries. A bad back forced him to retire at age 30.But he accomplished more in 10 seasons that … Continue reading “Career in Cards: Mike Bossy”
A few days ago, I got some cards in the mail from Mark, a fellow blogger who maintains a site called Stats-On-The-Back. Attached was a note that read: Sal, 1 Cubs team set + every hockey card I own. Enjoy. Mark was giving away some of his baseball card collection, and gave me a complete … Continue reading “Thanks, Mark”
Recently, I completed my 1990-91 Panini hockey sticker set. For some reason, I never got around to getting the last two I needed, Patrick Roy and Andy Moog, until now. I used to buy Panini stickers diligently “back in the day”. They were easy to find, as most drug, convenience and grocery stores carried them. … Continue reading “Stick it!”
1992 Pinnacle Baseball card #594 – Tom Glavine This week’s Card of the Week is actually a baseball card – with a twist! The 1992 Pinnacle Baseball set had a card of ace Atlanta Braves pitcher Tom Glavineskating on ice, stick in hand. You see, in high school, Glavine was talented at baseball and hockey. … Continue reading “Hockey Might-Have-Been”