✹The PERENNIAL Shohei Ohtani Thread✹ - Page 471

seanrs1 · 05-25-2023, 02:34 PM

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Heritage Low #17 Action. I keep saying this, but supply has gone down drastically over the last year. It's a classic RC image, SP (2-3k), and condition sensitive. These were $1K for a PSA gem during initial hype. Strange that these have not returned to that level while others have rocketed. A BGS 9.5 or raw (when it's rarely available) is under $500.

Thanks for the advice! I didn't collect in 2018, but was it priced that high because it was his first SP? I know the Bowman mega was his first card (2017), and then the topps now card at the podium. Was this card priced so highly because of its early release and hype? I think the PR is around 1500ish, so its not a SSP. Other SSP's from other Topps brands can be had for cheaper I think, so it interesting you like this card (I assume due to pedigree).

NYRE2PECT · 05-25-2023, 04:41 PM

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Originally Posted by Trueblue

One of the greatest 24 hr and change performances in the history of the sport!

Mythical and magical, it was.

Trueblue · 05-25-2023, 07:04 PM

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Originally Posted by seanrs1

Thanks for the advice! I didn't collect in 2018, but was it priced that high because it was his first SP? I know the Bowman mega was his first card (2017), and then the topps now card at the podium. Was this card priced so highly because of its early release and hype? I think the PR is around 1500ish, so its not a SSP. Other SSP's from other Topps brands can be had for cheaper I think, so it interesting you like this card (I assume due to pedigree).

Back then Topps actually released sets on-time and Heritage low was a spring craze. Ohtani's cards were a late addition to the printing schedule so they were only inserted in hobby format as the #17 action insert, even though it's clearly a classic Heritage photo. His #600 action in HHN is more reflective of an action variation. So for all intents and purposes his #17 is a straight up SP rookie card. This was a big chase card at that time as people were mystified with Ohtani during spring training. Bowman, TC, and other sets came after Heritage low, but this was his first desirable rookie card and the chase was very real.

Speaking of opening day, the Toy-r-Us purple foil is super underrated as well. Super limited run and virtually zero sealed.

Trueblue · 05-25-2023, 07:18 PM

Dating myself for a minute, but my first job out of college, I worked for a financial firm and one of my first assignments was to do the collateral loan analysis for Toys r Us. It was bad-bad ugly. As you all know, Toys r Us went out of business in 2018 and there were only a handful of stores left to sell the Toys r Us edition opening day. This card holds a special place for me.

zworykin · 05-25-2023, 07:23 PM

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Dating myself for a minute, but my first job out of college, I worked for a financial firm and one of my first assignments was to do the collateral loan analysis for Toys r Us. It was bad-bad ugly. As you all know, Toys r Us went out of business in 2018 and there were only a handful of stores left to sell the Toys r Us edition opening day. This card holds a special place for me.

As an outside lawyer who was involved in their late-days refinancing efforts, global corporate restructuring, etc., before it all finally collapsed, I could tell you some stories.

Trueblue · 05-25-2023, 07:26 PM

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As an outside lawyer who was involved in their late-days refinancing efforts, global corporate restructuring, etc., before it all finally collapsed, I could tell you some stories.

If it was ugly as what I saw in the mid 2000s, I can't even imagine what it looked like in the waning days. There are so many classic business lessons to be learned from the demise of some of those corpora giants from the 80-90s.

NYBBFAN · 05-25-2023, 07:49 PM

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Originally Posted by Trueblue

Dating myself for a minute, but my first job out of college, I worked for a financial firm and one of my first assignments was to do the collateral loan analysis for Toys r Us. It was bad-bad ugly. As you all know, Toys r Us went out of business in 2018 and there were only a handful of stores left to sell the Toys r Us edition opening day. This card holds a special place for me.

The LBO was an unmitigated disaster, as most are.

jmcca170 · 05-25-2023, 08:15 PM

Had this one on my short list as a collector of Ohtani reds. Glad one finally showed up at auction

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HunterConnorMom · 05-25-2023, 09:15 PM

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Originally Posted by jmcca170

Had this one on my short list as a collector of Ohtani reds. Glad one finally showed up at auction

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Awesome love it! Congrats!

seanrs1 · 05-27-2023, 01:11 PM

Was wondering anyone knows the print run on this national topps give away card. Did some research and it looks like this card was given at the stadium for one game only. These cards seem to rarely pop up on Ebay but are fairly cheap? Anyone have any other info? Thanks!

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Stadium

2018 Topps National Baseball Card Day Stadium Giveaways

There is also an in-stadium segment of 2018 Topps National Baseball Card Day featuring team-specific packs and a different selection from the main NBCD set. These are not the same cards found at hobby shops.

Los Angeles Angels - 8/6/18

ScooterD · 05-27-2023, 01:53 PM

I really like the look of that card and want one - thanks for making me aware!

hammertime · 05-27-2023, 02:23 PM

I've seen plenty of the batting pose, never seen the pitching one before.

seanrs1 · 05-27-2023, 02:47 PM

I think there is one of these cards on Ebay right now for $70. Not mine (I don't sell my cards on Ebay). I just noticed these cards appear super rare. Not sure if they are SP or SSP cards. I was hoping someone like Trueblue might know the story on this card.

zworykin · 05-27-2023, 06:23 PM

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Originally Posted by seanrs1

I think there is one of these cards on Ebay right now for $70. Not mine (I don't sell my cards on Ebay). I just noticed these cards appear super rare. Not sure if they are SP or SSP cards. I was hoping someone like Trueblue might know the story on this card.

Boo to whoever snagged it... before I could...

tconte · 05-27-2023, 07:38 PM

Love the ruby museum card. Nice pickup!

hammertime · 05-27-2023, 10:59 PM

Seemed like a lot of soft contact tonight...were any of the hits he gave up hit hard?

Trueblue · 05-27-2023, 11:01 PM

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Seemed like a lot of soft contact tonight...were any of the hits he gave up hit hard?

Nah, lot of 0-2 safety swings punched into the shallow OF.

hammertime · 05-27-2023, 11:01 PM

Matt Thaiss comes up big!!! Hope they can hold on to this lead...

Trueblue · 05-27-2023, 11:29 PM

I wonder what is the most number of pitches thrown before stealing a base. He's a freak.

BabaORiley · 05-27-2023, 11:45 PM

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Originally Posted by hammertime

Matt Thaiss comes up big!!! Hope they can hold on to this lead...

[Narrator]: "They did not hold onto the lead"

NYRE2PECT · 05-28-2023, 08:29 AM

Does Sho start in Houston on Thur or Fri?

Looking to get over there for the game.

hammertime · 05-28-2023, 08:48 AM

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[Narrator]: "They did not hold onto the lead"

Yeah I don't know what I was thinking

hammertime · 05-28-2023, 08:48 AM

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Originally Posted by NYRE2PECT

Does Sho start in Houston on Thur or Fri?

Looking to get over there for the game.

He should be slated for Friday right? I'm in Houston right now for a wedding, I should've asked if they could push it back a week.

NYRE2PECT · 05-28-2023, 08:56 AM

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He should be slated for Friday right? I'm in Houston right now for a wedding, I should've asked if they could push it back a week.

Hieeee!

Have fun in H-Town. I think Friday too, but would be bummed to buy the wrong day.

BigSlim16 · 05-28-2023, 12:43 PM

Happy to add this card to the PC. Two icons

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05-27-2023, 01:11 PM	#11760
seanrs1 Member Join Date: Aug 2019 Location: Michigan Posts: 2,767	Was wondering anyone knows the print run on this national topps give away card. Did some research and it looks like this card was given at the stadium for one game only. These cards seem to rarely pop up on Ebay but are fairly cheap? Anyone have any other info? Thanks! Sent from my SM-G960U using Tapatalk https://www.cardboardconnection.com/...card-day-cards Stadium 2018 Topps National Baseball Card Day Stadium Giveaways There is also an in-stadium segment of 2018 Topps National Baseball Card Day featuring team-specific packs and a different selection from the main NBCD set. These are not the same cards found at hobby shops. Los Angeles Angels - 8/6/18 __________________ PC-#1 Ohtani PC-Acuna, Soto, Tatis Jr., JRod, Vladdy Jr. Starting to collect-Judge, Betts, Trout Bag holder-#1 Wander Franco, #2 Tatis Jr. Last edited by seanrs1; 05-27-2023 at 02:45 PM.

05-27-2023, 07:38 PM	#11765
tconte Member Join Date: May 2017 Location: Marlton, NJ - Less Than an Hour from the Millville Meteor! Posts: 2,033 aconte	Love the ruby museum card. Nice pickup! __________________ Numbered cards......this is no longer the way. If you invest in cards, don't forget Cecil Cooper!

05-28-2023, 08:29 AM	#11771
NYRE2PECT Member Join Date: Jul 2019 Location: San Antonio Posts: 7,899	Does Sho start in Houston on Thur or Fri? Looking to get over there for the game. __________________ Primarily retired from collecting, but doing a Greatest Sho-man binder thing. I do love California Angels baseball.

05-25-2023, 07:18 PM	#11754
Trueblue Member Join Date: Jan 2015 Location: socal Posts: 6,538	Dating myself for a minute, but my first job out of college, I worked for a financial firm and one of my first assignments was to do the collateral loan analysis for Toys r Us. It was bad-bad ugly. As you all know, Toys r Us went out of business in 2018 and there were only a handful of stores left to sell the Toys r Us edition opening day. This card holds a special place for me.

05-25-2023, 08:15 PM	#11758
jmcca170 Member Join Date: Aug 2020 Posts: 803	Had this one on my short list as a collector of Ohtani reds. Glad one finally showed up at auction Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

05-27-2023, 01:53 PM	#11761
ScooterD Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Naples, FL Posts: 5,285	I really like the look of that card and want one - thanks for making me aware!

05-27-2023, 02:23 PM	#11762
hammertime Member Join Date: May 2020 Location: OH->MI->MD->VA Posts: 6,732	I've seen plenty of the batting pose, never seen the pitching one before.

05-27-2023, 02:47 PM	#11763
seanrs1 Member Join Date: Aug 2019 Location: Michigan Posts: 2,767	I think there is one of these cards on Ebay right now for $70. Not mine (I don't sell my cards on Ebay). I just noticed these cards appear super rare. Not sure if they are SP or SSP cards. I was hoping someone like Trueblue might know the story on this card.

05-27-2023, 10:59 PM	#11766
hammertime Member Join Date: May 2020 Location: OH->MI->MD->VA Posts: 6,732	Seemed like a lot of soft contact tonight...were any of the hits he gave up hit hard?

05-27-2023, 11:01 PM	#11768
hammertime Member Join Date: May 2020 Location: OH->MI->MD->VA Posts: 6,732	Matt Thaiss comes up big!!! Hope they can hold on to this lead...

05-27-2023, 11:29 PM	#11769
Trueblue Member Join Date: Jan 2015 Location: socal Posts: 6,538	I wonder what is the most number of pitches thrown before stealing a base. He's a freak.

05-28-2023, 12:43 PM	#11775
BigSlim16 Member Join Date: Mar 2017 Posts: 4,332	Happy to add this card to the PC. Two icons Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk