Today is my birthday. I am north of 45 but still south of 50. After I turned 40, they all seem the same. Less hair on my head each year, with what is left turning grayer. At least my waistline has not suffered a midlife crisis. Thanks to trying to keep up with my son, I am still close to the weight I was when I graduated high school.
Even at this age, I still get a few presents. Some I know about, and others are unexpected. One such surprise arrived on Monday from TCDB member OPADK Hokie. He is a fellow Cardinals fan that I have traded with a couple times. He took the time to look at my wantlists and sent 3 nice vintage cards.
First up is a 1960 Topps rookie of Cardinals great Duke Carmel. He only played parts of 3 seasons in St. Louis with 70 total at bats. This is my first card of his. It has a small crease close to his cap, but otherwise is in good condition. I am not picky about condition anyway, so this fits great into my collection.
This 1965 Topps Buchek is my second card of his. This one has a couple of soft corners and a tiny crease, but once again in overall good shape. Bucheck played 7 years for the Cardinals and was a member of the 1964 and 1967 World Series teams.
You should recognize the Cardinal on this 1969 Topps card. I cannot say I have heard of the other 2 guys. Gibson led the league in ERA during 1968 with a 1.12. MLB lowered the pitching mound before the 1969 season to improve scoring. This card is in great condition. No creases and only 1 corner that is a little soft. Overall a great package from a very generous trader.
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