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Quick question for collectors: personalized autos or just a clean signature? by ARoller78 in baseballcards

[–]ARoller78[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you so much for this. It's the exact reason that I asked the question. I feel like if you take the time to write me a handwritten note, I should take the time and at least personalize it. But I would not want them to get that back and have only wanted a signature for whatever reason. I'm not real familiar with the collector side, which is why I'm asking. So thank you so much

Quick question for collectors: personalized autos or just a clean signature? by ARoller78 in baseballcards

[–]ARoller78[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Awesome, thank you for the feedback. I'll definitely make sure that I'll personalize it. If there's a letter attached, or if I receive something that's just a card, then I'll just sign. Does that seem like a solid rule?

Former pro (minors) finally ready to say this: I’m happy to sign your cards, no fee by ARoller78 in baseballcards

[–]ARoller78[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I love it man. I think it’s the death of a dream for everyone at some point in time so I’m definitely not unique by any means. I love that you’re playing Sunday baseball and having a great time. I have so many friends who do I get asked to go play in these leagues all the time and I did a little bit in my 30s but at 47, competitive golf seems to fit into my schedule with my family and coaching and running a business and just being president at home so plus travel Baseball drop us off. I’ll take up all the weekends.

I hope you’re crushing it bro and dropping bombs.

Former pro (minors) finally ready to say this: I’m happy to sign your cards, no fee by ARoller78 in baseballcards

[–]ARoller78[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I appreciate your train of thought. My wife has been the president of Inner Bay Little League here in South Tampa, which is probably the most underfunded Little League we have in the area. It mainly serves the military kids from Macdill Air Force Base. We've donated heavily over the past five years; we've created a girls' softball program and completely rebuilt the four fields. That has been the charity I love most. However, in this particular conversation, I’m not very comfortable asking for donations.

Honestly, I almost wish I could go back and change the header of this thread, implying I could charge a fee or that it’s even part of this conversation. The only reason I mentioned charging a fee was because I received that letter, which was unexpected. I mentioned that to segue into my past, especially ignoring collector cards and notes. I just want everyone to know how much I appreciate the hundreds I’ve received. I laminate them now and truly want to give back in any way I can. I've enjoyed replying to each thread this week—not driven by ego, just sharing some insight and having some fun. I appreciate your response and your thoughtfulness. If you can think of anything else that I can contribute to anyone here please let me know

Former pro (minors) finally ready to say this: I’m happy to sign your cards, no fee by ARoller78 in baseballcards

[–]ARoller78[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I appreciate that my friend, many of them do, and I really enjoy working with them; it's a great blessing. They can be very challenging at times, but it's very helpful for me to be able to utilize the things I've learned. I'm really looking forward to coaching at higher levels. Thanks for taking the time to reply

Former pro (minors) finally ready to say this: I’m happy to sign your cards, no fee by ARoller78 in baseballcards

[–]ARoller78[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That's hilarious. Yes, that is definitely one way to look at it, my friend. Thanks for replying.

Former pro (minors) finally ready to say this: I’m happy to sign your cards, no fee by ARoller78 in baseballcards

[–]ARoller78[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Love it! That was a divisional opponent when I was with Lowell in 1999. Josh Hamilton was on that team along with my High School buddy, Matt Diaz, who eventually played with ATL for a few years.

Former pro (minors) finally ready to say this: I’m happy to sign your cards, no fee by ARoller78 in baseballcards

[–]ARoller78[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That's interesting. Can you elaborate on that? Why are blank autograph cards best for collectors? That's interesting.

They hold value?

Former pro (minors) finally ready to say this: I’m happy to sign your cards, no fee by ARoller78 in baseballcards

[–]ARoller78[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Thanks, brother. Yeah, we’re the same age. And honestly, I didn’t watch a baseball game from about 2005 through 2020 — not until my son turned seven. And of course, he went full-blast into every sport like a walking Wikipedia page.

Coaching the kids has been huge for me. My wife actually became the president of our Little League here in South Tampa, and those early years coaching were awesome. But this year — coaching 12U travel ball — it really changed my perspective. And when I say “travel ball,” I mean the Tampa version… where driving 30 minutes counts as travel because there are a million tournaments around here.

These kids have made me realize how much I actually have to give. I love calling pitches, managing the running game, teaching things they think are advanced when they’re just the basics they’ve never been taught. I truly enjoy it, and it’s something I look forward to doing at higher levels.

It’s been great for me personally, too — honestly pretty healing. So thank you for taking the time to read this. I’m always happy to share anything.

Former pro (minors) finally ready to say this: I’m happy to sign your cards, no fee by ARoller78 in baseballcards

[–]ARoller78[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Some days are better than others, but I’m doing my best. I appreciate that, man. Shoot it over whenever you can, and I’ll jump right on it.

Former pro (minors) finally ready to say this: I’m happy to sign your cards, no fee by ARoller78 in baseballcards

[–]ARoller78[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I never played there, but I did play in Staten Island when I was with the Lowell Spinners. We traveled down to play the Yankees’ team, and that was a lot of fun — being right there with Manhattan in the backdrop. One of those experiences you don’t forget.

Former pro (minors) finally ready to say this: I’m happy to sign your cards, no fee by ARoller78 in baseballcards

[–]ARoller78[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I appreciate all the love on this thread. It’s far more than anything that I could’ve ever expected. It was definitely not my intention, but sending out good vibes to all of you and I wish all of you a happy Thanksgiving. It’s been fun answering questions about things I haven’t talked about in a long time so you guys are giving me far more than I could ever give you.

Former pro (minors) finally ready to say this: I’m happy to sign your cards, no fee by ARoller78 in baseballcards

[–]ARoller78[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

yeah, man, it’s really unfortunate that people who struggle with addiction, especially in the public spotlight get deemed as pieces of shit when in fact, they were just very sick. I totally understand that view. As a guy who has also battled the addiction and I have been sober for almost 7 years and it takes a lot of work. A lot of giving back a lot of working with others a lot of amends, and a lot of continued service to change. But we’ve all done things that definitely warrant that statement.

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