1975 Topps Page by Page: Page 12 (100-108)

I'm sure that you all remember that I finally completed my 1975 Topps set. 

Now that it's done I thought it would be fun to look through the set and talk about it. Going page by page seemed like a good way to go about it. Hopefully you find it interesting to read what I have to say.

How about we continue with page 12?

Red Sox Cards on the Page:  1. After a long drought, we got one!

Cards that make the 1975 Topps set cool: Ok, if page 11 was a dud with the coolness factor, this one more than makes up for it. what are some of the coolness categories? 1) 1975 World Series team members. We have one from each side on this page. 2) Cards of young Hall of Famers. While "young" may be pushing it, there's a mid-career Willie Stargell on the page. And, while Bill Madlock isn't a Hall of Famer, it's an early card of a Pirates legend. 3) Team cards. Check. Not only that, but it's an early representative of a team that no longer exists. Very cool. 4) Managers as players. When I started this set build, The Human Rain Delay was very much still on my mind as a manager. A rookie cup card of his is definitely cool.

My favorite card on the page: Again, lots to work with here. But, I'm going to go with the Stargell. While the card isn't anything special, the player certainly is. It's great to be able to have one of his early efforts in my collection.

What would your answers to those last two categories be?

A Spring Training Sale!

Do you hear that? The pop of the ball hitting the glove? The crack of the ball hitting the bat? You know what that means, don't you? Spring Training is in full effect! Baseball and the 2020 Red Sox season is JUST around the corner. If you're anything like me, you're getting ready for the season too. Make sure the scorebook is ready, and there is plenty of gear to wear to games.

When you do that, are you finding your wardrobe lacking? Like it could use some fresh threads to really start the season off right. Like the wonderful gear from Section 36! Well, today's the perfect day to think that because it's all on SALE!

That's right! Today through Sunday, the Section 36 store will be on sale! Don't miss this opportunity! 

So, head over right now and select something that you like. But, don't delay. Remember, the sale only runs through Sunday! Only a few days before prices go back to their regular levels.

Click Here Now!

And, as always, when you do get an item, send me a picture wearing it for me to share with the world! The blog, Facebook, and even Instagram! Not only would it be a great way to show the world your amazing outfit, but if you have a business or cause that needs promotion, it's an easy way to get a mention on Section 36!

Like Sabrina did!

This Tank Top is on Sale!

Or like Lauren did!

This Tank Top is on Sale!

Like Bridget did! (With some help from K. Garcia Productions)

This sweatshirt is on sale!

Or, like Bernadette did to show off how amazing this tank top looks on her.

This tank is on sale!

Or Phil did

This tank is also on sale!

Or Holly did with her cozy new hoodie.

This hoodie is on sale!

Or Nicolette did with her great t-shirt!

This t-shirt is on sale!

Or like Allison did!

This t-shirt is on sale!

Or, like Sierra did!

This t-shirt is on sale!

But, first you need to buy something you like. There's a lot to choose from. There are even a couple new designs to choose from!

What will you get?

1975 Topps Page by Page: Page 11 (91-99)

I'm sure that you all remember that I finally completed my 1975 Topps set. 

Now that it's done I thought it would be fun to look through the set and talk about it. Going page by page seemed like a good way to go about it. Hopefully you find it interesting to read what I have to say.

How about we continue with page 11?

Red Sox Cards on the Page:  0. But, Impossible Dream legend Jim Lonborg makes an appearance.

Cards that make the 1975 Topps set cool: Frankly, this page is pretty generic. The Lonborg card is probably the coolest one out there.

My favorite card on the page: Will it be a clean sweep? I love the closely cropped fake action shot on the Folkers. And I want to make the easy joke. But, I have to go back to Lonborg. It's always interesting to see players I lost track of playing elsewhere. I didn't remember that Lonborg played for the Phillies until I saw that card, which is what I think a card collection is supposed to do. Record history so you can look back at it later.

What would your answers to those last two categories be?

2020 Topps Series 1 Blaster!

It took me forever to find these on the shelves! And, then, it took me a couple days to finally post about it. I hope you think it was worth the wait as I look at my first blaster break of 2020!

And hoping you still care.

There's the outside of the box, so you know what you're looking for on the shelves.

Seven packs, and the extra special rookie card retrospective card pack! Let's start with that one...shall we?

Ok. I usually don't understand the point of these manufacture patch/relic/medallion things Topps does. But, I absolutely LOVE these. Or, at least I love this one. The thick card with the cut-out for the rookie card logo adds a great depth to the piece. And, it doesn't scream cheap and gaudy like a big coin or made up patch. Simple, elegant, and wonderful. 

The first Red Sox card of 2020! And he's still on the team! A Red Sox card in the first pack has to be a good sign, right? As for the card itself? I like the design. It's not as cluttered as I'd feared, or as others have said. The design is actually pretty simple, and tucked off to the side. It leaves a lot of room for the picture, which I always appreciate. Well done.

Two packs, two Red Sox cards! Another guy who is still on the team. I like how JD's arm fits perfectly into the little notch in the card's design

No Red Sox cards in the third pack, so I guess I'll use this one to show off the horizontal design. I like the horizontal even better since it tucks the design away even more. 

Back on the Red Sox bandwagon! This is showing off the Future Stars subset. It also shows how Topps keeps flipping the side of the card the border shows up on. It wasn't much of a big deal for this blaster. But, I could imagine it being annoying if I'm flipping through a big stack looking for a specific player that I want. 

No Red Sox cards, so let's check out the Turkey Red inserts. This design works well as a small insert set. The cards look too similar if you've got hundreds of them in a binder. But, a few sprinkled here and there can add some variety.

No Sox again, so here's a combo card of two Blue Jays future stars. These guys have a special place in my heart since I was able to see them play in AA (along with Vlad Jr) a couple times. Fun to see them advance as a group like that. I also enjoy these combo cards. Sure, they can be corny. But, cards are supposed to be fun...aren't they?

Speaking of Mr. Biggio, here's the foil version of his solo card. I could really take or leave the foil parallels. I'm split between not needing ANOTHER parallel to chase and liking the idea of having another different Xander Bogaerts card to try and collect.

So, that's what I got out my blaster. I was pretty pleased.

What did you get in yours?

1975 Topps Page by Page: Page 10 (82-90)

I'm sure that you all remember that I finally completed my 1975 Topps set. 

Now that it's done I thought it would be fun to look through the set and talk about it. Going page by page seemed like a good way to go about it. Hopefully you find it interesting to read what I have to say.

How about we continue with page 10?

Red Sox Cards on the Page:  0. Not this time Sox fans.

Cards that make the 1975 Topps set cool: 1975 World Series participants are always cool. So, seeing the George Foster card certainly makes me smile!

My favorite card on the page: I'd like to say it's the Rust Staub. A card of a great player from the middle of his career is always fun. Plus, the feel of the picture makes me thing it's not a posed action shot...and is actually an action shot. Something about the Joe Lis card in the middle calls to me, though. Maybe it's the fantastic "C" on his cap. Maybe it's his faraway gaze. But, it's my favorite card on the page.

What would your answers to those last two categories be?