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PODCAST

1988 Topps

Matt Kuzma and David McEllis

Every card has a story to tell. In this 700+ episode series, Matt Kuzma and David McEllis discuss a different 1988 Topps baseball card every week. Send your questions and suggestions to 1988ToppsPodcast@gmail.com.

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00:39:42

Jim Traber (#544)

1988 Topps ·

2024/05/01

Inspired by Jim Traber's singing of the National Anthem before his own baseball game, we offer the 1988 Topps Podcast Triathlon: Event 1: Bike 10 miles while listening to Ruben Sierra's music Event 2: Sing a solo from any Broadway musical Event 3: Beat the Mets with any team in RBI Baseball Card 544 on Beckett SABR Bio by Malcolm Allen 1987 Topps Traber Jim's Draft Day article Charging the mound, getting kicked in the head Oklahoma State HOF Jim discusses his health

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00:27:04

Lance McCullers (#197)

1988 Topps ·

2024/04/21

An episode about a Florida Man almost losing his hand, but not to an encounter with a snake or gator! Card 197 on Beckett Card Corner of Lance's 1990 Score card McCullers Christmas Trees Lance on Father's Day Stathead Search: 120 IP/0 Starts/9+k/9 San Diego Padres New York Yankees Texas Rangers

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00:39:09

Mike Campbell (#246)

1988 Topps ·

2024/04/07

Zak Ford, author of Called Up: Ballplayers Remember Becoming Major Leaguers, joins the pod to talk about this Future Star. Card #246 on Beckett Learn more about Called Up Mike Campbell on Greatest 21 Days Mike's interview on BallNine Bob Zuk SABR Bio by John Klima Shisakberry's! Mariners Rangers Padres Cubs

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00:31:49

Joe Price (#786)

1988 Topps ·

2024/03/31

This no-nonsense lefty spent 11 years in MLB and now lives on a 60-foot boat. What more is there to say?Card 786 on Beckett SABR Bio by Bill Nowlin Follow-up: Ron Guidry the drummer Santee, CA Stathead search: Joe Price opponent breakdown Joe teaches appropriate pitching fundamental: be square Joe and Jim Leyritz against Angioma

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00:45:15

Ron Guidry (#535)

1988 Topps ·

2024/03/25

While Yogi Berra once said, “All pitchers are liars or crybabies,” this Yankees legend (and friend of Yogi) may have been an exception.Card 535 on Beckett SABR Bio by Joe Wancho SABR Game Story on Ron's 18-strikeout game by Joe Wancho SI finds Ron on the bayou Remembering Ron's 1978 Louisiana Legends Interview Ron and Yogi

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00:36:31

Ivan Calderon (#184)

1988 Topps ·

2024/03/18

This Puerto Rican outfielder wore his emotions on his sleeve and his fortunes around his neck. Card 184 on Beckett SABR Bio by Daniel Potter Follow-up: Listener Chris' haul of Olwine! 1987 Topps Traded look Ivan climbs the wall in Detroit Sox's Calderon was a gamer

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00:38:04

Tito Landrum (#581)

1988 Topps ·

2024/03/10

This all-around athlete only hit 13 homers in the regular seasons of his career, but his 1983 ALCS game-winning blast was as easy as ABC. Card #581 on Beckett SABR Bio by Malcolm Allen Tito Jackson döppelganger? 1983 ALCS homer video and story Macho Man's teammate Vapor Man Tito goes back to school

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00:36:48

John Marzano (#757)

1988 Topps ·

2024/02/26

This catcher from South Philly wasn't afraid to joke—or spar—with the best of 'em.Card 757 on Beckett SABR Bio by John Stefano The Tragic Death of John Marzano Marzano Tackles Shelby Johnny almost decks Paul O'Neill Harry Kalas and Johnny Marz Boston Red Sox Texas Rangers Seattle Mariners

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00:32:34

Herm Winningham (#614)

1988 Topps ·

2024/02/11

Clerk: [announced over speaker] Paging Mr. Herm. Mr. Herm, you have a telephone call at the front desk. Herm comes to the desk and picks up the receiver. Herm: Yes? Uh huh? Yes, I understand. Herm hangs up the phone. It was the president again. I've got to win a World Series with a two-strike bunt single. Card #614 on Beckett SABR Bio by Bill Nowlin MLB Reds Then and Now Herm Ballnine interview "Reds Hot" Serious Inquiry into Reds Hot Memorable Postseason Bunts

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00:43:27

Bob Horner (#50T)

1988 Topps ·

2024/02/04

This blonde bomber struck fear in the hearts of pitchers across the globe. Would injuries and colluding owners hold him back from success? Card #50T on Beckett SABR Games Project about the Padres/Braves brawl Brawl video Should Atlanta have traded Bob Horner? 1981 SI Article about Bob 4HR Game Bob, the #1 pick Parting Shots at Japan baseball Whitey's concerns about Horner Atlanta Braves Yakult Swallows St. Louis Cardinals

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00:36:03

Mark Eichhorn (#749)

1988 Topps ·

2024/01/28

This unassuming reliever twisted batters into pretzels with his unconventional delivery. Card #749 on Beckett SABR Bio by Tim Sitar Why can't Germans say "squirrel" "MLB's slowest pitcher was completely unhittable" Blue Bird Banter on Mark Eichhorn All-time Greatest Blue Jays Stathead: All-Time Relievers by WAR Stathead: All-Time Relief Seasons by WAR Toronto Blue Jays Atlanta Braves California Angels Baltimore Orioles

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00:27:29

Billy Masse (#67T)

1988 Topps ·

2024/01/22

This gold medalist never made it to the bigs, but his commitment to the New Hampshire Fisher Cats was major league. Card 67T on Beckett Listen to David on Conversations with Sports Fans Follow-up: Cecil and Gumby's card photo game What is Podunk? Masse's profile by GHTBL Billy at Greatest 28 Days Don't you dare give the Sea Dogs a standing O!

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00:42:26

Cecil Cooper (#769)

1988 Topps ·

2024/01/15

Editor's Note: In 1988, Beany and Cecil returned to TV as The New Adventures of Beany and Cecil. The new version was produced and directed by John Kricfalusi, creator of The Ren and Stimpy Show. We regret the omission of this important information. Card #769 on Beckett SABR Bio by Eric Aron Beany and Cecil - Little Ace fro Outer Space The end of Cooper's career The Lou Gehrig of his time Cooper's big hit in the ALCS 1981 Topps article from Baseball Hall Boston Red

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00:43:52

Rick Honeycutt (#641)

1988 Topps ·

2024/01/08

When this versatile pitcher went on a losing streak, it was bulletin board material. Card 641 on Beckett All-Time Butt Shot, 1984 Topps Keith Hernandez Recent Rick with giant hat Chatanooga Choo-Choo Rick and the Thumbtack NYT makes an obvious pun Capping off Rick's coaching career Seattle Mariners Texas Rangers Los Angeles Dodgers Oakland A's New York Yankees St. Louis Cardinals

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00:37:22

Al Pedrique (#294)

1988 Topps ·

2023/12/25

This defensive shortshop never made it as a big league prospect, but he continues to make his mark discovering and nurturing future stars. Plus, how does a 1.4 WAR performance make someone an All-Star Rookie AND an All-Star on the premier baseball video game of the decade? Card 294 on Beckett Game-winning bloop by @1992Pirates Handshaking bandit by @1992Pirates Tough start in the minors by @PiratesOTD Al Pedrique, Greatest 21 Days Al Pedrique on MILB Al Pedrique and Jose Altuve on MLB

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01:00:28

Keith Hernandez (#610)

1988 Topps ·

2023/12/17

Mark Simon returns to the pod to discuss Elaine Benes' most-famous boyfriend (other than Lloyd Braun, of course.) Card 610 on Beckett SABR Bio by Michael Martell Guest Mark Simon's website Follow-up: 1988 Topps Big Card Guillermo Hernandez SI Story about Keith and his Dad About John Hernandez, the ballplayer Big hit in the 1982 World Series The Cardinals trade Keith away Big hit in the 1986 World Series The Cooperstown case for Keith Keith says something stupid about

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00:54:00

Willie Hernandez (#713)

1988 Topps ·

2023/12/11

This versatile reliever had one of the best closer seasons in Major League history and one of our favorite quotes: "You think I look mean when I pitch? I guess it's because I'm hungry to take you out. I'm hungry to make some money." Card 513 on ⁠Beckett⁠ SABR Bio by ⁠Gary Gillette⁠ Obituary at ⁠RIP Baseball⁠ Ismael Miranda "⁠Caretas⁠" ⁠Phillies 23 - Cubs 22⁠ Dan Ford ⁠HBP in World Series⁠ ⁠Worst Swing Ever⁠? 1984 World Series ⁠Final Out⁠ 1984 World

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00:30:26

Tom Bolton (#442)

1988 Topps ·

2023/12/04

This versatile lefty joined the pros at age 18 and pitched for 19 years. And as far as we can tell, he never had a case of the Mondays! Card 442 on Beckett SABR Bio by David Moore Antioch pitcher drafted! Tom profiled at Greatest 21 Days Story about 'The Way Down' Nashville Sounds, Boston Red Sox, Cincinnati Reds, Detroit Tigers, and Baltimore Orioles

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00:36:01

Tom Brookens (#474)

1988 Topps ·

2023/11/20

This brookie combines brownie batter and chocolate chip cookie dough to create a decadent half brownie, half cookie bar that's fun and easy to make. Card 474 on Beckett SABR Bio by Pat Kilroy and Larry Hilliard Hall of Fame Card Corner 1980 Topps Rookie with no moustache Tom's SABR Best Game project Brookens plays catcher in 1985 "I'm pretty cool where I'm at" in Detroit Free Press Great ejection as 3rd base coach at Erie "Pennsylvania Polka"

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00:28:00

Mike Kingery (#532)

1988 Topps ·

2023/11/13

This Minnesota journeyman moved 52 times in his 17-year baseball career, but as long as he found a spot in the outfield, he felt at home. Card 532 on Beckett Three Rivers Stadium menu SABR Bio by Doug Ernst Greatest 21 Days - Mike Kingery The Kingery Family Solid Foundation Baseball School

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