[kerryandbeth]

Yeah, sorry to have caused some derailment of the thread. That being said, that's one of the things I do like about us in the forum ... we usually have very cordial (and usually intelligent) discussions. We all have different views, different teams loyalties, etc. but respect each other and can playfully goad each other without any hurt feelings.

I don't mind a bit! In fact, if you had nothing to say in response I would be disappointed and worried that something happened to you!!

[DrMitchJ]

I don't mind a bit! In fact, if you had nothing to say in response I would be disappointed and worried that something happened to you!!

LOL

So as a Twin's fan, how'd that Lance Lynn trade work out for you?
Is Tyler Austin as Awesome as I said? Is Lance Lynn as Lame as I thought?
You guys really got the best of THAT deal. IMO

[kerryandbeth]

LOL

So as a Twin's fan, how'd that Lance Lynn trade work out for you?
Is Tyler Austin as Awesome as I said? Is Lance Lynn as Lame as I thought?
You guys really got the best of THAT deal. IMO

I stand behind my original assessment that Lynn is not missed and having a right handed bat that can hit breaking balls (Austin, not Sano) is great.
How about what your team gave up for McCutchen?

[bengalsandreds]

I would trade on here if it didn't cost anything to have an org. I do like all the people I've interacted with and agree that the world would be a better place if everyone was more like this community.

[hempick]

I think a big part of it is the lack of card shows now. Back when I started collecting, there were sports cards shows every month or so at my local mall. There were plenty at other nearby malls, too. I really enjoyed them. I miss that aspect of the hobby. Prices are definitely better online, but it comes at a different kind of cost.

[kerryandbeth]

I think a big part of it is the lack of card shows now. Back when I started collecting, there were sports cards shows every month or so at my local mall. There were plenty at other nearby malls, too. I really enjoyed them. I miss that aspect of the hobby. Prices are definitely better online, but it comes at a different kind of cost.

I cannot remember the last time I have been to a card show. I also have not been inside a local hobby shop since the late 90's.

[bengalsandreds]

I think a big part of it is the lack of card shows now. Back when I started collecting, there were sports cards shows every month or so at my local mall. There were plenty at other nearby malls, too. I really enjoyed them. I miss that aspect of the hobby. Prices are definitely better online, but it comes at a different kind of cost.

I've been lucky that there is a decent sized show every month at a nearby hotel. There is also a few others in the area. And the National is in Cleveland every few years. Although I do miss a good mall show. Brings back memories. While like you said, most prices are better online, there are deals to be found at shows, and there is nothing like checking the card out in person. Especially if you plan on dropping a lot of money on a card, like I may or may not have done at this year's National....

[kerryandbeth]

I completed a trade last night and when I printed the invoice I was very surprised to see that the other guy also lived here in Rochester, MN! So, I met him in person today to exchange cards. That is the 1st Beckett person I have ever seen.

[cjgiannini]

I completed a trade last night and when I printed the invoice I was very surprised to see that the other guy also lived here in Rochester, MN! So, I met him in person today to exchange cards. That is the 1st Beckett person I have ever seen.

Cool!