December pickups

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Got this one at the local Stratford CT show today. I can't say that I have acquired too many autographs in person, but I will say that this was by far the most memorable... Dwight took the time to pose for photos, make small talk, and shake the hand of every guest...

I took this one out of my minor league collection... when I brought it up to him, he said that the photo was from 82, but the card was from 83. I commented on how impressive his 83 season was (18-4, 300k's), and he came back with a big smile and said "19-19 wins in 83" He continued to tell me how he actually started the season off 0-3 and was on the verge of being sent down, he had a scheduled start and was terribly sick. He decided to work through it. He won the game and went 19-1 in his next 20 decisions...

The rest was history

Really impressed with Dwight's professionalism, graciousness and ability to relate with kids and adults alike... Couldn't have asked for a better autograph guest.

He even signed his full name for me!

and I checked the stats on google after... I stand corrected it was 19 wins!