RYAN 70s RUN - IN PROGRESS

[Samsdaddy]

Great run so far Matt.

One of the things that has always amazed me about Nolan Ryan is I don't ever recall him battling any injuries/arm issues. He threw harder than any other pitcher and his career lasted over 20 years which makes it even more impressive.

[David W]

Originally Posted by Samsdaddy

Great run so far Matt.

One of the things that has always amazed me about Nolan Ryan is I don't ever recall him battling any injuries/arm issues. He threw harder than any other pitcher and his career lasted over 20 years which makes it even more impressive.

He was injured some in 1975, pitching 198 innings, down from over 300 the year before.

And Matt, cool Ryan collection. Now you just have to go after the other Ryan cards from the 70's.

[Samsdaddy]

Originally Posted by David W

He was injured some in 1975, pitching 198 innings, down from over 300 the year before.

And Matt, cool Ryan collection. Now you just have to go after the other Ryan cards from the 70's.

Thanks David.

Still, it is quite impressive that he rarely dealt with injuries when it seems so common for many pitchers today.

By the way, my favorite Ryan card from this group is the 1971 Topps. I just love the action shot.

[Bestdj777]

Another beautiful run. I love looking at your posts. I always coveted the 68 Topps growing up, and it was one of the first cards I picked up when I returned to the hobby. Mine is pictured below. Not nearly the example you have, but I grabbed this before starting my Mantle run where $100-200 still seemed like a crazy price to spend on a card:

[MattyC]

Wow-- looks from the scan like that auto RC has no tilt and great left right centering? Must have killer eye appeal in hand.

Really, Ryan's career will come to boggle the mind as today's elite pitchers struggle to hit the lofty 3000k plateau. I mean, nearly 6000? Daaaaaamn.

[David W]

Originally Posted by Samsdaddy

Thanks David.

Still, it is quite impressive that he rarely dealt with injuries when it seems so common for many pitchers today.

By the way, my favorite Ryan card from this group is the 1971 Topps. i just love the action shot.

I always thought the Royal Crown in the background was somewhat prophetic perhaps.

[almostdone]

I love how Ryan was careful to sign around his face with the autograph on that Rookie. Very nice.
Drew

[Bestdj777]

Originally Posted by almostdone

I love how Ryan was careful to sign around his face with the autograph on that Rookie. Very nice.
Drew

Thanks Drew. I have never noticed that before, very interesting. And, it does not look like he hesitated at all with the signature either.

[CW]

Great cards and good luck with the run!

The '77 Topps Ryan is a sweet card with a great photo. If and when a PSA 9 shows up with nice centering there's usually a fight for it, so be prepared.