Brooks Robinson and the Baltimore Orioles

[Nunzio11]

I picked up this Blade game worn jersey as a gift for my wife. Yup a game worn jersey for my wife for Christmas, what’s better than that? She worked with Mark’s son Rob for over 15 years and became very close with the whole family. Rob unfortunately passed away 3 years ago at the age of 47 from the same form of cancer that took Mark’s life at such a young age. I thought the jersey would be a great tribute to her friend who was just a tremendous person. She loves it and is still looking for the perfect place to showcase it.

[Mark70Z]

Originally Posted by Nunzio11

I picked up this Blade game worn jersey as a gift for my wife. Yup a game worn jersey for my wife for Christmas, what’s better than that? She worked with Mark’s son Rob for over 15 years and became very close with the whole family. Rob unfortunately passed away 3 years ago at the age of 47 from the same form of cancer that took Mark’s life at such a young age. I thought the jersey would be a great tribute to her friend who was just a tremendous person. She loves it and is still looking for the perfect place to showcase it.

Tony,

That's awesome! I'm also partial to the orange jerseys; think they look great. Now get that Blade jersey displayed...

We're in Day 23 and Mark Belanger has been mentioned several times. I know he was one of my favorite Orioles and was, in my view, the best defensive shortstop on the Orioles (that's saying something in itself) and possibly one of the greatest in all of baseball.

[Mark70Z]

If you haven't already take the poll that Clint set up: What Is Your Favorite Brooks Robinson Card? 1957 thru 1963

Should be fun to discuss...

[quitcrab]

Ezrine is definitely an Orioles sponsor. I can remember Chuck Thompson promoting them during his broadcast. I might be wrong with this but (it has been 40 plus years ) I feel Chuck would even give an address or a street location. Something like “ visit Ezrine for all your cars needs on Loch Raven Blvd “
Really unique photo Mark. Thanks for posting it and bringing back memories.

I just did a quick google search-no Ezrine on Loch Raven...only on Baltimore National Pike Belair. Maybe they had one on Loch Raven and closed up shop.

[quitcrab]

Another square cut from my collection.

[roarfrom34]

I enjoy collecting game used Orioles bats from the 1970's/80's, particularly those from the Bicentennial year of 1976....I'll post one Bicentennial bat a month (until I run out lol):

Here is a Mark Belanger game used bat from his only All Star Season:

[BaltOrioles]

Yesterday, I mentioned postcards produced by Mike Andersen. While many of his postcards focused on the west coast teams (A's and Giants), he did a group of 29 Orioles in 1969. These are very well done with very glossy fronts. They have postcard backs and most have "Photo by Mike Andersen" stamped on on the back.

1969 Mike Andersen Postcards (I Have These)

1969 Mike Andersen 01.jpg 1969 Mike Andersen 02.jpg
1969 Mike Andersen 03.jpg 1969 Mike Andersen 04.jpg
1969 Mike Andersen 05.jpg

These are the Orioles I still need PLUS Fred Beene, Dick Hall and Brooks Robinson (no photos available). I'm very interested in picking up any of these.

M. Adamson (Mike Andersen).jpg M. Lopez (Mike Andersen).jpg J. Palmer (Mike Andersen).jpg M. Rettenmund (Mike Andersen).jpg
Mike Adamson, Marcelino Lopez, Jim Palmer, Merv Rettenmund
P.Richert (Mike Andersen).jpg F. Robinson #1 (Mike Anderson).jpg F. Robinson #2 (Mike Andersen).jpg A. Severinsen (Mike Andersen).jpg
Pete Richert, Frank Robinson (2 diff), Al Severinsen

[ksfarmboy]

Never seen those before Alan. Didn’t realize there were so many Orioles items I knew nothing about.

[Mark70Z]

Originally Posted by BaltOrioles

Yesterday, I mentioned postcards produced by Mike Andersen. While many of his postcards focused on the west coast teams (A's and Giants), he did a group of 29 Orioles in 1969. These are very well done with very glossy fronts. They have postcard backs and most have "Photo by Mike Andersen" stamped on on the back.

1969 Mike Andersen Postcards
These are the Orioles I still need PLUS Fred Beene, Dick Hall and Brooks Robinson (no photos available). I'm very interested in picking up any of these.

Mike Adamson, Marcelino Lopez, Jim Palmer,
Merv Rettenmund Pete Richert, Frank Robinson (2 diff), Al Severinsen

Alan,

I’m not familiar with this set. Can I see a picture of the backs?

[Mark70Z]

Originally Posted by roarfrom34

I enjoy collecting game used Orioles bats from the 1970's/80's, particularly those from the Bicentennial year of 1976....I'll post one Bicentennial bat a month (until I run out lol):

Here is a Mark Belanger game used bat from his only All Star Season:

Man, you've got a great collection. I love the Bicentennial bats even though I only have ONE. Of course Belanger is a favorite.

[Mark70Z]

Originally Posted by quitcrab

Another square cut from my collection.

The Frank example might look even better than the Brooks square cut... Great looking proof.