1950s Non-HOFers Worth Collecting

[Frankish]

I'm sure it's been mentioned, but Minnie Minoso gets my vote for top place. There are some great (and affordable!) cards, given his long career. Sam Jethroe, Joe Black, and Hank Thompson are also deserving, though their shorter MLB careers may factor in.

Dom Dimaggio was a pretty great player, too. Being Joe's little brother definitely hurt him in how he is ultimately remembered...or forgotten, as the case may be.

[scmavl]

Originally Posted by Frankish

I'm sure it's been mentioned, but Minnie Minoso gets my vote for top place. There are some great (and affordable!) cards, given his long career. Sam Jethroe, Joe Black, and Hank Thompson are also deserving, though their shorter MLB careers may factor in.

I absolutely agree with these names. I picked up RCs of most of these recently, which can be had for next to nothing (comparably). I'd also add Luke Easter and Don Newcombe. Plus, Sam Jethroe's second year card ('51 Bowman) might just be one of the best looking baseball cards of all time.

[Frankish]

Total bargains (although only time will tell if they make good investments). I love that 51B card, as well.

Here's a 1948 photo of Jethroe, for whatever it's worth....