Usually when a Hall of Famer has passed, I try to honor his career with a Top 5 list of favorite cards in my collection. When reports of the great Al Kaline's death started making the rounds, I hopped onto the TCDB and searched what cards I had of him.
According to the TCDB, I have 3. One is a insert with Miguel Cabrerra, and another is one of those Score magic motion history cards. That leaves me one card that focuses solely on Mr. Kaline.
For being the only Kaline card in my collection, it seems appropriate with the clouds in the background.
There are better tributes out there, personal stories and tales of his greatness both on and off the field. I've got none of those. I'm just a fan who knows we lost an all-time great and wanted to pay his respects.
Sometimes keeping it simple is the best way to go.
Rest in peace, Mr. Kaline.
Great tribute, well said. Also, epic post title ;-)
ReplyDeleteI have a ton of Kaline cards... and this Stadium Club card is right up there among my favorites. Like shoeboxlegends said... great tribute.
ReplyDeleteSo perfectly precise with a great photo choice. I was surprised by his passing since he was such an active fellow. He lived a good life, with "good" to mean unselfishly. He will be missed.
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