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Moeller Card Show updates

We wanted to pass along the latest information from one of our favorite events — the Moeller Sports Card Show, being held at Moller High School April 26th, 27th & 28th.

According to the email newsletter that was sent out earlier today, jockey Steve Cauthen has cancelled his appearance and Big Red Machine pitcher Don Gullet’s scheduled appearance looks doubtful. For the Cauthen fans out there, Cincy Card Shows was able to hold a private signing with Cauthen and signed items will be available for purchase at the Moeller show.

To make up the cancellations, Eric Davis has been added to the lineup and will be signing from 1:30 – 3:30pm on Saturday and 10:30am – 12:30pm on Sunday. Prices will be $20 on a small flat or a ball, $30 on a large item or equipment. A free inscription is included.

The spring Moeller Show lineup will now include Johnny Bench, Don Gullet (TBD), Norm Charlton, Arron Pryor, Will McEaney, Jack Billingham and Eric Davis. Times, pricing and more details can be found at cincycardshows.com.

Along with the celebrity appearances and fantastic dealer tables, Cincy Cards Shows will be raffling off a painting of Johnny Bench by local sports artist Brent Naughton. Here are the details:

Some of you have seen his work at the Moeller shows before or maybe you have seen his artwork elsewhere. Brent Naughton has created an awesome 11×14 painting of Johnny Bench. You can see this at www.facebook.com/cincycardshows During the show split the pot tickets will be sold for the artwork. The artwork will be signed by Johnny Bench and given away at 3pm on Saturday. The winner that is pulled must pick up the artwork from the show by 4pm on Sunday. The way the split the pot works is that tickets will be sold $10 each or 3 for $25. Half of the money will go to Brent to recoup his costs on the piece. The other half will be donated to Moeller High School. Thanks to Brent for making this possible.

Johnny Bench painting by Cincinnati artist Brent Naughton

Johnny Bench painting by Cincinnati artist Brent Naughton

Hope to see you at Moeller this weekend!

1955 Topps Chuck Harmon baseball card
Shin Soo Choo 2013 Topps Heritage
1953 Topps Jackie Robinson
Major Lazer's 1974 Topps card

Topps Lollapalooza cards

The full set on Facebook

1977 Topps George Foster
2013 Topps Heritage Zack Cozart
Frank Robinson 1960 Topps
Mat Latos 1987 Topps Mini
2013 Joey Votto 1972 Topps mini
Josh Hamilton Turkey Red

Happy Thanksgiving

For all of us at OMGreds, we wish you and yours a fabulous Thanksgiving! Thank you for all your support the past few years, we are truely grateful. Hoping to see many of you at Redsfest!

2012 Topps Heritage

2012 Topps Heritage baseball cards - Joey Votto and Mat Latos

Nice pulls from OMGreds fan @RyanSimps

2012 Topps Heritage hit the streets yesterday. If you listen very closely, you can still hear the subtle sound of packs being ripped open across the country. Ah, the sounds of spring!

Being full grown adults here at OMGreds, it’s no surprise that we dig baseball cards and Topps Heritage always gets us pumped. This year’s edition, based on the 1963 Topps set, is no exception. Heck, the past few years have all been great when it comes to the retro designs.

The Joey Votto and Mat Latos cards pictured above were pulled by OMGreds reader Ryan Simpson (@RyanSimps). Are they gorgeous, or what? That Votto is stunning and we’re stoked to see Mat Latos in a Reds uniform for an early 2012 release – even if it is “airbrushed.”

Here’s the Reds checklist for the 2012 Topps Heritage set. Collect ‘em all!

1 “League Leaders” Jose Reyes – Ryan Braun – Matt Kemp – Hunter Pence – Joey Votto
21 Drew Stubbs
29 Brad Peacock, Devin Mesoraco, Justin De Fratus, Joe Savery (Rookie Stars)
29 Brad Peacock, Devin Mesoraco, Justin De Fratus, Joe Savery (Error Short Print Rookie Stars)
37 Yonder Alonso
39 Bronson Arroyo
63 Team Card
70 Homer Bailey
90 Joey Votto
90 Joey Votto (Color swap variation)
116 Johnny Cueto
133 Todd Frazier
158 Steve Lombardozzi, Pedro Florimon Jr., Matt Dominguez, Devin Mesoraco (Rookie Stars)
178 Devin Mesoraco
194 Francisco Cordero
203 Scott Rolen
225 Aroldis Chapman
225 Aroldis Chapman (Blue-Border Variation – Walmart Exclusive)
242 Jay Bruce, Justin Upton (Power Plus)
244 Francisco Cordero
304 Brandon Phillips
326 Ramon Hernandez
334 Mat Latos
341 Ryan Madson
341 Ryan Madson (Black text variation SP)
400 Jay Bruce
407 Matt Dominguez, Jeremy Moore, Devin Mesoraco, Michael Taylor (Rookie Stars)
422 Dusty Baker
NAP-JV Joey Votto (New Age Performer)

Chrome parallels:

HP6 Joey Votto
HP24 Jay Bruce
HP56 Johnny Cueto
HP84 Brandon Phillips
P97 Steve Lombardozzi, Pedro Florimon Jr., Matt Dominguez, Devin Mesoraco

Relics & Autographs:

FR-FR Frank Robinson (Stadium Relic)
CCR-AC Aroldis Chapman (MLB Clubhouse Relic)
CCR-BP Brandon Phillips (MLB Clubhouse Relic)
CCR-JBR Jay Bruce (MLB Clubhouse Relic)
CCAR-FR Jay Bruce (MLB Clubhouse Auto Relic)
CCDAR-RB Frank Robinson / Jay Bruce (MLB Clubhouse Dual Auto Relic)
ROA-JB Jim Brosnan (Real One Auto – Blue Ink)
ROA-JB Jim Brosnan (Real One Auto – Red Ink #/63)
ROA-EK Eddie Kasko (Real One Auto – Blue Ink)
ROA-EK Eddie Kasko (Real One Auto – Red Ink #/63)
FA-FR Frank Robinson (Flashback Auto – #/25)

1963 Topps Original Buybacks:

Chico Cardenas
Johnny Edwards
Gene Freese
Actually… there are a whole bunch :)

For a look at the entire 2012 set, its parallels, short prints, relics, autographs and more, check out Sports Card Radio’s preview.

Spring Happenings

We’re keeping a running list of fun Reds and baseball related happenings around Cincinnati this spring. Make sure to check back for updates, and follow us on Twitter (@OMGreds). If you run across something we should add, or are promoting your own event, give us a shout.

Big Red Machine Exhibit Preview Night

Reds Hall of Fame & Museum // Friday, 03/30/12 – 5:00pm

The Reds Hall of Fame & Museum is holding a special event on Friday, March 30 that will offer a sneak-peek of the Hall of Fame’s signature exhibit for 2012, The Big Red Machine, Presented by Dinsmore & Shohl.

Tickets for this special evening are $20 for members and $30 for the general public. To purchase tickets and to RSVP, please contact Colin Ethier at cethier@reds.com or at 513-765-7921.

www.redsmuseum.org

Big Red Machine Exhibit opens

Reds Hall of Fame & Museum // Saturday, 03/31/12 – 10:00am

We’re excited to see the new Reds HOF exhibit featuring the Big Red Machine. A bit of info from the HOF:

In 2012, the Cincinnati Reds Hall of Fame and Museum highlights the greatest era in Reds history with “The Big Red Machine,” a new exhibit that brings the exploits of the Machine to life like never before. Featuring rare artifacts, compelling stories, striking visuals and much more, the exhibit is an unforgettable experience for fans of all ages. The exhibit will run throughout the baseball season.

www.redsmuseum.org

Reds Spring Showcase

GABP // Tuesday, 04/03/2012 – 7:00pm – Gates open at 5:00pm

Seriously, this should be pretty fun. A nice little treat before Opening Day at a bargin price. We’ll be there. You?

Player on the Futures roster will be signing autographs in the Fan Zone from 6-6:30.

More Information, tickets

Opening Day Eve Kick-Off Party

Green Diamond Gallery // Wednesday, 04/04/12 – 6:00 to ??

The Green Diamond Gallery is hosting an Opening Day Eve party with Reds pitchers Mike Leake and Bronson Arroyo. Sounds like an entertaining night. Rarely open to the public, this is your chance to get see one of the single greatest collections of memorabilia on display anywhere. Oh, and the food is pretty good at these things too!

More Information, tickets

93rd Annual Findlay Market Parade

OTR & Downtown // Thursday 04/05/12 1:00pm

The biggest day of the baseball season in Cincinnati is upon us again. Former Red Aaron Boone will be anchoring the parade as this year’s Grand Marshal. Let’s hope for some great weather for the parade AND the game.

www.findlaymarketparade.com

Chris Heisey, Bill Bray & Nick Masset Autograph Session

Middletown Kroger // Friday, 04/06/2012 – 11:00am – 12:00pm

Reds Passport is required – $25. Two autographs per person. Call store for specific details – (513) 423-5161.

Joe Morgan/Pete Rose Autograph Session

Joe Morgan Honda // Friday, 04/06/2012 – 1:00pm – 3:00pm

Morgan and Rose will have a special picture of the two of them to sign and pass out. No other autographs or signing of any memorabilia will be permitted.

There will be a Joe Morgan Limited Edition Honda Accord to be introduced and for sale starting at this event. There will also be a drawing held for a Joe Morgan Swing Trainer.

More Information

Cozart/Bailey Autograph Session

Sports Gallery // Friday, 04/06/2012 – 5:30 to 7:30pm

Sports Gallery in West Chester is starting up their signings again, kicking off the season with Zack Cozart and Homer Bailey.

Prices: $20 each for your item. Get both autographs together for $35.

www.asportsgallery.com

Eric Davis Meet & Greet

Meijer – Harrison Ave. // Saturday, 04/07/2012 – 11:00am to 2:00pm

Reds Hall of Famer Eric Davis will be doing a cooking demo and meeting and greet at the Harrison Ave. location with Meijer Healthy Living Advisor, Janine Faber.

Rules from Meijer: The first 150 people in line will receive a priority wristband that will ensure an autograph. Wristbands will be handed out starting at 10am. Two autographs per person. No posted photos. Player and time subject to change.

More Information

Cesar Geronimo Night at Tap House Grill

Tap House Grill, Kenwood // Thursday, 04/12/2011 – 6:00pm to 8:00pm

Join Reds Hall of Famer, Cesar Geronimo, as he meets fans on Thursday, April 12 from 6-8 p.m. at the Tap House Grill in Montgomery. Tickets for members are $30 and $35 for non-members. Space is limited so reserve your seat today by calling 513-765-7921.

Cesar Geronimo Autograph Session

Sports Gallery // Friday, 04/13/2011 – 6:00pm to 8:00pm

Ceasar Geronimo returns to Sports Gallery in West Chester. Great chance to meet a member of the Reds Hall of Fame and cog in the Big Red Machine.

Prices: $35 for any item, $45 for any item mail order plus shipping back.

www.asportsgallery.com

Pete Rose Autograph Session

Sports Gallery // Saturday, 04/28/2012 – 1:00 to 3:00pm

Pete is stopping by Sports Gallery again this year.

Prices: $55 for your mini-helmet, baseball, or any flat item. $75 for your bat, jersey, equipment, or seatbacks. Each ticket includes a FREE “Hit King” inscription. Any other inscription is $15.

www.asportsgallery.com

Spring Moeller Card Show

Moeller High School // April 27 – 29

An OMGreds favorite, the Moe Show is back again this spring. Autograph guest have been announced and Reds Hall of Famer, and OMGreds favorite, Pedro Borbon will be this year’s baseball guest. Former UC Bearcat QB Tony Pike is also a guest and a Cincinnati Royals Reunion will also be appearing.

www.cincycardshows.com

Mat Latos Autograph Session

Sports Gallery // Thursday, 05/10/2012 – 6:30 to 8:00pm

$30 for any item

www.asportsgallery.com

Johnny Cueto Autograph Session

Sports Gallery // Saturday, 05/12/2012 – 12:30 to 2:30pm

$35 for any item

www.asportsgallery.com

Mail day

Tracy Jones autographed 1987 Topps

Tracy Sharpied this bad-boy for us.

So, you remember when we posted that Tracy Jones wanted to send you an autographed baseball card? Well, not sure how you faired, but an autographed Tracy Jones baseball card showed up at OMG HQ yesterday. Gotta say, we were pleasantly surprised. He must know us well too, as 1987 Topps is the Official Baseball Card Design of OMGreds.

If anyone else out there got the hook-up, give us a shout and post a photo.

Tracy – Thanks a ton, dude. Very nice gesture to the fans.

Bill Bray: Card collecting enthusiast

Bill Bray autographed 2006 Topps '52

Bill Bray autographed 2006 Topps '52

Bill Bray was already among our favorite Reds, but he definitely elevated himself even higher on our list Thursday evening.

Bray was on 700 WLW with Lance McAlister; the two had the following exchange toward the end of the interview in the second hour of Lance’s sports talk show.

Lance: You know what I bought last week? I bought my first baseball card pack of the year.

BB: Topps 2012?

Lance: You know how much a pack of Topps 2012 cost?

BB: You know, I bought a few packs a couple weeks ago … I want to say $1.99.

Lance: I got them for $2.19. … $2.19! They were a quarter when I was a kid! How do they expect kids to collect cards these days, Bill Bray?!

BB: With help of their parents. (laugh) Inflation. … 1987 was the first year I can remember collecting baseball cards. They were 35 cents a pack.

Lance: Did I hear right? Were Topps representatives in the clubhouse today? Were they around the complex?

BB: They were. Matter of fact I had lunch with one of them today.

Lance: Did they give you like packs to open?

BB: Yeah, we cracked a box of Topps Series 1, at the field. And then when I went out to lunch, he surprised me with a box of Bowman Sterling.

Lance: Awwww, that is suh-weet!

BB: Yeah, it’s awesome. I mean I was stoked. I just opened them up a little while ago. I’m gonna put pictures on my Facebook page. It was awesome. I pulled some sweet cards. I’m pumped.

Lance: Did you get yourself?

BB: No, no I don’t have a card currently, I don’t think.

Lance: How do you not? I thought everyboday had a card! Or do you have to agree to allow them to have you in their set?

BB: You know, we sign a contract yearly with them. And it’s up to them whether they produce a card or not.

Lance: Well if Topps doesn’t do a card of you, I’m not buying any more cards from Topps!

BB: Well put that in writing …

Lance: When you opened packs today, if you get like Joey Votto or Brandon Phillips, do you like walk over to their locker and say, “Look, I got you!”

BB: You know I did throw a card down today and I said, “Look, it’s Devin Mesoraco’s rookie card.” And he wasn’t in the locker room at the time. But yeah, it’s pretty cool, you know, when you’re cracking a pack and you pull a guy you know, a guy you play with. I have yet to pull my own card though.

Bray has talked about cards on Twitter as well (but we know not all are Twitter-inclined, which is why this was worthy of a blog post). He is a solid Twitter follow, though – @B_line45.

Zombie Pete Rose

Zombie Pete Rose

I'll eat your brains, you can bet on it

Brilliant cards by artist Jeremy Scheuch. Zombie baseball stars from the mid-eighties “come alive” on the 1986 Topps styled cards. Check out the entire set on Scheuch’s website.

Gapper vs. Leake

Mike Leake 2012 Topps #308 Short Print

Gapper getting what he deserves?

Topps 2012 is out! Twitter has been nerding it up all day with famous folks busting packs and fools like us showing off the occasional gem or two from that rouge pack we snagged at Target while picking up laundry detergent, a card for grandma’s 88th birthday and a chocolate Nesquik® from the refrigerated section.

Oh! So, there’s this Mike Leake card with him and Gapper. It’s card #308 and apparently a short print. Not sure how short though. His regular issue is below. You can pick one up now if you’re hankerin’, but we’ll probably wait a bit ourselves.

Mike Leake 2012 Topps

Mike Leake's regular 2012 Topps issue

So, while the rest of the collecting world is crapping their pants about the Skip Schumaker/Rally Squirrel card, we’ll have this one to make fun of.

Happy Thanksgiving

2010 Topps Turkey Red Johnny Bench

Bench ain't no turkey!

A hearty “Happy Thanksgiving” goes out to all our fans. Thanks again for digging’ what we do and being part of it all. We hope that you and yours has a wonderful holiday season.

– Dan, Dave, Paul, Rob & Ronson

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