Tuesday, May 27, 2014

The Letter L, Sheet 6 and the Padres get beat

Luis Lopez, 1996 Leaf Signature; Luis played in 157 games for the Padres from 1993 to 1996.
Rodrigo Lopez, 2000 Fleer; Rodrigo pitched in 6 games for the Padres in 2000.
Mark Loretta,  2003 Topps Total; Mark played in 413 games for the Padres from 2003 to 2005.
Gary Lucas, 1984 Topps; Gary pitched in 230 games for the Padres from 1980 to 1983.
Ryan Ludwick, 2010 Topps; Ryan played in 160 games for the Padres in 2010 and 2011.
Cory Luebke, 2007 Bowman; Cory pitched in 55 games for the Padres from 2010 to 2012.
David Lundquist, 2001 Leaf Rookies and Stars; David pitched in 20 games for the Padres in 2001 and 2002.
Fred Lynn, 1990 Ames All Stars; Fred played in 90 games for the Padres in 1990.

 Cumulative Count
Cards-445
Players-407
Executives-5
Hall of Famers-4
Coaches-22
Sets of Brothers-5
Father/Son Combo-1
Trainer-1
Didn't play for the Padres-78
Letters done-12
Letters left-14

There will be a brief pause in the blog while I get more cards scanned.




Monday, May 26, 2014

The Letter L, Sheet 5 and the Padres edge the Cubs

Gene Locklear, 1976 Topps; Gene played in 249 games for the Padres from 1973 to 1976.
Carlton Loewer, 2000 Keebler; Carlton pitched in 7 games for the Padres in 2001 and 2003.
Mickey Lolich, 1980 Topps; Mickey pitched in 47 games for the Padres in 1978 and 1979.
Tim Lollar, 1985 Topps; Tim pitched in 119 games for the Padres from 1981 to 1984.
Matt Lollis, 2011 Bowman; Matt pitched in the Padres system from 2009 to 2013.
Joe Long, 1997 Bowman;  Joe pitched in 10 games for the Padres in 1997.
Terrence Long, 2004 Topps Heritage; Terrence played in 136 games for the Padres in 2004.
Davey Lopes, 2004 Upper Deck Team Issue; Davey was a coach for the Padres from 1995 to 1999 and from 2003 to 2005.

 Cumulative Count
Cards-437
Players-396
Executives-5
Hall of Famers-4
Coaches-22
Sets of Brothers-5
Father/Son Combo-1
Trainer-1
Didn't play for the Padres-78
Letters done-11
Letters left-15


Sunday, May 25, 2014

The Letter L, Sheet 4 and Nick Hundley is now an Oriole

Scott Linebrink, 2004 Topps Total; Scott pitched in 306 games for the Padres from 2003 to 2007.
Rymer Liriano, 2011 Bowman; Rymer has played in the Padres system since 2008.
Grady Little, 1996 Mothers Cookies; Grady was a coach for the Padres in 1996.
John Littlefield, 1982 Topps; John pitched in 42 games for the Padres in 1981.
Scott Livingstone, 1995 Score; Scott played in 281 games for the Padres from 1994 to 1997.
Jose Lobaton, 2009 Bowman; Jose played in the Padres system from 2003 to 2009.
Keith Lockhart, 1994 Fleer Ultra; Keith played in 89 games for the Padres in 1994 and 2003.







 Cumulative Count
Cards-429
Players-390
Executives-5
Hall of Famers-4
Coaches-21
Sets of Brothers-5
Father/Son Combo-1
Trainer-1
Didn't play for the Padres-77
Letters done-11
Letters left-15

Saturday, May 24, 2014

The Letter L, Sheet 3 and the Padres went off last night (Pads 11, Cubs 1)

Joe LeFebvre, 1983 Topps; Joe played in 206 games from 1981 to 1983.
Craig Lefferts, 1986 Topps; Craig pitched in 375 games for the Padres from 1984 to 1987 and from 1990 to 1992.
Dave Leiper, 1989 Fleer; Dave pitched in 69 games for the Padres from 1987 to 1989.
Jim Lewis, 1992 Fleer; Jim pitched in 12 games for the Padres in 1991.
Jim Leyritz, 199 SP Authograph; Jim played in 112 games for the Padres in 1998 and 1999.
Sixto Lezcano, 1983 Topps; Sixto played in 235 games for the Padres in 1982 and 1983.
Derek Lilliquist, 1991 Upper Deck; Derek pitched in 22 games for the Padres in 1990 and 1991.







 Cumulative Count
Cards-422
Players-384
Executives-5
Hall of Famers-4
Coaches-20
Sets of Brothers-5
Father/Son Combo-1
Trainer-1
Didn't play for the Padres-76
Letters done-11
Letters left-15

Friday, May 23, 2014

The Letter L, Sheet 2 and the Padres retro unis last night were cool


















Derrek Lee; 1997 Leaf; Derek played in 22 games for the Padres in 1997.
Leron Lee, 1974 Topps; Leron played in 298 games for the Padres from 1971 to 1973.
Mark Lee, 1979 Topps; Mark pitched in 102 games for the Padres in 1978 and 1979.


Cumulative Count
Cards-415
Players-377
Executives-5
Hall of Famers-4
Coaches-20
Sets of Brothers-5
Father/Son Combo-1
Trainer-1
Didn't play for the Padres-76
Letters done-11
Letters left-15

Thursday, May 22, 2014

The Letter L, Sheet 1 and the Padres pitchers are good

Tom Lampkin, 1993 Topps; Tom played in 177 games for the Padres from 1991 to 1993 and 2002.
Mark Langston, 1998 Fleer; Mark pitched in 22 games for the Padres in 1998.
Ray Lankford, 2002 Topps; Ray played in 121 games for the Padres in 2001 and 2002.
Dave Lapoint, 1987 Donruss; Dave pitched in 24 games for the Padres in 1986.
Greg LaRocca, 2001 Fleer Triple Crown; Greg played in 13 games for the Padres in 2000.
Mat Latos; 2008 Bowman; Mat pitched in 72 games for the Padres from 2009 to 2011.
Brian Lawrence, 2002 Fleer Platinum; Brian pitched in 162 games for the Padres from 2001 to 2005.
Tom Layne, 2013 Topps; Tom pitched in 40 games for the Padres in 2012 and 2013.
Wade LeBlanc; 2009 Topps Heritage; Wade pitched in 54 games for the Padres from 2008 to 2011.

Cumulative Count
Cards-412
Players-374
Executives-5
Hall of Famers-4
Coaches-20
Sets of Brothers-5
Father/Son Combo-1
Trainer-1
Didn't play for the Padres-76
Letters done-11
Letters left-15

Wednesday, May 21, 2014

The Letter K, Sheet 3 and the Twinkies beat the Padres

George Kottaras, 2005 Bowman; George played in the Padres system from 2003 to 2006.
Kevin Kouzmanoff, 2007 Topps Moments and Milestones; Kevin played in 440 games for the Padres from 2007 to 2009.
Marc Kroon, 1998 Bowman; Marc pitched in 16 games for the Padres in 1995, 1997 and 1998.
Ben Krosschell, 2006 Bowman; Ben played in the Padres system from 2004 to 2006.
John Kruk, 1989 Donruss; John played in 411 games for the Padres from 1986 to 1989.
Ted Kubiak, 1976 Topps; Ted played in 183 games for the Padres in 1975 and 1976.
Fred Kuhaulua, 1982 Topps; Fred pitched in 5 games for the Padres in 1981.
Kellen Kulbacki, 2007 Bowman Sterling; Kellen played in the Padres system from 2007 to 2010.







Cumulative Count
Cards-403
Players-365
Executives-5
Hall of Famers-4
Coaches-20
Sets of Brothers-5
Father/Son Combo-1
Trainer-1
Didn't play for the Padres-76
Letters done-11
Letters left-15



Tuesday, May 20, 2014

The Letter K, Sheet 2 and Cashner just needs rest

Dennis Kinney, 1981 Fleer; Dennis pitched in 70 games for the Padres from 1978 to 1980.
Clay Kirby, 1971 Topps; Clay pitched in 177 games for the Padres from 1969 to 1973.
Bobby Klaus, 1969 Topps; Bobby was chosen by the Padres in the expansion draft but traded away before the 1969 season began.  
Ryan Klesko, 2000 Keebler; Ryan played in 828 games for the Padres from 2000 to 2006.
Cory Kluber, 2007 Bowman; Corey played in the Padres system from 2007 to 2010.
Jon Knott, 2004 Topps Heritage; Jon played in 12 games for the Padres in 2004 and 2006.
Brandon Kolb, 2000 Fleer Tradition; Brandon pitched in 11 games for the Padres in 2000.
Mark Kotsay, 2002 Keebler; Mark played in 586 games for the Padres from 2001 to 2003 and 2012 and 2013.
Cumulative Count
Cards-395
Players-357
Executives-5
Hall of Famers-4
Coaches-20
Sets of Brothers-5
Father/Son Combo-1
Trainer-1
Didn't play for the Padres-73
Letters done-10
Letters left-16




Monday, May 19, 2014

The Letter J, Sheet 2 and I missed a sheet

Bret Jodie, 2001 Donrus; Bret pitched in 7 games for the Padres in 2001.
Ben Johnson, 2001 Topps; Ben played in 89 games for the Padres in 2005 and 2006.
Brian Johnson, 1996 Leaf Signature; Brian played in 186 games from 1994 to 1996.
Jerry Johnson, 1976 Topps; Jerry pitched in 45 games for the Padres in 1975 and 1976.
Rob Johnson, 2011 Padrographs; Rob played in 67 games for the Padres in 2011.
Seth Johnston, 2007 Bowman Heritage; Seth played in the Padres system from 2005 to 2009.
Jay Johnstone, 1980 Topps; Jay played in 75 games for the Padres in 1979.
Bobby J. Jones, 2002 Keebler; Bobby pitched in 52 games in 2001 and 2002.
Chris Jones, 1997 Mothers Cookies; Chris played in 92 games for the Padres in 1997.





Cumulative Count
Cards-372
Players-335
Executives-5
Hall of Famers-4
Coaches-19
Sets of Brothers-5
Father/Son Combo-1
Trainer-1
Didn't play for the Padres-66


Sunday, May 18, 2014

The Letter K, Sheet 1 and the Friars beat the Rox

Sean Kazmar, 2004 Bowman; Sean played in 19 games for the Padres in 2008.
Greg Keagle, 1993 Topps; Greg played in the Padres system from 1993 to 1995.
Casey Kelly, 2011 Padrographs; Casey pitched in 6 games for the Padres in 2012.
Fred Kendall, 1980 Topps; Fred played in 754 games for the Padres from 1969 to 1976 and 1979 and 1980.
Ian Kennedy, 2013 Topps; Ian has pitched in 152 games for the Padres in 2013 and 2014.
Terry Kennedy, 1983 Topps; Terry played in 835 games for the Padres from 1981 to 1986.
Billy Killian, 2006 Bowman; Billy played in the Padres system from 2004 to 2005.
Bruce Kimm, 1992 Mother's Cookies; Bruce was the Padres third base coach in 1991 and 1992.
Dave Kingman, 2009 Padrographs; Dave played in 56 games for the Padres in 1977.

Cumulative Count
Cards-387
Players-349
Executives-5
Hall of Famers-4
Coaches-20
Sets of Brothers-5
Father/Son Combo-1
Trainer-1
Didn't play for the Padres-71
Letters done-10
Letters left-16


Saturday, May 17, 2014

The Letter J, Sheet 3 and the Padres lose one to the Rox

Daryl Jones, 2004 Bowman; Daryl played in the Padres system from 2004 to 2007.
Jimmy Jones, 1989 Donruss; Jimmy pitched in 62 games  for the Padres from 1986 to 1988.
Kennard Jones, 2002 Upper Deck; Kennard played in the Padres system from 2002-2006.
Randy Jones, 1981 Topps; Randy and his 'fro pitched in 264 games for the Padres from 1973 to 1980.
Ruppert Jones, 1981 Topps; Ruppert played in 354 games for the Padres from 1981 to 1983.
Wally Joyner, 1997 Skybox Metal; Wally brought Wally World to San Diego for 497 games from 1996 to 1999.
Cumulative Count
Cards-378
Players-341
Executives-5
Hall of Famers-4
Coaches-19
Sets of Brothers-5
Father/Son Combo-1
Trainer-1
Didn't play for the Padres-68
Letters done-10
Letters left-16



Friday, May 16, 2014

The Letter J, Sheet 1 and the Padres split a doubleheader with the Reds

Damian Jackson, 1999 Keebler; Damian played in 511 games for the Padres from 1999 to 200.
Darrin Jackson, 1992 Donruss; Darrin played in 360 games for the Padres from 1989 to 1992.
Roy Lee Jackson, 1986 Topps; Roy Lee pitched in 22 games for the Padres in 1985.
Chris James, 1990 Score; Chris played in 87 games for the Padres in 1989.
Travis Jankowski, 2012 Bowman Sterling; Travis has played in the Padres system since 2012.
Kevin Jarvis, 2001 Keebler; Kevin pitched in 58 games for the Padres from 2001-2003.
Stan Jefferson, 1988 Fleer; Stan played in 165 games for the Padres in 1988 and 1989.
Garry Jestadt, 1972 Topps; Garry played in 167 games for the Padres in 1971 and 1972.
D'Angelo Jimenez, 2001 Bowman; D'Angelo played in 173 games for the Padres in 2001 and 2002.





Cumulative Count
Cards-363
Players-326
Executives-5
Hall of Famers-4
Coaches-19
Sets of Brothers-5
Father/Son Combo-1
Trainer-1
Didn't play for the Padres-65



Thursday, May 15, 2014

The Letter i, the only sheet and the Padres were rained out yesterday in Cincy

Tadahito Iguchi, 2008 Topps Heritage; Tadahito played in 81 games for the Padres in 2008.
Will Inman, 2008 Bowman; Will played in the Padres system from 2007 to 2011.
Dane Iorg, 1987 Topps; Dane played in 90 games for the Padres in 1986.
Mike Ivie, 1976 SSPC; Mike played in 403 games for the Padres in 1971 and again from 1974 to 1977.

Cumulative Count
Cards-354
Players-318
Executives-5
Hall of Famers-4
Coaches-19
Sets of Brothers-5
Father/Son Combo-1
Trainer-1
Didn't play for the Padres-64

9 letters down, 17 to go



Wednesday, May 14, 2014

The seismic shift has been postponed and the Padres have won 4 in a row

When I asked if other Oregon and Washington bloggers wanted to get together on May 24 around the Mall 205 card show, I failed to realize that my wife had scheduled us to go to Eugene for her Dads 82nd Birthday celebration. If possible I would like to postpone the get together until June  28, when there is another show.


I picked this up last week on eBay.  All I know about him is what is on the card back.  Born in 1994 in the Dominican Republic signed as a free agent by the Padres in 2011.  The card actually looks pretty nice, all that stuff is on my scanner.  Franchy brings me to 851 signed cards.

Tuesday, May 13, 2014

The Letter H, Sheet 8 and the Padres face the Reds tonight

Nick Hundley, 2006 Bowman; Nick has played in 502 games for the Padres since 2008.
Randy Hundley, 1976 Topps; Randy played in 74 games for the Padres in 1975.
Cedric Hunter, 2007 Bowman; Cedric played in 6 games for the Padres in 2011.
Steve Huntz, 1976 SSPC; Steve played in 128 games for the Padres in 1970 and 1975.
Bruce Hurst, 1989 Upper Deck; Bruce pitched in 131 games for the Padres from 1989 to 1993.
Todd Hutcheson, 1986 Procards; Todd is the head trainer for the Padres.  I have made major league cards for him and sent them to him but never got a reply.
Tim Hyers, 1995 Donruss; Tim played in 58 games for the Padres in 1994 and 1995.
Colt Hynes, Padrographs; Colt pitched in 22 games for the Padres in 2013.
Adam Hyzdu, 2005 Topps Total; Adam played in 17 games for the Padres in 2005.




Cumulative Count
Cards-350
Players-314
Executives-5
Hall of Famers-4
Coaches-19
Sets of Brothers-5
Father/Son Combo-1
Trainer-1
Didn't play for the Padres-63

8 letters down, 18 to go

Monday, May 12, 2014

The Letter H, Sheet 7 and the Padres beat the Fish

Frank Howard, 1981 Topps; Frank managed the Padres for 110 games in the strike shortened 1981 season.
Thomas Howard, 1992 Stadium Club; Thomas played in 131 games for the Padres from 1990 to 1992.
Jack Howell, 1992 Topps; Jack played in 51 games for the Padres in 1991.
Jed Hoyer; Padrographs; Jed was the general manager of the Padres from 2009 to 2011.
LaMarr Hoyt, 1986 Fleer; LaMarr pitched in 66 games for the Padres in 1985 and 1986.
Walt Hriniak, 1970 Topps; Walt played in 31 games for the Padres in 1969.
Trenidad Hubbard, 2002 Keebler; Trenidad played in 89 games for the Padres in 2002.
Orlando Hudson, 2012 Topps; Orlando played in 154 games for the Padres in 2011 and 2012.
Chad Huffman, 2006 Bowman Heritage; Chad played in the Padres system from 2006-2009.




Cumulative Count
Cards-341
Players-306
Executives-5
Hall of Famers-4
Coaches-19
Sets of Brothers-5
Father/Son Combo-1
Didn't play for the Padres-63


Sunday, May 11, 2014

The Letter H, Sheet 6 and Seth Smith just missed a cycle

Junior Herndon, 2001 Fleer Platinum; Junior pitched in 12 games for the Padres in 2001.
Kevin Higgins, 1994 Topps; Kevin played in 71 games for the Padres in 1993.
Dave Hilton, 1974 Topps; Dave played in 161 games for the Padres from 1972 to 1975.
Sterling Hitchcock, 1998 Mothers Cookies; Sterling pitched in 122 games for the Padres from 1997 to 2001 and in 2004.
Glenn Hoffman, Padrograph; Glenn has been the Padres third base coach since 2006.
Trevor Hoffman, 1996 Topps; Trevor pitched in 902 games for the Padres from 1993 to 2008.  He is the brother of Coach Glenn Hoffman.
Billy Hogan, 2003 Bowman; Billy played in the Padres system in 2003 and 2004.
Ray Holbert, 1995 Pinnacle; Ray played in 98 games for the Padres in 1994 and 1995.
Ben Howard, 2003 Fleer; Ben pitched in 9 games for the Padres in 2002 and 2003.



Cumulative Count
Cards-332
Players-299
Executives-4
Hall of Famers-4
Coaches-18
Sets of Brothers-5
Father/Son Combo-1
Didn't play for the Padres-62

Saturday, May 10, 2014

The Letter H, Sheet 5 and Jedd Gyorko is awesome

Enzo Hernandez, 1972 Topps; Enzo played in 710 games for the Padres from 1971 to 1977.
Jeremy Hernandez, 1993 Fleer; Jeremy pitched in 56 games for the Padres from 1991 to 1993.
Ramon Hernandez; 2004 Bazooka; Ramon played in 210 games for the Padres in 2004 and 2005.


Cumulative Count
Cards-323
Players-290
Executives-4
Hall of Famers-4
Coaches-18
Sets of Brothers-4
Father/Son Combo-1
Didn't play for the Padres-60

Friday, May 9, 2014

The Letter H, Sheet 4 and Ian Kennedy hits his first career home run

Jeremy Hefner, 2007 Bowman; Jeremy pitched in the Padres system from 2007 to 2010.
Rickey Henderson, 2002 Topps; Rickey played in 359 games for the Padres in 1996, 1997 and 2001.
George Hendrick, 1978 Topps; George played in 188 games in 1977 and 1978.
Clay Hensley, 2003 Topps; Clay pitched in 206 games for the Padres from 2005 to 2008.
Ron Herbel; 1970 Topps; Ron pitched in 64 games for the Padres in 1970.
Matt Herges, 2003 Keebler; Matt pitched in 40 games for the Padres in 2003.
Dustin Hermanson, 1994 Topps; Dustin pitched in 34 games for the Padres in 1995 and 1996.
Carlos Hernandez, 1999 Pacific; Carlos played in 237 games for the Padres in 1997, 1998 and 2000.







Cumulative Count
Cards-320
Players-287
Executives-4
Hall of Famers-4
Coaches-18
Sets of Brothers-4
Father/Son Combo-1
Didn't play for the Padres-60




Wednesday, May 7, 2014

The Letter H, Sheet 3 and the Padres are 6.5 games out

Gene Harris, 1993 Donruss; Gene pitched in 86 games for the Padres from 1992 to 1994.
Greg A. Harris, 1985 Donruss; Greg pitched in 19 games for the Padres in 1984.
Greg W. Harris, 1990 Fleer; Greg pitched in 194 games for the Padres from 1988 to 1993.
Andy Hawkins, 1989 Donruss; Andy pitched in 199 games for the Padres from 1982 to 1988.
Brad Hawpe, 2011 Topps; Brad played in 62 games for the Padres in 2011.
Dirk Hayhurst, 2008 Topps; Dirk pitched in 10 games for the Padres in 2008.
Ray Hayward, 1987 Donruss; Ray pitched in 7 games for the Padres in 1986 and 1987.
Chase Headley, 2005 Bowman; Chase has played in 851 games for the Padres since 2007.
Austin Hedges, 2012 Bowman; Austin has played in the Padres system since 2011.





Cumulative Count
Cards-312
Players-279
Executives-4
Hall of Famers-3
Coaches-18
Sets of Brothers-4
Father/Son Combo-1
Didn't play for the Padres-59




Monday, May 5, 2014

The Letter H, Sheet 1 and the Padres are not in last place

Luther Hackman, 2003 Topps Total; Luther pitched in 65 games for the Padres in 2003.
Jason Hagerty, 2011 Bowman; Jason has played in the Padres organization since 2009 and is currently playing at AA San Antonio.
Scott Hairston, 2008 Topps; Scott played in 303 games for the Padres from 2007 to 2009.  Unfortunately I don't have a signed card of his brother Jerry from his time with the Padres.

Cumulative Count
Cards-294
Players-261
Executives-4
Hall of Famers-3
Coaches-18
Sets of Brothers-4
Father/Son Combo-1
Didn't play for the Padres-56

Sunday, May 4, 2014

The Letter H, Sheet 2 and the Padres are still not in last place

Billy Hall, 1993 Bowman; Billy played in the Padres system from 1991 to 1995.
Matt Halloran, 1997 Bowman; Matt played in the Padres system from 1996 to 1999.
Joey Hamilton, 1998 Mothers Cookies; Joey pitched in 146 games  for the Padres from 1994 to 1998.
Atlee Hammaker, 1991 Fleer; Atlee pitched in 10 games for the Padres in 1990 and 1991.
Chris Hammond, 2005 Topps Total;Chris pitched in 55 games for the Padres in 2005.
Justin Hampson, 2007 Upper Deck Artifacts; Justin pitched in 55 games for the Padres in 2007 and 2008.
Dave Hansen, 2003 Upper Deck 40 Man; Dave played in 139 games for the Padres in 2003 and 2004.
Aaron Harang, 2011 Topps Heritage; Aaron pitched in 28 games for the Padres in 2011.
Larry Hardy, 1975 Topps; Larry pitched in 79 games for the Padres in 1974 and 1975.






Cumulative Count
Cards-303
Players-270
Executives-4
Hall of Famers-3
Coaches-18
Sets of Brothers-4
Father/Son Combo-1
Didn't play for the Padres-58



















Attention Oregon and Washington bloggers

Sorry to all those in other parts of the country, but on May 24, 2015 there will be a major shift in the blogging communities of Oregon and Washington.  On that day there is a Card Show at Mall 205 and I would like to propose that we get together.  I know that Baseball Card Breakdown, The Prowling Cat, The Diamond King and myself have all gone to the show before.  There are several restaurants real close to the mall that we could have lunch together at.  If you are interested let me know by leaving a comment here or email me at padrographs at live dot com.

While I have your attention I will let you know that I have only picked up one new padrograph.  I picked up a Jason Hardtke card, I had never seem one of him in a major league uni before until I got this card.  I still have six cards out in the mail, Dave Stewart, Tony Clark, Chip Ambres, Joaquin Benoit, Josh Johnson and Seth Smith.