Wednesday, October 29, 2025

Most Wanted

I don't have a chance to add to my blog about game results because I am not getting these set that late at night (usually I prep early evening for the next morning), so apologies for being behind and not adding thoughts about the World Series as it happens.

That said, glad the Jays bounced back well in game 4 and guarantee a return to Toronto for at least game six, if not also a game 7. I guess you could really consider those game 7 and 8 given how long game 3 went. Regardless of the outcome, the Jays have had a great run and even though at times, like the extra innings of game 3, they have looked ill equipped compared to the Dodgers, there is something to be said for the grit and determination they have shown in hanging in and taking the game to the Dodgers at times.

I was surprised how many seemed to write the Jays off in 5 or 6 games to the Dodgers, and it might still happen in 6, but with how the games have gone thus far, the Jays have earned a lot of respect from fans, and Vladdy has gone a long way to further endear himself to Toronto. Won't be excuses but for both teams, the injuries and just how hurt some guys are, like Bo and Springer, will be interesting to see once all is said and done.

Regardless - this series has been a great one thus far for any baseball fan.

Last pack of 2021 Topps Big League as the hobby box had all of 5 packs, but at least it is 10 cards a pack instead of the more typical 4-6 these days.


Solid cards here with Varsho, Snell, Braun, Molina. No keepers here, but nice name power.


The Wanted inserts are nicely done. I do get a chuckle out of the "last seen" as it stands out when the player is no longer there. Home Run Robbery - yeah, can see that being the reason for being wanted.

A bit flat of a box as far as the cards are concerned, but the Ohtani figure recouping the cost - I can't be mad at this one.

4 comments:

  1. On Ebay, you could list that Turner as a beard colour match and put a 200% premium on it.

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  2. My prediction was the Dodgers in 5. Glad I was wrong. It's been a great series. Hopefully the 2025 Blue Jays can find one more win in them. They had the best record at home in the AL, but this series has been so crazy... anything can happen. Go Jays!

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    1. Game 6 at the Dome (Rogers Centre - whatever you want to call it) is going to be deafening. I mean, they had watch parties for the games in LA and the place was packed with people watching on the big screen and I swear it seemed louder than the park in LA at times. I expected LA may win the series but was hoping for the Jays in 7....but I'll take Jays in 6 if they can manage!

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