please tell me if this project sounds impossible

1976ToppsCollector · March 25, 2015 10:22AM

there were 8 major league baseball games on mybirthday - august 23, 1960. i would like to make a collection of one ticket stub from eevry game played that day. does that sound dumb? will i die before i actually find a ticket from all 8 games?

VintagemanEd · March 25, 2015 10:30AM

Well it doesn't sound very thrilling to me
How about topps football and baseball sets
From 1960?

1976ToppsCollector · March 25, 2015 10:33AM

<< Well it doesn't sound very thrilling to me
How about topps football and baseball sets
From 1960? >>

yeah i wasn't doing it for you. sorry if it came across that way. if i need a suggection for what to watch on tv tonight ill send you a private message.

itzagoner · March 25, 2015 10:37AM

not dumb at all. i managed to find an item in a large collection several years ago associated with my b-day which is a game ball from a 1979 contest between the Reds & Astros at the Astrodome, sealed up in a plastic bag with a dated label.

thought it was pretty cool to find something like that, so it's been in my keeper box.

1976ToppsCollector · March 25, 2015 10:38AM

thanks for the support. that sounds like a neat find.

itzagoner · March 25, 2015 10:39AM

best of luck with the stubs. sounds like a good challenge to complete.

Stooge · March 25, 2015 10:45AM

The problem with collecting today, is that everyone thinks that vintage is the way to collect. I think your idea is absolutely amazing and I for one think you should give it a go.

I believe that Birthdays are special and they are Yours. I was born May 7th, 1968. Catfish Hunter threw a 4-0 complete game No-hitter the next day on May 8th, 1968 against the Minnesota Twins. How awesome is that? I missed being born on that day by 1 stinkin' day. BTW I share the same exact Birthday with Traci Lords!

miwlvrn · March 25, 2015 10:58AM

<< there were 8 major league baseball games on mybirthday - august 23, 1960. i would like to make a collection of one ticket stub from eevry game played that day. does that sound dumb? will i die before i actually find a ticket from all 8 games? >>

I'd say go for it because it is probably a lot easier than putting together a complete set of 1989 Topps Hockey in PSA 10 from self-subbed cards pulled from self-ripped packs...

80sOPC · March 25, 2015 11:00AM

<< 

<< Well it doesn't sound very thrilling to me
How about topps football and baseball sets
From 1960? >>

if i need a suggection for what to watch on tv tonight. >>

My 600# Life would be my suggection

BostonAmericans · March 25, 2015 11:14AM

Not dumb at all - sounds like a cool idea.

vintagefun · March 25, 2015 11:23AM

I collect a lot of things from my birth year, but not much from my birthday, except the Dead show that was being played at Winterland, which was also a company I would later work for.

I really like your idea, and may need to look into what other events took place on mine.

I'm not generally a ticket guy, but I think your project sounds do-able.

All the best should you go for it.

Keep us posted.

Jim

Bosox1976 · March 25, 2015 11:24AM

Challenging projects are the most satisfying.

Dboneesq · March 25, 2015 11:25AM

Sounds like a fun idea! If it's something you think you would enjoy then go for it. Keep us informed and show us any tickets that you find.

eagles33 · March 25, 2015 11:27AM

I think it's a very cool idea. Just set a search on ebay.. I think it's achievable.. Just might take some time

DanBessette · March 25, 2015 1:12PM

<< 

<< there were 8 major league baseball games on mybirthday - august 23, 1960. i would like to make a collection of one ticket stub from eevry game played that day. does that sound dumb? will i die before i actually find a ticket from all 8 games? >>

I'd say go for it because it is probably a lot easier than putting together a complete set of 1989 Topps Hockey in PSA 10 from self-subbed cards pulled from self-ripped packs... >>

Oh my god, I actually clicked on this thread just to say that. You beat me to it!

skrezyna23 · March 25, 2015 1:21PM

<< 
yeah i wasn't doing it for you. sorry if it came across that way. if i need a suggection for what to watch on tv tonight ill send you a private message. >>

+1

Go for it!

PMKAY · March 25, 2015 2:02PM

What were the 8 games played and what was the attendance at the games?

Griffins · March 25, 2015 2:32PM

It sounds like a great idea that won't cost a whole lot but will take a lot of work.

miklia · March 25, 2015 6:19PM

Great idea, and a fun challenge that won't break the bank. Good luck!

1976ToppsCollector · March 25, 2015 9:20PM

<< What were the 8 games played and what was the attendance at the games? >>

DET @BAL 5-3 (11) 16,665
CLE @BOS 3-2 (10) 29,232
CHW @NYY 5-1 43,275
KCA @WSH 1-3 8,591

PIT @CHC 8-3 13,943
MLN @LAD 7-0 31,681
CIN @SFG 1-6 14,768
PHI @STL 2-4 13,283

thekid8 · March 25, 2015 9:37PM

Go for it

I have and still am looking for tickets/stubs where Gary Carter hit a homerun (324) and have made some nice progress. I still get a thrill when I come accross 1 -- the finds are further and further apart but that is what makes the chase fun. Once you find the first you will be hooked.

I have 2 guys that deal with used tickets that have found dozens for me -- later today I will PM you their contact info -- maybe they will be able to help

Good Luck
Mike

MinorLeaguer · March 25, 2015 10:10PM

Definitely go for it.

This makes me want to get a stub from my b-day of 10-14-69. Mets win Game 3 of the series. Gentry (W), Palmer (L), Ryan (S)

And for the guy born on Traci Lords' bday, I would definitely go for some sort of reminder. We should all be so lucky, lol.

baseballfan · March 25, 2015 10:42PM

I think it will be difficult but a lot of fun to track them all down. good luck. anything special happen in any of the games?

good luck

Juggs · March 25, 2015 10:54PM

Very cool idea.

MULLINS5 · March 25, 2015 11:07PM

<< Challenging projects are the most satisfying. >>

+1

I, too, like the idea. It will just take some time. I was born on a Saturday, so there are a lot of ticket stubs out there for me.

Best of luck and remember to share your pick-ups!

Patrick

Nathaniel1960 · March 25, 2015 11:26PM

If you have an affinity for one of the teams on the list that played that day, I would focus on that game, and collect all things related to it. Stub, program, line-up card, audio recordings, baseball cards, newspaper clippings, player autos from the game, and you can make a framed display. The Cubs/Pirates would be pretty cool, you could have wrigley field as the backdrop to the display, with a plane flying a banner overhead carrying your birth announcement.

baz518 · March 25, 2015 11:51PM

Sounds pretty cool to me too! Would be fun chasing, and you'd have plenty of time to think of a cool way to display them all once complete.

thekid8 · March 26, 2015 1:07AM

If you turn on your PM I will send along those contacts
Mike

1976ToppsCollector · March 26, 2015 1:57AM

<< If you turn on your PM I will send along those contacts
Mike >>

done thank you

FavreFan1971 · March 26, 2015 3:26AM

What a great idea. I just looked up my bday and Hank Aaron hit a HR that day. So cool. I am gonna look too.

seebelow · March 26, 2015 3:36AM

sounds like a very cool project. Did anything significant, historic happen in the games themselves? Besides the personal meaning.

Also, I'm sure the guy that does own these stubs and wants to find a buyer doesn't view this as a dumb project. Its these meaningful personal searches that helps keep this hobby alive.

1976ToppsCollector · March 26, 2015 3:43AM

<< Did anything significant, historic happen in the games themselves? >>

the only thing i could find is that lew burdette threw his 3rd straight shutout and this one was right after his no hitter. no nothing too extrordinary.

totallyradd · March 26, 2015 3:56AM

Go for it. That Kansas City/Washington game is gonna be a tough one, but I think it's very doable, and with only 8 items it should be a fun chase.

Wish my birthday fell during baseball season!

magellan · March 26, 2015 5:43AM

This got me thinking. My birthday is 5/17/54 -Yes I'm ancient. Seems like there should be some good games on that date.
I'll have to look them up.
Good luck with your project!

DanBessette · March 26, 2015 8:01AM

<< This got me thinking. My birthday is 5/17/54 -Yes I'm ancient! >>

Not as old as Doug!

vandweller · March 26, 2015 8:17AM

I love the idea and I am stealing it. Thanks for the inspiration!

DrFong · March 26, 2015 9:42AM

<< ......I just looked up my bday and Hank Aaron hit a HR that day......... >>

Funny, me too. Number 470 of his career.

And the Mick went 2 for 3.

Griffins · March 26, 2015 1:11PM

The more I think of it the cooler this is. Going to start doing the same on my bday.
Not nearly as long ago as Dave's (Hi Dave!) or Dougs!

Dboneesq · March 26, 2015 1:37PM

<< 

<< This got me thinking. My birthday is 5/17/54 -Yes I'm ancient! >>

Not as old as Doug!

>>

It's close Dan, but he has me by 4 years! LOL

I think the OP has started a new trend!!!!!

elsnorto · March 26, 2015 1:38PM

<< Well it doesn't sound very thrilling to me
How about topps football and baseball sets
From 1960? >>

Yeah, because nothing combines one's date of birth + enjoyment of a hobby quite like putting together a readily available set that was mass produced and assembled by thousands and thousands of others... but, hey, it was produced the same YEAR.

Not everyone is fixated with "investment potential" like you are, Ed. Some people actually view this as a hobby and many do so out of a personal love for the game or sense of nostalgia that is apparently lost on you?

Ed's response aside... I too think this idea is pretty unique, very do-able, and should be quite affordable. It will likely take some persistence and patience though. If you do decide to chase the project, please update this thread as you acquire them. I'm curious just how quickly eight 55 year old tickets will come together and what one proves to be the hardest to find.

Snorto~

Griffins · March 26, 2015 2:32PM

<< 

<< Well it doesn't sound very thrilling to me
How about topps football and baseball sets
From 1960? >>

Yeah, because nothing combines one's date of birth + enjoyment of a hobby quite like putting together a readily available set that was mass produced and assembled by thousands and thousands of others... but, hey, it was produced the same YEAR.

Not everyone is fixated with "investment potential" like you are, Ed. Some people actually view this as a hobby and many do so out of a personal love for the game or sense of nostalgia that is apparently lost on you?

Ed's response aside... I too think this idea is pretty unique, very do-able, and should be quite affordable. It will likely take some persistence and patience though. If you do decide to chase the project, please update this thread as you acquire them. I'm curious just how quickly eight 55 year old tickets will come together and what one proves to be the hardest to find.

Snorto~ >>

+1

magellan · March 27, 2015 10:20AM

<< The more I think of it the cooler this is. Going to start doing the same on my bday.
Not nearly as long ago as Dave's (Hi Dave!) or Dougs! >>

Anthony, how are you ?
I haven't been on here since 2012 Heritage , not going to stay away that long again.

please tell me if this project sounds impossible

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