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Has anyone heard anything about Monsterman, Greg Bingham?
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I read that he might have had a stroke.
I hope it's not true...he's a good guy and a friend. :-)
I hope it's not true...he's a good guy and a friend. :-)
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Greg.....get well. I miss you r fanatical, whacked-out emails.
How did you get to know him, Jay?
He went to high school right here in Chicago at Mount Carmel, was a high school phenom and then had a great career at Purdue.
Gregg is resting comfortably, although yesterday was hardly uneventful. Once again, an average day in the life of Bing included surgery. The doctors brought Gregg into the OR at about 9 am to relieve the pressure (fluid) on his brain and to add a drain. Once again, the surgery was successful. He was then heavily sedated so that his body, and especially his brain, could receive a well deserved rest.... Everyone is optimistic that a complete recovery is on the horizon.
Some of us were able to visit with Gregg Saturday, and although he was groggy (at best), he hasn't lost a beat in terms of how sharp he is. However, there may be one minor change: while the doctors operated Friday night, they may have mistakenly crossed a couple of wires, as I heard him distinctly talk about the benefit of government social programs and how the federal government especially needs to continue to help the Katrina victims. If this condition is allowed to continue, then without further surgery, Gregg Bingham may vote a straight democratic ticket next election.
Seriously, although the news is good, Gregg is still very sick. There will not be any visitors again today, but I'll get more info out as it develops.
Keep him in your prayers.......
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I hope all is well.
<< <i>Is this the same guy who has some amazingly toned, high grade, early commems?
I hope all is well. >>
Yep!
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There were no pom poms attached.
Truly one of the best NFLers not in the HOF and a true gentleman on these boards and in life.
get well.
I've exchanged some PMs with Gregg and he's always been gracious in sharing his knowledge.
Best wishes for a speedy and complete recovery, Gregg.
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Laura and I are praying for you and I posted a prayer request on your behalf on an Internet prayer ministry that I've been a part of for quite some time. God bless and get well soon big guy ...
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wishing you all the best and then some Monsterman
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Get well soon!
You are the best!
Even the Dawg Pound fans here and in Cleveland are rooting for you!
No one scared us more than you and that included Jack Lambert!
<< <i>I just got an update on Greg and he's most likely to be fine ultimately but until then keep him in your thoughts. >>
That's great news. Thanks for passing it along.
Best wishes and prayers for a speedy and full recovery.
Sunnywood
P.S. Here are some of my favorite Morgans formerly owned by Gregg Bingham ... a world-class collector with a superb eye for beautifully toned coins. His "NFL Set" of Morgans was one of the highest quality and highest eye-appeal sets ever assembled, and of course his spectacular toned Commems are second to none.
1892-CC PCGS MS66 ex PCGS Tour, NFL Set (Gregg Bingham), Michael Casper, Arno Collection:
1882-S PCGS MS67 called "The Electric Rainbow Wonder Coin" by Michael Casper; 1888-O PCGS MS66 end-roller called "the coolest '88-O on the planet" by Mike DeFalco:
1902-O PCGS MS66 and 1904-O PCGS MS66, both ex Gregg Bingham, Dale Larsen:
Sunnywood's Rainbow-Toned Morgans (Retired)
Sunnywood's Barber Quarters (Retired)
<< <i>Here's to a monster man with a monster heart and a monster sense of humor !! Gregg has always shared his coins, his knowledge, his experience, and his advice.
Best wishes and prayers for a speedy and full recovery.
Sunnywood
P.S. Here are some of my favorite Morgans formerly owned by Gregg Bingham ... a world-class collector with a superb eye for beautifully toned coins. His "NFL Set" of Morgans was one of the highest quality and highest eye-appeal sets ever assembled, and of course his spectacular toned Commems are second to none.
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I'm usually not much of a fan of toning but there are a couple people here who post a lot of exceptions.
A couple of years back, I was considering one of his monster rejects, a Grant with Star in MS65 that Shep wanted very strong money to sell. He gave me Gregg's phone number. I called, randomly, and introduced myself in the middle of the day. An hour later, we stopped discussing commens. He told me all the good and bad of the coin and didn't know what Shep was asking (and we all know what Larry's prices were like when he was actively dealing!). I told him and his response was simple, "worth every cent and will only grow in value."
I bought it and never thought twice. I still have his number on speed dial and meant to call him several times in the past 18 months. Now though, time to rest my friend. Maybe in two or three months or if you read this and PM me when you're ready.
No one out there who appreciates color more than GB!
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Get well Greg.
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Good news! Both yesterday and today, nothing happened. Gregg is merely enjoying a well deserved rest. He is groggy, and the doctors have taken away his cell phone, his keys and his visitors. But most important, he is regaining his strength and, as part of that effort, he is expected to remain in ICU for the balance of the week.
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Gregg had a good birthday and yesterday was even better. He is eating solid foods, including zucchini ("this sh$t tastes terrible!"), and is apparently becoming more verbal. Out of an abundance of caution, the doctors are keeping Gregg in ICU for another week; apparently, to get more rest, and to have some closer attention (one nurse per two beds). Actually, this sounds like a bad Henny Youngman joke - I went to the hospital to get some rest... Regardless, the hospital bears some responsibility for Gregg's recovery, so I guess we shouldn't complain too much.
As long as Gregg is awake enough to realize that zucchini is a poor excuse for calories, I know that he is getting better, and steak and baked potatoes are soon to follow.[i/]
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Sounds like Gregg alright!
Great sign actually. At least he's still "all there"!
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<< <i>I got an update on him during the ANA convention earlier this month. He's doing great and almost back to normal, abeit with a more mellow demeanor than before. >>
Thanks for the update.
...thank goodness for good news.