Prelude to a Post

It's sunny and 65° outside, which means that I've scheduled a scenic date with Mother Nature.  Is there anything better than breathing in clean, fresh air and soaking in some California sun while hanging out with a friend on a hike?

Well... I realize it's like comparing apples to oranges, but baseball cards would definitely be in the discussion.

Sport Card Collectors recently sent me a six card PWE that got me pumped up for my hike...

First up...

1999 Topps #110

Another Oakland Athletics buyback for my collection.  This one features the 1998 American League Rookie of the Year who was once the A's top prospect.  I went all in on Ben Grieve back in the late 90's and eventually learned that prospecting isn't my thing.

That's why I had no idea who this guy was...

2017 Bowman's Best Dean's List #BADL-LA

After looking him up online, I discovered that Armenteros is 18 year old outfielder from Cuba who probably won't be called up for at least a few more seasons.

The rest of the PWE was filled with veterans including two guys on the 2017 Oakland Athletics roster:

2017 Topps Gold #542

2017 Bowman's Best Refractor #53

Plouffe was traded last summer to Tampa Bay and is currently a free agent, while Davis just recently signed a one year deal to stay in town.

The last two cards are the perfect prelude to my Tuesday post:

2017 Stadium Club Gold #227

2017 Stadium Club Power Zone #PZ-JC

I don't want to spoil the surprise... but here's a hint.  Tuesday's post has nothing to do with Stadium Club baseball cards.

Thanks Sport Card Collectors for these cards.  You went 6 for 6... since I didn't have any of these before receiving your PWE.  Looks like I gotta go dig up some more Rodney Hampton cards to send you way.

In the meantime... I've gotta get ready for my hike.  Happy Sunday and sayonara!