So now you probably know why I sent a few cards and a ticket stub out to Al Leiter hoping to get his autograph….
I am thrilled to say that after just 8 days, Al Leiter returned these cards as well as the ticket stub from his no-hitter signed!!! What a great collection of souveniers to add to my collection from what was the greatest sporting event that I have ever seen live.
Thanks Al!!!
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deal // November 18, 2008 at 12:57 pm |
Gutsy move – not sure I could ever send away a ticket to such a big game.
gritz76 // November 18, 2008 at 5:34 pm |
Pretty Sweet!
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