Dick Duff

STATS:

Mailed: Monday, October 26, 2009
Returned: Thursday, October 29, 2009
Turn Around: 4 Days
Details: (4/3) - sent to Home Address

Thoughts:

Mr. Duff is a former St. Mike's player that had a wonderful career as a Toronto Maple Leaf. I am amazed how quickly he signed the cards. He also included a 4x6 signed photograph of himself as an added bonus. Furthermore, he taped up the envelope really well so that the cards wouldn't get damaged. I am extremely impressed how benevolent the older players are. It is such a stark contrast to today's superstars.

Johnny Bower

STATS:

Mailed: Wednesday, October 14, 2009
Returned: Thursday, October 22, 2009
Turn Around: 8 Days
Details: (4/4) - sent to Home Address

Thoughts:

Johnny Bower is one of the best Maple Leaf goalies of all time, and such a wonderful man. I wish all athletes were like Mr. Bower. He always has a smile on his face and is always willing to sign.

Leonard "Red" Kelly

STATS:

Mailed: Monday, October 19, 2009
Returned: Thursday, October 22, 2009
Turn Around: 4 Days
Details: (4/4) - sent to Home Address

Thoughts:

This was my first ever mailing. I met Mr. Kelly at an Autograph session in Whitby in 2008, and he was extremely gracious. I decided to write to this great Leaf Captain and Coach because he has one of the best signatures.

I plan to send the "Opening Night Face Off" card to Mr. Jim Thomson in the near future.

It begins...

I've been meaning to start collecting autographs through the mail for several months now. I am happy to say that it has finally begun. No official focus yet, except maybe collecting anything and everything related to the Maple Leafs.

It may be a team in transition, but one with a tremendous tradition!

Will be back with an update soon.