Sports Autos TTM

My collection of sports autographs signed through the mail and in person.

Welcome to Sports Autos TTM!!!  This site is devoted to listing my daily successes and failures from the awesome hobby of collecting autographs through the mail.  My name is Chad and I've collected sports cards since the late 80's.  I decided to dive into collecting autographs through the mail in July of 2004 and I've been addicted ever since.  In addition to collecting various current and retired player autographs, I'm also working on the 2004 Topps Total baseball set.  I use Harvey Meiselman's Ultimate Address List for all of my requests c/o home.  I hope you enjoy the site and if you have any questions, you can e-mail me at Chad@sportsautosttm.com

 

 

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RECENT RETURNS:

Click each player's name or image to see larger scans.

10/10/08

Dave Pavlas (Pitched parts of 4 seasons between the Cubs and Yankees.  Signed and personalized a 1991 Score in 17 days c/o Home)

10/7/08

El Roy Face  (Signed a Rawlings Official Major League Baseball on the sweetspot and added the following inscriptions; "3x All-Star", "3 saves in the 1960 World Series", "1959 - 18 wins 1 Loss."  Took 11 days c/o Home.

Adam Piatt  (Former outfielder who played parts of 4 seasons for the A's and Devil Rays.  He was the 1999 Minor League Player of the Year when he hit .345 with 39 homeruns, 129 runs scored, and 138 RBI.  Signed a 2001 Fleer Futures in 14 days c/o Home)

Tim Pyznarski  (Signed a 1987 Topps in 14 days c/o Home)

Jeff Robinson  (Pitched 6 seasons in the big leagues and won 47 games.  Signed a 1988 Score, 1991 Upper Deck, 1991 Score, and 1992 Donruss in 17 days c/o Home)

Dave Rimington  (An excellent center who played for the University of Nebraska.  He won the Outland Trophy in 1981 and '82 and placed fifth in Heisman voting in '82.  The Rimington Trophy, which is given to tha nations best center, is named after him.  He went on to play 7 seasons in the NFL.  Signed a 1989 Pro Set in 31 days c/o Home)

Doug Martin  (Defensive end who played 10 seasons for the Vikings.  Signed a 1989 Pro Set in 35 days c/o Home)

   

10/4/08

Bobby Shantz  (Signed a Rawlings Official Major League Baseball on the sweetspot and added his 1952 A.L. MVP, 3x All-Star, and 8x Gold Glover inscriptions in 8 days c/o Home)

Al Rosen  (Signed a Rawlings Official Major League Baseball on the sweetspot and added his 1953 A.L. MVP inscription in 8 days c/o Home)

10/3/08

Blake Johnson  (Royals prospect signed a 2008 Bowman in 116 days c/o Arizona League Royals)

Mike Rochford  (Pitched in 8 games over 3 seasons for the Boston Red Sox.  Signed a 1990 Bowman in 13 days c/o Home)

Wayne Rosenthal  (Reliever who pitched in 42 games for the Texas Rangers.  Signed and personalized a 1992 Fleer Ultra in 13 days c/o Home)

Bruce Scholtz  (Played linebacker for 8 seasons for the Seatte Seahawks and New England Patriots.  Signed a 1989 Pro Set in 27 days c/o Home)

    

10/2/08

Austin Jackson  (Yankees prospect signed and personalized a 2008 Bowman in 115 days c/o Trenton Thunder)

Mark Parent  (Former journeyman catcher who played 13 seasons in the big leagues.  Signed a 1990 Score, 1990 Fleer and 1991 Topps in 10 days c/o Home)

 

10/1/08

Eric Stults  (Signed a 2007 Topps '52 rookie card in 221 days c/o Los Angeles Dodgers spring training)

John Rocker  (Former Braves closer signed a 2001 Fleer Futures in 11 days c/o Home)

Ed Sprague  (Third baseman who was a one time All-Star and won World Series titles with the Blue Jays in '92 and '93.  Signed a 1992 Upper Deck, '92 Donruss, '93 Topps Stadium Club, and 99 Skybox Thunder in 72 days c/o Home)

David Rohde  (Former Astros infielder signed a 1990 Bowman, 1991 Topps, and 1991 Upper Deck in 11 days c/o Home)

Jim Fahnhorst  (Offensive lineman for the 49ers who played in two Super Bowls and went to one Pro Bowl.  Signed a 1989 Pro Set in 25 days c/o Home)

Reggie McElroy  (Former offensive lineman who played for 5 teams from 1982-'96.  Signed a 1989 Pro Set in 11 days c/o Home)

9/30/08

Update:  I'd like to take a second to thank Mark from Kansas for the awesome lot of autographs he sent.  I've been under the weather for the past few days, so it was a nice surprise to find these waiting for me in the mailbox.  He sent a 1979 Topps Al Fitzmorris, a 1988 Score Willie Wilson, and a 1990 Topps & 1991 Donruss Alvaro Espinoza.  Thanks a ton Mark!

9/27/08

Jack McDowell  ("Black Jack" pitched 12 seasons in the majors and won the AL CY Young Award in 1993.  He was a 3 time All-Star and won 127 games with a 3.85 career ERA.  Signed a 2004 Topps Fan Favorites in 243 days c/o Home)

Bobby Seay  (Signed a 2008 Upper Deck in 222 days c/o Detroit Tigers spring training)

Colby Ward  (Pitched for the Cleveland Indians in 1990.  Signed a 1991 Fleer and 1991 Topps in 70 days c/o Home)

Steve Holm - Failure (Returned my 2008 Allen & Ginter's unsigned in 1 month c/o Fresno Grizzlies)

  

9/26/08

Keith Byars  (A terrific all-around player who played fullback and tight end.  He was known as an excellent rusher, blocker and receiver.  He went to the Pro Bowl in 1993 and finished his 13 year career by rushing for over 3,100 yards and 23 touchdowns, catching 610 passes for over 5,600 yards and 31 touchdowns, and completed 6 of 13 passes with 6 touchdowns.  Signed a 1989 Pro Set, '89 Score, '91 Fleer, '91 Fleer Ultra, and '92 Fleer in 20 days c/o Home)

John Bosa  (Defensive lineman who played 3 seasons for the Miami Dolphins.  Signed a 1989 Score and '89 Pro Set in 24 days c/o Home)

Chuck Long  (Former Lions and Rams quarterback, he was inducted into the College Football Hall of Fame for his efforts as the quarterback for the University of Iowa.  Signed a 1989 Pro Set and '89 Score in 62 days c/o Home)

Jack Savage  (Signed a 1989 Donruss and '91 Topps in 67 days c/o Home)

Carl Willis  (Former reliever who pitched 9 seasons in the big leagues.  Signed a 1992 Donruss In 67 days c/o Home)

  

9/25/08

Pat Ryan  (Quarterback who played 13 seasons for the Jets and 1 for the Eagles.  Signed a 1987 Topps and 1989 Pro Set in 19 days c/o Home) 

Eric Martin  (Former Saints and Chiefs wide receiver who went to the Pro Bowl in 1988.  While in college at LSU, he held the SEC record for most yards receiving in a career which has since been broken.  He still owns several receiving records for the Saints.  Signed a 1989 Pro Set, 1991 Fleer, and 1991 Fleer Ultra in 23 days c/o Home)

 

9/22/08

Taylor Holiday  (Yankees prospect signed a 2007 Bowman Draft Picks & Prospects in 121 days c/o Charleston River Dogs)

Aaron Jones  (Defensive end/linebacker who played for the Steelers, Patriots, and Dolphins.  Signed a 1989 Pro Set in 16 days c/o Home)

Ron Wolfley  (Running back who went to 4 Pro Bowls as a special teams player.  Signed a 1989 Pro Set and 1992 Pro Set in 16 days c/o Home)

Steve Korte  (Former offensvie guard and center who played his entire career for the New Orleans Saints.  Signed and personalized a 1989 Pro Set in 20 days c/o Home)

   

9/20/08

Curt Warner  (Former running back who played for the Seattle Seahawks and St. Louis Rams.  He was a 3 time Pro Bowl selection, 4 time All-Pro, led the AFC in rushing his rookie season, and finished his 8 year career with 6,844 yards rushing with 56 touchdowns.  Signed and personalized a 1989 Score in 14 days c/o Curt Warner Chevrolet)

Kirk Lowdermilk  (Offensive lineman who played with the Vikings and Colts over his 12 year career.  Signed a 1989 Pro Set, 1990 Score, and 1992 Pro Set in 18 days c/o Home)

Gary Varsho  (Played 8 seasons in the major leagues and is now the bench coach for the Pirates.  Signed a 1992 Donruss in 61 days c/o Pittsburgh Pirates)

  

9/19/08

Sammy Winder  (Two time Pro Bowl running back for the Denver Broncos.  Signed a 1989 Pro Set and 1989 Score in 55 days c/o Home)

Mark Adickes  (Former offensive lineman who played for the Chiefs and Redskins.  After his NFL career ended, he went to medical school and became an Orthopedic surgeon.  Signed and personalized a 1989 Pro Set in 17 days c/o Home)

 

9/18/08

Steve Largent  (Hall of Fame wide receiver from the Seattle Seahawks.  He went to 7 Pro Bowls, was a member of the NFL 1980's All-Decade Team, had 819 career receptions for over 13,000 yards and 101 touchdowns.  Signed a 1989 Pro Set and added his "HOF" inscription in 12 days c/o work)

Doug Smith  (Offensive lineman who played center and guard for the Los Angeles Rams, he also was selected to 6 Pro Bowls.  Signed and personalized a 1989 Pro Set in 16 days c/o Home)

 

9/17/08

Bryan Millard  (Former University of Texas and Seattle Seahawks offensive lineman.  Signed a 1989 Pro Set and 1992 Fleer in 11 days c/o Home)

9/16/08

Paul Moyer  (Former safety who played 7 seasons for the Seattle Seahawks.  Signed and personalized a 1989 Pro Set in 10 days c/o Home)

Jim "Crash" Jensen  (A multi talented player who played 12 seasons for the Miami Dolphins.  He was an excellent special teams player, and also saw time as a wide receiver, tight end, running back, and quarterback.  Signed and personalized a 1989 Pro Set in 14 days c/o Home)

Rohn Stark  (Punted for 16 seasons in the NFL and was selected to 4 Pro-Bowls.  Signed a 1989 Pro Set, 1991 Fleer, and 1991 Fleer Ultra in 14 days c/o Home)

Jeff King  (World Champion Iditarod Dog Sled Racer.  He has won the event 4 times, and in 2006, he became the oldest champion at 50 years old.  Signed a 2008 Topps Allen & Ginter's in 23 days c/o Home)

9/15/08

Randall McDaniel  (One of the greatest on most versatile offensive linemen to ever play the game.  He was a 12 time Pro-Bowl selection, a 9 time All-Pro, and a member of the the 1990's All-Decade team.  Signed a 1989 Pro Set, 1990 Score, 1991 Fleer, and 1992 Fleer in 11 days c/o Home)

9/12/08

Update:  I'd just like to take a second to wish a good collecting pal, Mark M. in Kansas, a speedy recovery from a recent automobile accident he was the victim of.  I hated to hear about this tragedy, but luckily he wasn't injured as bad as he possibly could have been.  After staying in the hospital a few days, he's now back at home resting.  Neverthelss, things like this make us stop and reflect on how lucky we are and how much life should be valued.  Get well soon Mark and God Bless!

Darrin Nelson  (A very good receiving running back who played 11 seasons in the NFL.  Signed a 1989 Score and 1989 Pro Set in 10 days c/o Stanford University)

9/11/08

J.J. Putz  (Mariners closer signed a 2008 Topps Allen & Ginter's in 18 days c/o Seattle Mariners)

Mike Carp  (Mets prospect signed a 2008 Bowman Heritage Prospects in 161 days c/o Binghamton Mets)

John Offerdahl  (Terrific linebacker who played his entire 8 year career with the Dolphins.  He was a 5 time Pro-Bowl selection.  Signed a 1989 Score and 1991 Fleer in 9 days c/o Home)

Lorenzo Hampton  (Running back who played 5 seasons for the Dolphins.  Signed a 1989 Pro Set, 1989 Score, and 1987 Topps in 9 days c/o Home)

Johnny Rembert  (Linebacker who played 10 seasons for the New England Patriots.  He was also a two time Pro-Bowl selection.  Signed and personalized a 1989 Pro Set and 1990 Score in 9 days c/o Home)

Carlos Carson  (Former wide receiver who played 10 seasons in the NFL.  He went to the Pro Bowl in 1987.  Signed and personalized a 1989 Score and 1989 Pro Set in 9 days c/o Home)

9/8/08

Callix Crabbe  (Signed a 2008 Topps Allen & Ginter's in 27 days c/o Nashville Sounds)

Mackey Sasser  (Primarily a catcher over his 9 seasons for the Giants, Pirates, Mets, and Mariners.  Signed a 1988 Score, '90 Score, and '91 Upper Deck in 49 days c/o Home)

John Smiley  (Two time All-Star pitcher who won 126 games over 12 seasons.  His best year was for the Pirates in 1991 when he won 20 games.  Signed a 1990 Score, '91 Leaf, and '91 Score in 49 days c/o Home)

Matt Whiteside  (Pitched in 286 games over his 11 year career.  Signed a 1993 Upper Deck in 49 days c/o Home.  By the way, what are the chances of having TWO successes signed in RED sharpie in one day?)

LaRon Landry  (Former LSU Tiger and current Redskins safety signed a 2007 Upper Deck First Edition in 334 days c/o Washington Redskins)

Stanley Morgan  (One of the greatest receivers in New England Patriots history and a member of the Patriots Hall of Fame.  He was a 4 time Pro-Bowl selection and finished his career with 557 receptions for almost 11,000 yards and 72 touchdowns.  Signed a 1989 Score in 6 days c/o Home)

9/6/08

Bob Chandler Sr.  (The creator of the monster truck, Bigfoot, signed a 2008 Topps Allen & Ginter's in 13 days c/o Home)

Kevin Ritz  (Played for the Rockies and Tigers over his 9 year career.  His best season came for Colorado in 1996 when he went 17-11.  Signed a 1990 Fleer, '90 Upper Deck, and '90 Score in 42 days c/o Home)

Jim Arnold  (A two time Pro Bowl punter, he played for the Chiefs, Lions and Dolphins over his 12 year career.  Signed a 1989 Pro Set, '89 Score, '90 Score, '91 Fleer, and '91 Score in 42 days c/o Home)

9/5/08

Jason Baker  (Signed and personalized a 2007 Topps Total in 284 days c/o Carolina Panthers)

Dennis Gibson  (Played linebacker for the Lions and Chargers.  Signed a 1989 Pro Set in 41 days c/o his restaurant, Encore Pizza)

9/4/08

 

Matt Schaub  (Houston's quarterback signed a 2005 Topps and 2007 Topps Total in 330 days c/o Houston Texans)

Dave Walsh  (Former Dodgers pitcher signed a 1991 Score and 1991 Topps in 47 days c/o Home)

9/2/08

Max Scherzer  (Signed and personalized a 2008 Tristar Projections in 81 days c/o Arizona Diamondbacks)

Brian Bohanon  (Pitched 12 seasons in the majors.  Signed a 1991 Score in 227 days c/o Home)

TTM Statistics

 2008 Baseball Successes 

 65%

  500/760

 2008 Football Successes

 63%

   101/159

 2008 Basketball Successes

 52%

    22/42

 2008 Other Successes 

 100%

     4/4

 2008 Total Successes

 65%

  627/965

 2007 Baseball Successes

 75%

 643/845

 2007 Football Successes

 74%

 126/170

 2007 Basketball Successes

 80%

   24/30

 2007 Total Successes

 75%

 793/1045

 2006 Baseball Successes

 72%

 399/549

 2006 Football Successes

 68%

 137/200

 2006 Total Successes

 71%

 536/749

 2005 Baseball Successes

 68%

 368/536

 2005 Football Successes

 69%

 99/143

 2005 Total Successes

 68%

 466/679

 2004 Baseball Successes

 77%

 124/159

 2004 Football Successes

 65%

 117/178

 2004 Total Successes

 71%

 241/337 

Spring Training 2008  

 Sent :  280 Received:  183 Success Rate:  65%
 

Spring Training 2007

Sent:  330

 Received:  226

 Success Rate:  68%

Spring Training 2006  

 Sent :  60 Received:  39 Success Rate:  63%

Spring Training 2005  

 Sent :  210 Received:  133 Success Rate:  63%

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