GTA Auto Thread - Monster, Mr Hockey, Gary Roberts, Jenkins, Perry, Feller, Weaver

[Nascarfan12]

i didnt make it to the arena today my walmart here didnt have maple leafs pucks so i didnt have anything to get signed i went to the one by FP and got me some so ill make it to the arena tomorrow morning for sure and ill find out if they practicing saturday friday they got some medical thing it was in yesterdays toronto star paper so i dont know if there gonna be available friday or not for autos

[MakaveIi]

Friday / Medicals and all remaining training camp days (I believe) will be done at the Ricoh Colliseum on CNE grounds..

[Nascarfan12]

thanks that sounds like what i read so i dont think thatmight not be the best day for autos so its got to be tomorrow do the security guards return next week ? there was none yesterday you had an open shot at the players as they left

[MakaveIi]

Hockeyfan can speak about how things were at the Ricoh last year during training camp.. its not bad, but its not excellent either.

Assuming this is in fact where camp will run this year and that things haven't changed from years past, your best bet is to pay the 10.00 and park in the underground area that will put you right beside the arena as this is where the players park at.

Some guys will have security push them along and through so they dont have to sign some or any autographs.. IF you wait outside the entrance doors only you will miss out on quite a few players who use the empty convention centre area to go to/from the parking lot area (you cant get into this area)

Its a good day and most players will sign if you dont push the quantity .. even better on days when camp is open to the public so you have something to do inbetween the players of the different sessions coming and going..

[Nascarfan12]

ive never been to the Ricoh Coliseum i went to the Lakeshore Lions arena to get the autographs thats where im going tomorrow for more if i can i thought they only practice at lakeshore and ive heard that security guards will escort them to there vehicles os they wont sign can you give me any info if they will be at the lions arena after this week and if there will be guards this week at the Lions arean there wasent noone to take the players to there cars

[bigcheez99]

If someone is going to Lakeshore tomorrow and can get me a signed SP Joe Nieuwendyk base I will reward you handsomly :D

[MakaveIi]

ive never been to the Ricoh Coliseum i went to the Lakeshore Lions arena to get the autographs thats where im going tomorrow for more if i can i thought they only practice at lakeshore and ive heard that security guards will escort them to there vehicles os they wont sign can you give me any info if they will be at the lions arena after this week and if there will be guards this week at the Lions arean there wasent noone to take the players to there cars

Lakeshore is home to their informal skating and practices during the season for the Leafs and/or visiting clubs. Ricoh has been home to the actual 'training camp' as they've been open the public and its a smaller building/easier to deal with the crowds. Ricoh will occassionally be used for practices during the season as well, but is usually the last of the 3 options.

Starting Friday, when they are not on the road for pre-season games or on game days at home for the pre-season, I would bet dollars to donuts they will be at the Ricoh for camp. First group hits the ice sometime around 9 and the second hits the ice around 10-1030.. most players are at the arena by 930ish *unless group1, they can come as early as 730* and everyone is gone by 1-130..

From an article talking about Luke Schenn (however its spelt)

In order to earn a spot with the big club this year, the Kelowna Rockets star will have to shine in the final two games at this tournament, and at the Leafs' main training camp next weekend at Ricoh Coliseum.

[Hockeyfan33]

Hockeyfan can speak about how things were at the Ricoh last year during training camp.. its not bad, but its not excellent either.

Assuming this is in fact where camp will run this year and that things haven't changed from years past, your best bet is to pay the 10.00 and park in the underground area that will put you right beside the arena as this is where the players park at.

Some guys will have security push them along and through so they dont have to sign some or any autographs.. IF you wait outside the entrance doors only you will miss out on quite a few players who use the empty convention centre area to go to/from the parking lot area (you cant get into this area)

Its a good day and most players will sign if you dont push the quantity .. even better on days when camp is open to the public so you have something to do inbetween the players of the different sessions coming and going..

:)
http://board.spawn.com/forums/showthread.php?t=413213

If Mats were back, I'd probably go down again this year.

[Hockeyfan33]

Does anybody want any of these:

http://i178.photobucket.com/albums/w254/Hockeyfan33/DSCF4726.jpg
http://i178.photobucket.com/albums/w254/Hockeyfan33/DSCF4725.jpg
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http://i178.photobucket.com/albums/w254/Hockeyfan33/DSCF4729.jpg


I have lots of other Leaf players including Roberts, Mogilny, other Cujo's and Sundin's, Tucker, and some team-like ones. They look great autographed and can be used for any Leaf player really (see Steen auto in the link in above post).

[JaysFan99]

Hey Mike, I wouldnt mind the first Cujo one. Those are magzine covers?

[Nascarfan12]

I was just at Lakeshore Lions arena yesterday thats where i got my autographs at and im gonna go again tomorrow is it like a thing where they there this week and after this week back to the Ricoh ?

[Nascarfan12]

id get the base signed for you if i had one i looked at 2 walmarts today they didnt have any of Joes figures and i knew for sure he was there tomorrow im going but ill need help identfying the players so hopefully some other seekers will be there also

[Hockeyfan33]

Hey Mike, I wouldnt mind the first Cujo one. Those are magzine covers?

No prob John, I've got tons. And yes, they are program covers. I'll bring one to Mookie on Saturday.

[Nascarfan12]

Bigcheez as a last resort would you feel safe to send the base to the maple leafs arena (team) c/o Joe N. in the mail cause Joe N. works in the front office now or some high up job im sure hed sign it and send it back to you if you did it that way

[Nascarfan12]

Joe .N. wasent at the lions arena today i talked to Pogge today and he said he was only there tuesday of this week they are practicing saturday but at Ricoh and the following week there too could of pretty much got any member of the team today i got 9 signed pucks today i waited and got the best ones today like Toskala, Blake, Pogge, Tlusky, Williams, Deveraux, Van Ryan

[hvyrsq]

Curtis Joseph recorded his first shut out of the year today. I went to Lakeshore arena to get his auto today and missed him. He used the east entrance and I spent most of my time at the west (Note, he drives a black Mercedes). I too scored some autos mostly on pucks, Toskala, Tlusky, Williams, Deveraux, and Steen (thanks to Nascarfan12) I also got Blake on his sp base. Looks like I'm off to the Ricoh sometime within the next couple of weeks. I just got a game used Toskala stick from my buddy who works at the ACC, it's the same stick which his upcoming sp has! Maybe I'll some of you guys at the Ricoh.

[Hockeyfan33]

Congrats on the scores! I hope Toskala does a show sometime.

[Nascarfan12]

thanks
if i would of knew it was that easy to get him and Pogge i would of got me one of them mini maple leafs masks at walmart and i could of had book end signed masks with my cujo mask
any chance of a like group meeting at the Ricoh to get autos ? have whoever can make it from here all get together and go down there and try to get some autos ?

[hvyrsq]

Interesting site...anyone heard of it, had any experiences with them?
http://www.mytml.com/maple-leaf-autographs/

[Nascarfan12]

im a member of that site its run by some guy named chris he sends me emails everynow and they about maple leafs signings and stuff but ive never went and bought anything from it when i try to click on them items my page says i cant go to that page think my browser dont wanna go to it

[Hockeyfan33]

Did anyone go to the Jenkins dinner?

John, sorry I forgot about hooking up with you after Wilson. I'm on nights this weekend and had been up for 27 hours straight by the time it ended. All that was on my mind was getting home in one piece.

[Hockeyfan33]

Travis Snider
Sep. 24
Noon - 1 p.m.
Jays Shop at Sears
Yonge at Dundas

http://toronto.bluejays.mlb.com/tor/fan_forum/meet_the_bluejays.jsp

This would be a good signing to go to!

[JaysFan99]

No prob Mike.

Damn, Wanted to go to Snider, I work 2 blocks from there. Hopefully he is around a long time and is good at the park.

[jeromebone]

Damn...Snider would be an awesome addition to the collection. Unfortunately I'll be working that day.

Anybody going to Wells, Ryan, and Burnett tonight? I am pretty sure I will be there

[JaysFan99]

Andy Bathgate cancelled , and was not at Mohawk racetrack on Saturday. Drove all the way there, for nothing.


:(

[Nascarfan12]

yeah i went for Bathgate also he did the same thing Rick Vaive did at the Courtese flea market they supposed to sign for free then they get a paid signing and they cancel the free signing im thinking its in there contract they cant sign for free when they are getting paid to sign within so many days ?

[Nascarfan12]

Does anyone know anywhere in the GTA i can buy pictures of female tennis players and female golfers to send in for autos TTM ?

[Nascarfan12]

Adam Lind with Travis Snyder tomorrow at Sears in the Eaton Centre

[eggwhite]

The Jays website is showing Travis Snider and Scott Richmond for the Sears signing

[hvyrsq]

Went to the first game between the jays and the yankees tonight and got Phil Coke (Yankees pitcher) on a ball and Joe Inglett (jays infielder) on a ball....both during batting practice. I am going again tomorrow night (won tix on the Fan590) will probably wait around after the game and try to get John Mcdonald and I heard that Johnny Damon are not that tough to get outside the stadium.....we'll see....can't find my cord to connect camera to computer to post pictures....dam kids....will post once the cord shows up

[Nascarfan12]

they said during the jays game on rogers cable last night that adam lind was gonna be there with travis snyder anyone else watch the game and see it

[hvyrsq]

recent scores from the jays games vs Minn, Oak, and Yankees
Joe Nathan and Nick Blackburn Minn. Lenny DiNado A's, Batista Seattle, Scott Richmond Jays (street clothes)
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Scott Richmond
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[Hockeyfan33]

Does anybody need any Blue Jay stuff:
http://search.ebay.ca/_W0QQsassZcan-col

[bigcheez99]

The Marlies announced their promo schedule on their site today and NINE Leafs bobbleheads will be given away this year. Sometimes players sign before the game. Here is the list:

Sunday, October 26 – Tomas Kaberle
Saturday, November 22 – Wendel Clark
Sunday, December 14 – Jiri Tlusty
Saturday, December 27 – Curtis Joseph
Saturday, January 3 – Anton Stralman
Saturday, January 31 – Doug Gilmour (also Douggy day at the ACC)
Sunday, February 15 – Matt Stajan
Sunday, March 1 – Vesa Toskala
Sunday, March 22 – Joe Nieuwendyk

[Hockeyfan33]

The Marlies announced their promo schedule on their site today and NINE Leafs bobbleheads will be given away this year. Sometimes players sign before the game. Here is the list:

Sunday, October 26 – Tomas Kaberle
Saturday, November 22 – Wendel Clark
Sunday, December 14 – Jiri Tlusty
Saturday, December 27 – Curtis Joseph
Saturday, January 3 – Anton Stralman
Saturday, January 31 – Doug Gilmour (also Douggy day at the ACC)
Sunday, February 15 – Matt Stajan
Sunday, March 1 – Vesa Toskala
Sunday, March 22 – Joe Nieuwendyk

Wow. A Toskala autograph would be sweet! Any chance of knowing a head of time if the players will be there or not?

[bigcheez99]

Hey Hockeyfan33!

IIRC from last year, only older players will sign, not current ones. So you might get Clark, Gilmour, and Nieuwendyk this year but that could change to include current roster players. I dont see why they couldnt do the signings on Sunday Marlies games.

[Canadiens-Fan]

Does the Tlusty bobblehead come with or without the uniform ??

[hvyrsq]

Went to my final Jays game tonight, I only went to 6 or 7 games this year..just happens 3 of them were within a week. I gained a lot of respect for Joey Inglett. The guy came over and signed autos for about 15-20 minutes after he stretched, just finished signing a couple of minutes before game time. He did that last night as well. Greg Zaun also came over and signed autos for about 10 minutes before going to the bullpen to warm-up A.J. I also got autos from Alfredo Aceves (Yankees pitcher) and once again Phil Coke (Good looking call-up who still has a 0.00 era after a dozen or so innings...another first class guy. Signed anything and everything put in front of him. I'll post pics later.

[eggwhite]

Are the bobbles going to be the regular sized ones or the mini's (ie - ondrus) ?

To me, the picture on the Marlies site looks like minis.

[raptorfan2006]

went to the final jays game

scott richmond signed twice but i didn't need him
zaun actually told halladay to hold on, and then signed for a few minutes, but i didn't need him either

joe inglett signed for 10 minutes after stretching and he signed a photo for me
travis snider signed for a few minutes but wouldn't touch my photo as he went down the base path for some reason, but finally before jolting signed it. i thought he'd be easier but i almost didn't get him.
and aj burnett came out with jesse litsch and signed for 15 minutes. i got aj on a photo

the rest of the jays didn't sign even though it was the final game of the season at home. kinda disgraceful

[bigcheez99]

The Hockey Hall Of Fame will not have a current team signing (the Canadiens) this year, boo! Instead they will have Canadiens legends do the free signing. Only 2 names announced:

http://www.legendsofhockey.net/html/ind08cele.htm#Fri

[MakaveIi]

Incase anyone was interested.. I checked with WGA about when Gretzky might be conducting his next private signing as it's been a couple of years now (I think?) and the reply was "not this year"

[Nascarfan12]

and at the HHOF there only signing there posters no outside stuff can be signed

[grupy]

Incase anyone was interested.. I checked with WGA about when Gretzky might be conducting his next private signing as it's been a couple of years now (I think?) and the reply was "not this year"

Im hoping he does the signing soon...need to get a few items signed by the Great One.

Does anyone on here that has dealt with WGA before, know the pricing for a McFarlane base and jersey numbers?

[MakaveIi]

McFarlanes (figure included) were sold for 100 a piece I believe (6")

Jersey numbers were probably 249 or so

[maxxlouie]

I don't think they did loose numbers

[Canadiens-Fan]

Upcoming Signings at Dave & Buster's (all held in the evening, specific times and pricing will be announced when available)

October 21st
Vic Stasiuk
Bronco Horvath

November 11th
Marcel Pronovost
Andy Bathgate

November 18th
Richard Brodeur
Real Cloutier

December 18th
Al McNeil

[Hockeyfan33]

The Hockey Hall Of Fame will not have a current team signing (the Canadiens) this year, boo! Instead they will have Canadiens legends do the free signing. Only 2 names announced:

http://www.legendsofhockey.net/html/ind08cele.htm#Fri

Frank Mahovlich added.

[Hockeyfan33]

Incase anyone was interested.. I checked with WGA about when Gretzky might be conducting his next private signing as it's been a couple of years now (I think?) and the reply was "not this year"

Thanks for checking into it Matt. I was wondering myself. I emailed them a while back asking if they were ever going to get any signed McFarlanes in but got no response.

[Hockeyfan33]

McFarlanes (figure included) were sold for 100 a piece I believe (6")


$99
:)

[Hockeyfan33]

2008 Legend's game

October 19th - HERSHEY CENTRE, 2:30 p.m.

Don't miss out on an afternoon of excitement and great on-ice entertainment, as Applewood Hockey Association invites all its members, their friends and families to the Legends Game on Sunday, October 19, 2008 at Hershey Centre. See NHL Legends like Johnny Bower, Wendel Clark, Marcel Dionne and more. Admission is free! Wear your Applewood jerseys and show your Coyotes' spirit! Click here for more details.

http://www.applewoodhockey.on.ca/

[Hockeyfan33]

Who went to the Applewood game last year?

[Nascarfan12]

According to there poster looks like the autograph session there gonna do is Johnny Bower and Yvan Cournoyer any chance of getting the others autos ?

[Hockeyfan33]

According to there poster looks like the autograph session there gonna do is Johnny Bower and Yvan Cournoyer any chance of getting the others autos ?

I think you're looking at last years poster. I didn't see Cournoyer's name for this year.

[Nascarfan12]

Oops your correct my bad i read last years any ideals whos gonna sign this year ?

[JaysFan99]

I went to Applewood, Cournoyer and Bower signed after the game. There is a pre game skate, where the players may sign on the ice. Bring skates.

[Hockeyfan33]

I went to Applewood, Cournoyer and Bower signed after the game. There is a pre game skate, where the players may sign on the ice. Bring skates.

Your post from last year:

Just got back from the Davis and Henderson charity event. All the players were on the ice with the public for 2 hours prior to game time (Some in shoes, some in skates). They were signings graphs for everyone and taking photos. If you wanted you could of waited in front of the players change rooms.

I ended up getting Perreault and Marcel Dionne on my Hockey of the Fame photo. Also got a photo with Doug Gilmour and a auto on an 8x10 of Gilmour, I brought with me.

Cournoyer and Bower signed for an hour or so prior to the game, only were allowed one autograph each. I brought a 16x20 of the Stanley cup to have them both sign. Not bad for a free event.

[Hockeyfan33]

Oops your correct my bad i read last years any ideals whos gonna sign this year ?

Poster says "you could meet":

Bower, Clark, Dionne, Richer, Billy Smith, Hawerchuck, O'Reilly, Perreault and Sevigny.

[JaysFan99]

If your on the ice you will increase your chances. You can catch them on the way to the ice, but they will be on the ice for at least a half hour or hour with a pre skate meet and greet.

[Nascarfan12]

anyone know a phone number we could call for more info on if there gonna have a pregame auto signing ? i couldnt find one on the site

[JaysFan99]

anyone know a phone number we could call for more info on if there gonna have a pregame auto signing ? i couldnt find one on the site

No official pre game, just a bunch of players skating around the ice, signing graphs and talking to people.

Post game, usually the coaches sign. They will likely have Bower sign afterwards.

[JaysFan99]

Email them, there is a contact on the site

[Nascarfan12]

ok i just called Wendy at Applewood and she said as of right now theres nothing planned as for autograph session before the game but that couold change later before the event trying to do too many things here at once and didnt look at the website thoroughly or i would of found the contact stuff thanks for the info on the contact part

[JaysFan99]

I doubt it would be before the game, Johnny and Yvan signed after the game last year. None of the actual players were at the signing, and I heard it was the same the previous year, but it was Henri Richard instead of Cournoyer.

[jawstoyz]

I went last year and had a fun day....but when I asked the people working there about auto's they said it was a private event not open to the public..we had no troubles getting some Auto's but you definitely have to get them durning the skate...after the game they were pretty anal because they were going up to the bar area and you can't get near them there unless you are part of the event

[Hockeyfan33]

All I really want is one Stephane Richer autograph on my Forum print.

[JaysFan99]

Go early, like two hours early, they will be surounded by hundreds of parents and kids.

[keontostajan]

10:30 a.m. - Autograph Signing with Wendel Clark

WHEN: Saturday, October 4, 2008
WHERE: BMO Bank of Montreal
925 Taunton Road East
Oshawa, Ontario

source: http://www.newswire.ca/en/releases/archive/October2008/03/c3029.html

[bigcheez99]

Wendel Clark is the villiage bicycle of the Toronto autograph scene, everybody gets a turn (or autograph is this case!!) :D :D

[Nascarfan12]

i still need Wendel on my walmart clearance leafs jersey i got 10 sigs on it hes gonna be #11

[Canadiens-Fan]

Howie Meeker

November 25th

Dave & Buster's

[bigcheez99]

Anyone go to Wendel Clark?

[Nascarfan12]

Yeah i went to Wendel Clark got my jersey signed and he had small pics and he had some maple leafs hockey pucks he was signing for free there was like 3 people ahead of me and they all was just getting pics with him i got there about 11 it was at a nice family event they had lots of freebies for the kids and free breakfast and drinks

[Hockeyfan33]

Sounds like fun. Congrats. Wait until he gets a McFarlane and then everone will want his signature.

[Nascarfan12]

Hes around town so much signing people who get his auto dont keep going back for more usually and hes got a resturant so if they wanted it they can also go there hes at his resturant alot (unlike Gretzky)

[wfrazerjr]

Guys, we just picked up something pretty amazing -- I'll let the summary fill you in:

Robert Thomas was a cameraman for the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation for more than 20 years. During the hockey season, he was a mainstay behind the lens for "Hockey Night In Canada".
When Mr. Thomas wasn't bringing hockey to millions across Canada, however, he was busy with his hobby -- collecting hockey autographs. His unique access to players and coaches allowed to fill binder after binder with signed cards, photos, team-issue postcards and more.
The great care taken by Mr. Thomas in building his collection shows in its quality and its quantity. There are more than 10,000 autographs ranging from the late 1960s through the late 1980s -- from Toe Blake to Brett Hull, with just about everyone in between.
The IceBox is proud to have acquired this collection and to give our customers both a chance to see these amazing pieces and purchase some of them. All autographs will come with our business card LOA with information about the origins of the piece. Full-page LOA letters are also available for a fee to cover the extra shipping costs.

This is some pretty stunning stuff -- more than 7,000 signed cards, 2,500+ signed team-issue, postcards and other oddballs, 600-700 signed 8x10s and plenty of other goodies. We'll be digging through it for some time, but we'll be adding some of the key pieces to our eBay and own web sites in the next week or two. We'll also have all of it at the Fall Expo.

Here are a couple examples:

http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y81/wfrazerjr/ThomasCollection.jpg
http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y81/wfrazerjr/ThomasCollection2.jpg
http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y81/wfrazerjr/ThomasCollection3.jpg
http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y81/wfrazerjr/ThomasCollection4.jpg

The Armstrong Tall Boy is already gone -- one of four in the collection. In addition, there are seven Drydens (including the first 8x10 I've ever had), 15-20 Yzermans, the same number of Lemieuxs, six or seven Bobby Orrs -- I'm not even done being close to counting and cataloging.

Feel free to drop me a line if there are specific players you're looking for, especially guys who are tough to find. There are multiple near sets for every year in the 80s and plenty for the 70s. It will take me at least a week or two to go through everything, though, so be patient.

Thanks!

[Hockeyfan33]

That Dryden is sweet!

[Scottsy_5]

Did you get any king clancy autogrpahed 8x10's? Any Punch imlach or other older hhof famers?

[Canadiens-Fan]

Howie Meeker postponed, signing hopefully this spring.

[Pack_Man]

I'm sure this has been said a thousand times, but everytime I see this thread I think it's about Grand Theft Auto.

[hvyrsq]

Leaf insider had this today

http://mapleleafs.nhl.com/mobilefanzone.htm

[keontostajan]

but as usual with the leafs who?who?? who???

[wfrazerjr]

Did you get any king clancy autogrpahed 8x10's? Any Punch imlach or other older hhof famers?

No one older than early 70s in the 8x10s. I have one Clancy on a card and still looking through other stuff.

[Scottsy_5]

Ok, Do you have toe blake on an 8x10 or gump worsley?

[Scottsy_5]

I met George Armstrong at the toronto maple leafs game Sunday!

[DIABLOS]

Well boys, I thought I'd share the story of what happened yesterday to me.....a friend of mine told me Ken Dryden was having his BBQ in support of him running for office in his North York riding on Saturday and that he was having a debate at a banquet hall by Chesswood and Sheppard on Monday. Took a chance, and as we were pulling into the banquet hall, who was walking outside with no one around...KEN DRYDEN....we stopped the car and quickly grabbed a few autographs....we nearly ran him over but in the end he was really nice and of course personalized the autographs we obtained!! Never thought I'd get close to getting his autograph, but it was a lucky day and perfect timing.

[Scottsy_5]

I have done the same thing with ken dryden, wait around at some political debate he had last month. I had an 8x10 of which he asked fro my name and signed the photo. Actually, a Nice guy despite all the rumors of him being a jerk and a hard to obtain autogrpah!

[Yzerman19c]

I have done the same thing with ken dryden, wait around at some political debate he had last month. I had an 8x10 of which he asked fro my name and signed the photo. Actually, a Nice guy despite all the rumors of him being a jerk and a hard to obtain autogrpah!


Ken is a good guy . He just won't do shows or private signings and always personalizes.

[hoodle]

I am in need of a Marcel Pronovost on my Legends of Hockey PC. Anyone in the area planning on going? PM so we can set something up. Thanks...

Tim

[JaysFan99]

Ken refused to sign my 1972 sumit series photo, he said he didnt sign those. He seemed very paranoid.

[Canadiens-Fan]

Here's my Ken Dryden story.

A few years ago, during the last election, Ken Dryden made a stop at our local MP's office. The trip wasn't publicized very well, and there weren't many people at the office that night for what was the grand opening. Luckily, I got wind of it through a person with connections in the business community. So I went down to the campaign office. I took with me two items (I didn't want to appear too greedy). Firstly, a copy of Lions in Winter that is signed by close to 50 Habs and a poster I have signed by about 10 Habs Hall of Famers.

Not knowing what to expect (based on reputation and stories) I stood there for two hours until Mr. Dryden finally arrived. Then sitting there wearing Liberal campaign buttons I sat through a speech from our local MP and then Mr. Dryden. After the conclusion of the speeches, I noticed some approach Mr. Dryden and have him sign some mini-sticks. I then made my move.

I presented the book first with a blue sharpie. As I requested he signed perfectly at the top of the page (right above Lafleur) and commented on me having Bert Olmstead's signature a few below his. He was very accomodating, feeling enboldened I unfurled the poster and a silver sharpie. At this point his congeniality seemed to end and the happiness drained from his face. He quickly signed the poster and then turned away. Setting the poster down I noticed that the silver in the marker had faded about halfway through the signature.

With a bigger crowd gathering I didn't think it would go over too well, if I waded in and tested my luck. Of course, knowing his reputation I didn't figure that I would be successful. Besides I had two Ken Dryden signatures on Habs team items, neither of which was personalized, so who can complain.

[JaysFan99]

Your lucky, as he only personlizes now. He actually asked me twice if I was going to sell my personalized auto, and said he hopes he doesnt see these items on ebay.

[Canadiens-Fan]

Your lucky, as he only personlizes now. He actually asked me twice if I was going to sell my personalized auto, and said he hopes he doesnt see these items on ebay.

I can see Ken Dryden spending his nights scouring ebay auctions looking for people trying to sell their personalized signatures of him. You would think as an MP he'd have a little bit of work to do.

[toronto-boy]

a close friend of mine actually had dryden knock on his door in one of his campaigns. being a habs fanatic, he pulled out a cap,jersey and BEER mug. Dryden signed all three! personalized everything but the mug,lol

[Scottsy_5]

Thats funny he wouldn't sign the canada russia 1972 team photo. If i got one of those i could easily get bobby orr to sign it and then ken dryden.

[Scottsy_5]

how about someone bring in peter statsny or bryqan trottier to do a signing?

[toronto-boy]

Trottier & Stastny are both signing at Channel Sports.

NOV 8

lots of players that day!

@ Channel
Yvan Cournoyer
Pete Mahovlich
Larry Robinson
Steve Shutt
Borje Salming
Brad Park
Michel Goulet
Peter Stastny
Bryan Trottier
Billy Smith



AND


@ AJ's Lanny McDonald



DAMN!

[Scottsy_5]

yeah but you have to buy an exclusive ticket from their website. Its not an open signing!

[toronto-boy]

yeah but you have to buy an exclusive ticket from their website. Its not an open signing!

its still open, they are just using it to promote their site.kinda smart.

still $39 for two sigs, i am in on 4 of the 5 LOL


think they will allow jersey numbers? it does say "ANY ITEM" :o)

[Scottsy_5]

i wouldn't trust them! They are know in the community for selling fake autos!

[Scottsy_5]

so youre saying your still allowed to go to it show up and then pay for the autos?

[jawstoyz]

Trottier is in the GTA every summer and signs anything really nice but quiet guy

[toronto-boy]

i wouldn't trust them! They are know in the community for selling fake autos!

they rep some big names, highly doubt they sell fakes

they deal direct with the players

[toronto-boy]

so youre saying your still allowed to go to it show up and then pay for the autos?

i didnt say that, i read the same thing you did on their site bro

[toronto-boy]

i wouldn't trust them! They are know in the community for selling fake autos!

still dont get the fake autos stuff on these guys.

these are public signings,how can that be fake?


if i SEE the athlete sign it, thats pretty authentic in my books,lol

[JaysFan99]

Trottier & Stastny are both signing at Channel Sports.

NOV 8

lots of players that day!

@ Channel
Yvan Cournoyer
Pete Mahovlich
Larry Robinson
Steve Shutt
Borje Salming
Brad Park
Michel Goulet
Peter Stastny
Bryan Trottier
Billy Smith

Link ? Source?

[Hockeyfan33]

I met George Armstrong at the toronto maple leafs game Sunday!

Congrats. Did he sign anything for you?

[Hockeyfan33]

Well boys, I thought I'd share the story of what happened yesterday to me.....a friend of mine told me Ken Dryden was having his BBQ in support of him running for office in his North York riding on Saturday and that he was having a debate at a banquet hall by Chesswood and Sheppard on Monday. Took a chance, and as we were pulling into the banquet hall, who was walking outside with no one around...KEN DRYDEN....we stopped the car and quickly grabbed a few autographs....we nearly ran him over but in the end he was really nice and of course personalized the autographs we obtained!! Never thought I'd get close to getting his autograph, but it was a lucky day and perfect timing.

COOL. I wish I had known about it!

[bigcheez99]

Heard from a co-worker that Ben Ondrus was signing at that Leafs Mobile thingy at Dundas Square today.

[Scottsy_5]

id love if anyone could bring in pete stemkowski, larry jeffrey, milan marcetta, david keon, or any other 67 leafs that are not around the block every week like johnny bower.

[JaysFan99]

id love if anyone could bring in pete stemkowski, larry jeffrey, milan marcetta, david keon, or any other 67 leafs that are not around the block every week like johnny bower.

Stemkowksi was at Aj's 2 year ago or so, and I think at the 67 leaf show. I think it would be at least a year or more before he is around again. Forget about Keon, only possibility is AJ's but I heard that fell through. People been trying to get him for the last 5 -7 years with no luck. Keon has been turning down all Michigan promoters as well.

[Scottsy_5]

damn it. Im trying to work on getting a leafs 1967 team photo all signed up.

[Scottsy_5]

How about mike shaky walton?

[JaysFan99]

You can look up past signings on signingshotline.com, all the 67 leafs except Armstrong and Keon were around in 2007.

[Nascarfan12]

[Does Keon sign thru the mail ive got a florida addy for him ?

[JaysFan99]

I heard Keon did, but he moved a year ago or so.

[hvyrsq]

Mike Palmateer and Bob Probert at Dundas Square today between 12:30 and 1:30. Promoting the t.v. show Rent-A-Goalie

[Nascarfan12]

are you going to that ? where do you park ? id have to go get me a detroit puck for probert i already got Palmateers

[Canadiens-Fan]

Apparently, this is now back on. I'll keep the board posted when I know more details.

Howie Meeker

November 25th

Dave & Buster's

[Canadiens-Fan]

The signing is tentatively scheduled, once I know more details I will forward them to the board.

Pat Stapleton

November 25th

Dave & Buster's

[JaysFan99]

I heard Stapleton was cancelled at AJ's.

Damn, wish I knew about Probert, Palmateer sooner, I work around the corner from there, but got nothing to get signed.

[Hockeyfan33]

[Does Keon sign thru the mail ive got a florida addy for him ?

He did. A great through the mail signer!

I heard Keon did, but he moved a year ago or so.

He did. I don't know his new address.

[Hockeyfan33]

2008 Legend's game

October 19th - HERSHEY CENTRE, 2:30 p.m.

Don't miss out on an afternoon of excitement and great on-ice entertainment, as Applewood Hockey Association invites all its members, their friends and families to the Legends Game on Sunday, October 19, 2008 at Hershey Centre. See NHL Legends like Johnny Bower, Wendel Clark, Marcel Dionne and more. Admission is free! Wear your Applewood jerseys and show your Coyotes' spirit! Click here for more details.

http://www.applewoodhockey.on.ca/

Is anybody going to this?

[Hockeyfan33]

The Hockey Hall Of Fame will not have a current team signing (the Canadiens) this year, boo! Instead they will have Canadiens legends do the free signing. Only 2 names announced:

http://www.legendsofhockey.net/html/ind08cele.htm#Fri

Up to 4 names now

"Your opportunity to meet and receive free* autographs from Honoured Members Yvan Cournoyer, Frank Mahovlich, Larry Robinson and Serge Savard who combined won a total of 26 Stanley Cup championships as members of the Montréal Canadiens."

With how many are in town that weekend, there should be way more then that there.

[Scottsy_5]

It really sucks that the hall of fame does the autogrpah signings this way! Seriously, if you put a 1 per person item limit per signer, whats wrong with that? Id rather do that then get some really crappy poster!

[keontostajan]

Johnny Bower /Bobby Baun
Sunday November 30th
12-2pm
Leaside Arena
1073 Millwood Road

[Nascarfan12]

Leaside Arena dont they have the sportscard show then ? are they signing at the show ?

[Scottsy_5]

yep they're signing at the toronto sports card show on nov. 30th.

[Scottsy_5]

hi, just got back from the applewood hockey association game hounding the hhof players for autos. Great successes today, 100%. I got the following results,

Gilbert Perrault- signed my 16x20, signed my 8x10. 2/2
Marcel Dionne- signed my 16x20 team canada 72 photo. 1/1
billy smith- toughy to get him today blew me off before the game but happily signed my 8x10 after. 1/1
Johnny Bower- definately kept up his great reputation when he was busy in a group of people and walked up to me asking if i had anything i wanted him to sign. got 1 8x10 signed. 1/1

Overall, a great day but the security at the game was very restricting and i had to work very hard for those autros.

[Nascarfan12]

Good job

[Hockeyfan33]

Nice. Congrats man. Billy Smith is one I would like to meet eventually.

[93leafs]

Hit up the Flames Sunday afternoon...and lo and behold out walks Al MacNeil....asked him to sign the cards he has received thru the mail over the past couple years...he said he wife takes care of the sorting...;(

[JaysFan99]

--------------------------------------------------------------------------------

hi, just got back from the applewood hockey association game hounding the hhof players for autos. Great successes today, 100%. I got the following results,

Gilbert Perrault- signed my 16x20, signed my 8x10. 2/2
Marcel Dionne- signed my 16x20 team canada 72 photo. 1/1
billy smith- toughy to get him today blew me off before the game but happily signed my 8x10 after. 1/1
Johnny Bower- definately kept up his great reputation when he was busy in a group of people and walked up to me asking if i had anything i wanted him to sign. got 1 8x10 signed. 1/1

Overall, a great day but the security at the game was very restricting and i had to work very hard for those autros.

Rene Robert, was very very strict, and was kicking people out all over the place. Security was also screening people before they entered the Hershey Centre (I told them I worked for the company). It was a private event wth Apple Wood and Davis and Henderson.

[93leafs]

From the Edm. Sun....

EDMONTON - Hockey fans at a sports collectibles show say they
were stunned to learn that autographs at a table featuring Sam
Gagner and Andrew Cogliano of the Edmonton Oilers cost $25.
"I actually had a buddy that came here and he actually left
because he had to pay $25 to get just an autograph," said Oilers fan
Byron Hall, who attended the show at the Polish Veterans' Hall in
Edmonton on Sunday.
"It's kind of bad ... they could do it for free."
It wasn't clear where the money was going, but the Edmonton Sun
reported that several people working the event who didn't want to be
identified confirmed that it wasn't for charity.
The show was put on by Bossa Shows, and AJ Sportsworld was in
charge of the signing.
Cogliano said the signing was part of his contract with AJ
Sportsworld, but declined to comment further after being told not to
talk to media.

[Nascarfan12]

Also found this in the Edmonton sun


He was one of many fans who paid the $6 to get into the Edmonton sports collectibles show, where Sam Gagner and Andrew Cogliano sat at a table and signed their names for $25 a pop.

“It’s a touchy subject,” he added when asked how he felt about having to pay for the two young players’ autographs. “It’s kind of bad ... they could do it for free.”

Hall and Christie Frost had paid the price, but said it was not worth it “for the five seconds,” it took the players.

“You pay enough for the damn tickets,” Frost said.

It’s not clear where the money was going, but several people working the event – who didn’t want to be identified – confirmed that it wasn’t for charity.

The show was put on by Bossa Shows, and AJ Sportsworld was in charge of the signing.

Cogliano and Gagner were to sign between 1 and 2 p.m., but left moments after 1:45 p.m.

Both players’ base salaries are over US$800,000 per year.

[bigcheez99]

The people who complain to the media where probably not "autograph collectors" but regular fans. To me this isnt real news that needs to be printed. The price was advertised all over the place, if you dont like it, dont pay.

[Nascarfan12]

I know altho Andrew was only $15 when he was here thats cheap compared to what some people are charging especially ones who have exclusive signing contracts if they want free autos find them after practice or send a SASE in the mail

Brampton Battalion Defencemen Ken Peroff, Brad Albert, and Alexander Eriksson will be avaliable for autograph at Pizza Pizza located at 320 Main St. North in Brampton. tomorrow at 11 am - ?

[JaysFan99]

I guess the regular fans think they are their courtesy of the Oilers, but it was a private business venture.

[Yzerman19c]

The people who complain to the media where probably not "autograph collectors" but regular fans. To me this isnt real news that needs to be printed. The price was advertised all over the place, if you dont like it, dont pay.

this type of publicity is bad for autograph collectors it leads to less players wanting to do public appearances. Its the reason why Lindros wont do any paid public signings anymore based on the heat he took for a show in the early 90's in TO (the price at the time was $3). Beliveau refused to do shows after this were you had to pay for his autograph so to get around it they charged an admission fee for the show were you got a free autograph(and could buy as many admissions as needed) . Beliveau of course changed his stance on this but this went on for a few years

[JaysFan99]

Channel is bringing in Billy Smith if your desperate enough for him. It's surprising Aj's or Frozen pond has not brought him in in the last few years. Been waiting a while to get him.

Hopefully someone brings in Dennis Potvin too, even though I heard he is not the nicest person.

[Yzerman19c]

Channel is bringing in Billy Smith if your desperate enough for him. It's surprising Aj's or Frozen pond has not brought him in in the last few years. Been waiting a while to get him.

Hopefully someone brings in Dennis Potvin too, even though I heard he is not the nicest person.


Denis has been very accomadating and friendly at any show i have seen him at. Im not sure about hounding though

[JaysFan99]

Channel Sports

http://www.channelsports.ca/Upcoming%20Events/UpcomingEvents.htm

Has " An evening with The Captains " in the signing section of their webpage. Dave Keon, Wandel Clark and Darryl Sittler. I wonder if this is in connection of what Aj's was planning.

[Yzerman19c]

Channel Sports

http://www.channelsports.ca/Upcoming%20Events/UpcomingEvents.htm

Has " An evening with The Captains " in the signing section of their webpage. Dave Keon, Wandel Clark and Darryl Sittler. I wonder if this is in connection of what Aj's was planning.

while he wasn't 100% sure my friend told me that Gilmour has replaced Keon

[JaysFan99]

Darn! I had my hopes up for a Keon signing this year, even if it was a private.

[Nascarfan12]

a few months ago when the brick superstores around the GTA opened they had Gilmore, Sittler and Clark signing at 3 different Brick stores free

[grupy]

a few months ago when the brick superstores around the GTA opened they had Gilmore, Sittler and Clark signing at 3 different Brick stores free

Dang - I need to get my Sittler base done

[toronto-boy]

while he wasn't 100% sure my friend told me that Gilmour has replaced Keon

i heard gilmour MIGHT be in, but not as a replacement.
I was told direct from channel that they have an agreement with Keon, and that they have an exclusive to produce a Captain's collection of pucks,sticks photos and jerseys for several former leaf captains including Dave Keon.
The price I was quoted was pretty steap though..but might still gotta get a couple pieces...it's keon!

[Scottsy_5]

Bringing keon in for a dinner? what a joke! How much was it for tickets and can you get auto while your there?

[Yzerman19c]

i heard gilmour MIGHT be in, but not as a replacement.
I was told direct from channel that they have an agreement with Keon, and that they have an exclusive to produce a Captain's collection of pucks,sticks photos and jerseys for several former leaf captains including Dave Keon.
The price I was quoted was pretty steap though..but might still gotta get a couple pieces...it's keon!

thanks for the update

[toronto-boy]

Bringing keon in for a dinner? what a joke! How much was it for tickets and can you get auto while your there?

??? dinner with DAVE KEON..your right..what a bummer lol

[toronto-boy]

thanks for the update

no prob. hopefully this dinner/event/whatever it is actually happens.

[Nascarfan12]

i know this is in the wrong thread but i thought it was too cute not to post

Listeria and Food Safety

Q&A's

Q: The Stanley Cup was recently on tour in my town, and I kissed it.

Do I have to worry about being infected by listeria?

A: You are safe. The Stanley Cup has not been in contact with any Maple Leaf product in over 40 years.

[Nascarfan12]

*Jean Beliveau
Thu 10/30/08
4:30 thru 5:30
Pillar Ice Haus: RIM Park
2001 University Ave
Waterloo, Ontario

[JaysFan99]

heard gilmour MIGHT be in, but not as a replacement.
I was told direct from channel that they have an agreement with Keon, and that they have an exclusive to produce a Captain's collection of pucks,sticks photos and jerseys for several former leaf captains including Dave Keon.
The price I was quoted was pretty steap though..but might still gotta get a couple pieces...it's keon!

I wonder if they will accept our own pieces to be signed. I have seen Channel Sports lurking on this board, maybe they can clarify?

[bigcheez99]

Channel Sports also has a big autograph show on November 8 but no info on where or when. Consider its only 2 weeks or so away, I dont see it happening. People need to learn that Channel Sports signings are REALLY hit or miss.

Their signings are like asking a hot girl at a bar out. She will either say no or give you her number and when you get home and call it, figure out its a fake :D

[Nascarfan12]

on there website is a contact number you can call for more info on that signing it says

[saf2004saf]

Johnny Bower comes home to Weston!

Johnny Bower will be in Weston to sign his book “The China Wall”. First 25 books sold will also receive a signed poster. Books will be sold at the event for $29 (incl. GST). A great gift for anyone who is a hockey fan! Profits from the signing will go towards the Weston Heritage Conservation District which is raising funds towards Phase 2 of the study. (Mr. Bower will only be signing his book at this event)

Join our team on
Saturday, November 1st at Peter’s Barbershop
4 John Street
at 10am

I'm putting this up for a friend. As stated in the flyer they will not accept ANY items other than the book. They will be strict on this. Your more than welcome to bring your own book if you have already purchased it. There wil be a $5 donation if you do bring your own book that goes to Weston's Heritage Conservation District. If you have any further questions please don't hesitate to respond to this notice. Thanks.

[JaysFan99]

Channel Sports also has a big autograph show on November 8 but no info on where or when. Consider its only 2 weeks or so away, I dont see it happening. People need to learn that Channel Sports signings are REALLY hit or miss.

Their signings are like asking a hot girl at a bar out. She will either say no or give you her number and when you get home and call it, figure out its a fake

The show is for members of Channel sports only, and tickets can only be purchased on the auction site. They have the date and times on the website.

[Nascarfan12]

On October 24th join Jamal Mayers in Bolton, Ontario and help fight Neuroblastoma which is a rare form of cancer that strikes children. The Aidan’s Quest Fund Dinner/Dance Gala promises to be a great night to raise money for this cause.
http://mapleleafs.nhl.com/

[bigcheez99]

On October 24th join Jamal Mayers in Bolton, Ontario and help fight Neuroblastoma which is a rare form of cancer that strikes children. The Aidan’s Quest Fund Dinner/Dance Gala promises to be a great night to raise money for this cause.
http://mapleleafs.nhl.com/

Hmmm doesn't sound like a autograph seeking type of event. Good cause for Jamal to be involved with thou!

[Scottsy_5]

someone bring in serge savard or bobby clarke. how about bringing in some of the players playing in the hall of fame game like robinson or cournoyer?

[SammyLJ]

*Jean Beliveau
Thu 10/30/08
4:30 thru 5:30
Pillar Ice Haus: RIM Park
2001 University Ave
Waterloo, Ontario

is this a free signing or what?

[Canadiens-Fan]

someone bring in serge savard or bobby clarke. how about bringing in some of the players playing in the hall of fame game like robinson or cournoyer?

Both Serge Savard and Bobby Clarke did public signings at the Expo last year. Savard last fall, Clarke last spring. Cournoyer did three signings in Toronto last year, and the fall Expo before that. Robinson's last public signing in the area was with Frozen Pond two years ago.

I'm sure all of these guy's will be back on the circuit in the next little while, but there are other players in more demand, right now at least.

[JaysFan99]

someone bring in serge savard or bobby clarke. how about bringing in some of the players playing in the hall of fame game like robinson or cournoyer?

Wow, Scotsy is on a rampage. :eek:

[Scottsy_5]

Sorry guys your right. i just need to develop more patience.

[JaysFan99]

Over the next few years, you will probably get everyone you need. All the old leafs and Habs, usually come by every so often. Signingshotline.com if you click past events, you can find who has been around recenty.

[Scottsy_5]

thanks alot jaysfan99! Its hard when your really into the hobby however your right when it comes to supply and demand!

[Scottsy_5]

Ajs do you think you can maybe snag keon for a signing before the channel sports thingy?

[JaysFan99]

Outside of the older players in their 70's80's,. you should probably get everyone you need in the next two - three years, through all the big promotions, and the odd free event.

Look out for the old timers challenge, they sometimes have a team signing after those events.

[JaysFan99]

Ajs do you think you can maybe snag keon for a signing before the channel sports thingy?

I am sure AJ's is already trying their best, they were working with Channel , but it has been taken off the website. I heard he turned down over $50,000 for the 67 leafs show 2 years ago.

[Scottsy_5]

ok awesome. im working on a 1972 summit series photo of team canada and i already have dryden, orr, perrault, and dionne. Im looking to get more people and ajs is doing a really good job bringing in dale tallon for me.

[Scottsy_5]

yep i bet they are! if they could get him there that would be amazing! Definately good for my 1967 leaf photo!

[JaysFan99]

Got one too, same with a few friends of mine. Been working on mine for about 4 years. It will take a few years to get yours close to complete. Some guy at the Expo was selling them with two of the deceased on it for $40, i think it had Ferguson and Dionne on it, as well as Bergman and one or two more sigs.

[Scottsy_5]

surprised when i heard larry robinson said no to ajs?

[JaysFan99]

Probably since he is doing something with Channell.

[Scottsy_5]

does anyone know if brian glennie has done any signings recently?

[JaysFan99]

No, Brian Glennie has not been around in at least 5 years or more. Go to signings hotline.com, and click past events, this will answer all your questions. I heard Brian Glennie is hard to get a hold of and has lost interest in doing signigs. Some places are working on it, I woulnd;t be surprised if he came around in the next year.

[Scottsy_5]

thanks alot. It would be good to get another 72 team canada auto.

[corona88]

Is anyone planning to attend the signing @ Channel Sports on Nov8 with the group of HOF'ers?

http://channelsports.ca/Upcoming%20Events/UpcomingEvents.htm

Looks like you have to pre-purchase tickets via their website to get access to this event, even though they claim it's a public signing. Could they make it any more difficult? I'll stick with AJ's and Frozen Fond. If anyone does go, can you let us know who it turns out. I'd like to get a Kessel & Lucic auto later on.

[Hockeyfan33]

NOPE

[Scottsy_5]

Channel Sports is REALLY making it difficult. There is something fishy going on though considering each pair of players is only signing for half an hour and the only way to get tickets is on their website. Please correct me if im wrong but isn't the point of having an autograph signing to make money? How can you make money if you are completely limiting the number of people and tickets sold and the amount of time each player is signing?

[Scottsy_5]

After reading their website policys on buying, they charge you three dollars and seventy cents monthly for being a member and a 7% item charge for them handling it. Its all just a scam!

[Hockeyfan33]

They don't have a very good reputation.

[toronto-boy]

i have FIRST hand knowledge that it is Channel who gave away almost 100 free Getzlaf autographs to AJ's for the cancelled signing to be given away to the customers who showed up.

funny, everyone slams them, but they sure stepped up there yet I have seen AJ's get the credit,lol

[JaysFan99]

The monthly charge seems a bit fishy. The signings are legit, I have been to a few. I wonder if this monthly charge can easily be cancelled?

Lets Invite Channel to answer some questions on this thread, they are loosing out on hundreds of sales from the Spawn community, by all the bad information being passed on about them on this website.

[toronto-boy]

thats because ajs has OPEN SIGNINGS and they dont pull this kind of horse ****! Ajs is by far the best in the autograph business because they advertise early put up the price in advance and allow people to be able to buy tickets there on site. I have nothing but respect for ajs becuase every time i have gone there i have bought my ticket gotten in line and recieved my auto! Seriously, selling tickets exclusively off their auction site is just stupid in less they're trying to cheat people.

as a MEMBER of the CSI site, I appreciate the opportunity to meet some of my hockey heros, and at reduced rate no less compared to the prices of the other places who do signings.I have been to AJ's too, and they are great to work with. Just cause you clearly have your favorites, doesnt give you the right to speak the way you are. You dont like CSI, or their website,rules etc, then simply dont use them. but your attack and choice of language borders on slander.

In fact, your suggestion that its a scam because the guests are only signing for 30 mins is laughable, your heros at AJ's have promoted short signings as well, in fact I missed out on one of their signings, cus I showed up 5 mins late for a signing that was only 30 mins long.

sorry for the long rant boardies, but this guy and his daily posts in multiple categories and now attacks on one of my favorite sellers,if not the favorite seller of mine just made me have to speak up.

One final note Scottsy, I read that you called CSI stupid for doing this dinner "thingy".

R U 4 REAL?

To get Mr.Keon to take part in ANY type event is impressive, but I guess in your world it's just a "stupid thingy"


I think I got it, you are either very bored, under 16 yrs of age, or both.

[toronto-boy]

The monthly charge seems a bit fishy. The signings are legit, I have been to a few. I wonder if this monthly charge can easily be cancelled?

Lets Invite Channel to answer some questions on this thread, they are loosing out on hundreds of sales from the Spawn community, by all the bad information being passed on about them on this website.

GREAT idea.

I think if a few of us forward some of these messages to them we are sure to get some kind reaction/statement

[Scottsy_5]

sorry if i deeply offended you torontoboy, that wasn't my intentions. I am just fustrated at how difficult they are making this signing be. I just wish they could somehow explain why they are not selling at their location and why is has to be exclusively by their website.
again sorry if i rubbed you the wrong way!

[JaysFan99]

We should give them the opportunity to defend themselves. I am sure they will appreciate the feedback. Their reputation cannot get any worse on this board,LOL so they would only help their cause.

[JaysFan99]

Their location is a small offiice at Canlan Sports, I think its off Carlingview or something. The signing can possibly be their.

[Scottsy_5]

also, know that im thinking clearly your right about the keon dinner. It is truely remarkable that he has agreed to do something like this after turning down something around 50000 for the 67 show. I commend channel sports on getting him there, a feat very few if any have been able to do. However, why just a dinner and not a signing thats my only fustration.

[toronto-boy]

sorry if i deeply offended you torontoboy, that wasn't my intentions. I am just fustrated at how difficult they are making this signing be. I just wish they could somehow explain why they are not selling at their location and why is has to be exclusively by their website.
again sorry if i rubbed you the wrong way!

i appreciate your appology, but I am not owed one, maybe csi is? lol

I just find some of your comments to be inaccurate and unfair.


After recent comments I know I am gonna send an invitation to both oweners of csi to join the fun here in spawn,lol


I guess for me being a member, I dont care about how they are marketing these signings.In fact, as a member, I am saving $$$.

Robinson and Shutt for $39! I dont care who is selling that, its a steal.

I just hope loose numbers dont get blocked!!!


THAT would be a pisser.

[JaysFan99]

Probably made things easier for Keon. I am sure they would have preffered a regular signing, but Keon doesnt seem to go for that kind of thing any longer.

[toronto-boy]

also, know that im thinking clearly your right about the keon dinner. It is truely remarkable that he has agreed to do something like this after turning down something around 50000 for the 67 show. I commend channel sports on getting him there, a feat very few if any have been able to do. However, why just a dinner and not a signing thats my only fustration.

I have been told directly by wes at csi that bthere IS a signing.

Its not public, but they are doing some sort of signing with him for an exlusive product line.

Sucks that its not public, but if I can get my hands on a signed keon leafs puck, whether its private or public i'm in.

I already have my armstrong puck, an addition of Keon will make my Leafs puck collection just about complete.

[Scottsy_5]

yep your right. Bummer though.......

[Scottsy_5]

well i don't know if loose numbers are.... i hope for your sake their not

[JaysFan99]

Would be nice to get a Keon puck with the HOF inscription from a legitimate source other then EBAY.

It looks like they are getting all their pucks signed by fat silver sharpies, which is a No No! Hopefully they do them right for Keon.

[toronto-boy]

well i don't know if loose numbers are.... i hope for your sake their not

I have seen signings where companies actually state no loose numbers, csi didnt state this, so they better not block them.

I got 2 numbers for robinson 1 home and 1 away.

:o)

[toronto-boy]

Would be nice to get a Keon puck with the HOF inscription from a legitimate source other then EBAY.

It looks like they are getting all their pucks signed by fat silver sharpies, which is a No No! Hopefully they do them right for Keon.

i dont think they are fat ones, but they are def. not the nice thin silvers. maybe a silver sharpie?

my price puck from them is nice and clean. got it for $16 including shipping :0)


i think I scammed them! lol

[Scottsy_5]

yep. seriously you should consider sending keon a puck through the mail. here is a link to the site and keon is by far the best signer through the mail and will sign anything you send him and return it within 15 days. http://www.hockeydb.com/vb/showthread.php?t=18252

[Scottsy_5]

that is also a plus for channel sports is that they do have GREAT deals on their auction site. carry price 8x10 autoed for just 10.00. Holy smokes!

[toronto-boy]

yep. seriously you should consider sending keon a puck through the mail. here is a link to the site and keon is by far the best signer through the mail and will sign anything you send him and return it within 15 days. http://www.hockeydb.com/vb/showthread.php?t=18252

i have never done a mail in.

that list is massive, great post scottsy!

much appreciated

[Scottsy_5]

I can seriously vouch for every adress on that list. the guy who posted it is a friend of mine and i have gotten responces from over 20 hockey hall of famers including KEN DRYDEN!

[JaysFan99]

Thanks Scotty! Do you guys usually put a puck in a small card box? Or an evelope when mailing it? Or a little box within a big box?

[Scottsy_5]

that list also includes steve shutt and larry robinson and theyre really good ttm.

[Scottsy_5]

personally ive never sent pucks as i am a collector of 8x10's. i think i would do what you said. If you want bert olmstead on a puck try the adress on the site. He's great ttm and even sent me a message back with my signed 8x10.

[Scottsy_5]

always send a sase (self addressed stamped envelope) so put a smaller box inside of a bigger one. The only person who absolutely refuses to sign and keeps your stuff is george armstrong (surprise surprise)

[JaysFan99]

Does Bert personalize?

[Scottsy_5]

only if you ask him!

[raptorfan2006]

toronto-boy IS Channel Sports. look at all the posts he made and more than half are about channel sports. look how many times he said "the owner of channel sports said..." because he IS the owner of channel sports.
anyone who has ever dealt with channel sports knows it's a scam and wouldn't say a good thing about them. carey price 10 bucks for a photo? look at the fineprint. you pay another 5 per cent to convert to u.s., you pay about 25 bucks for shipping, you pay 5 bucks for the monthly fee, you pay another 7% or something for no reason. ends up being a ton. rip off.

[Scottsy_5]

hmmmmmm...... raptorsfan2006 good point or could you maybe be wrong? I seriously doubt it but who knows?

[Scottsy_5]

guys if any of you are doing ttm please do not send them and put them up in stores to sell them! It turns off alot of signers and thats the reason jean ratelle stopped doing it 4-5 years ago.

[Nascarfan12]

When i send in pucks TTM i put the pucks in them square puck holders and put that in a bubble wrap envelope with postage then i put that in a 9"x12" yellow envelope and send it off ive only sent 4 so far and got all 4 back Eric Lindros, John Tavares, Steven Stamkos and Henrik Zetterberg They sign the pucks and put them in the bubblewrap envelope and send them back to me send the sharpie too you want them to sign it in altho they usually keep the sharpie

[cactuscraig]

Are the Leafs still doing Alumni signings before home games this season? I'm going to the game on Sat November 1st vs the Rangers.. Didn't know if it is worth it going early or not.

[Nascarfan12]

i wouldnt know ive never been to a leafs game i got alot of leaf autos tho by going to the Lakeshore arena when they practice at and sitting in my car in the parking lot and waiting for them to come to there vehicles

[Hockeyfan33]

Robinson and Shutt for $39! I dont care who is selling that, its a steal.

WHAT? Robinson was $25 at the Pond and Shutt used to sign for free. He was $20 at The Sport Card Expo just last year!

[Hockeyfan33]

toronto-boy IS Channel Sports. look at all the posts he made and more than half are about channel sports. look how many times he said "the owner of channel sports said..." because he IS the owner of channel sports.
anyone who has ever dealt with channel sports knows it's a scam and wouldn't say a good thing about them. carey price 10 bucks for a photo? look at the fineprint. you pay another 5 per cent to convert to u.s., you pay about 25 bucks for shipping, you pay 5 bucks for the monthly fee, you pay another 7% or something for no reason. ends up being a ton. rip off.

I've noticed the same thing.
I used to buy pucks from the auction site all the time....then I realized 2 things. You have no idea of knowing who the other bidders are, could easily be shill bidding. Second, if a deal is too good to be true, IT IS. If you want to know about the rep of a company on this board, run a Ref Check thread. There are a few boardies that have been rubbed the wrong way by them in the past.

[Hockeyfan33]

http://board.spawn.com/forums/showthread.php?t=421537

There was another thread but I guess it got deleted during the last maintenance clean up.

[toronto-boy]

toronto-boy IS Channel Sports. look at all the posts he made and more than half are about channel sports. look how many times he said "the owner of channel sports said..." because he IS the owner of channel sports.
anyone who has ever dealt with channel sports knows it's a scam and wouldn't say a good thing about them. carey price 10 bucks for a photo? look at the fineprint. you pay another 5 per cent to convert to u.s., you pay about 25 bucks for shipping, you pay 5 bucks for the monthly fee, you pay another 7% or something for no reason. ends up being a ton. rip off.

hey sherlock, whats in that pipe?

i purchase from csi on a monthly basis, and at times on a weekly basis and have spoken to both owners of csi on many occasions.

I see you post alot about frozen pond and AJ's,,,wait a minute,,, raptorsfan IS frozenpond and AJ's! lol


some of u guys r incredible.

[JaysFan99]

Toronto Boy, if you purchase from Channel Sports on a weekly basis, maybe you can provide some insight.

Has Channel Sports become more organized? As some of us have experienced delays with shipping?

Why do their pucks all look so horrible on the website?

Why is there this hidden monthly fee?

What's the deal wiht the handling charge?

How come they are no longer on Ebay?

Will they have someone sitting with the autographs guests to change sharpies, when they are flat and bleeding? More then a few of us had bad graphs because of this?

What is Channel Sports doing lately to provide more of a postive memorable customer experience?

Is Bobby Hull exclusive from Channel now?

How exactly does their operation work?

Thanks

Jaysfan99

[toronto-boy]

Toronto Boy, if you purchase from Channel Sports on a weekly basis, maybe you can provide some insight.

Has Channel Sports become more organized? As some of us have experienced delays with shipping?

Why do their pucks all look so horrible on the website?

Why is there this hidden monthly fee?

What's the deal wiht the handling charge?

How come they are no longer on Ebay?

Will they have someone sitting with the autographs guests to change sharpies, when they are flat and bleeding? More then a few of us had bad graphs because of this?

What is Channel Sports doing lately to provide more of a postive memorable customer experience?

Is Bobby Hull exclusive from Channel now?

How exactly does their operation work?

Thanks

Jaysfan99

whoa!

the spotlight is on me now! BUT I do my best to answer what I can.

"Organization" NOT really, they seem a little disorganized to me, but I am a patient man, as long as I get what I paid for , I am happy for the most part.

"horrible" looking pucks.Most of their stuff looks good to me

"hidden fee" - not so hidden, its right in their policy page

"handling charge" that does suck, but classic auctions and others charge far more, in fact classic is now up to 17.5%, thats a lot worse then 7.5%


"ebay" no idea, never dealt with them on ebay.didnt know they were on ebay



"bad sharpies" no idea, you would think they would know better


"customer service" again, I have not had any horror stories to speak of, when I have had an issue ie. damaged item, the refunded me in full, I have been to signings at almost every local spot FP, AJ's FW and no one has really provided me with "memorable customer service" in fact if anyone has it would be FW, and not for a good reason.

"bobby hull" their website says he is.


"operation" ???? i buy-they ship...dont have much more insight then that.



I will simply say that Channel has always treated me fairly and honestly. Does that mean when others say negative stuff they are wrong, abo****ely not. I am just sharing MY experiences and insight. Perhaps they do suck and I am just lucky? perhaps...until I have proven wrong I will keep working with them.

Rest assure IF I am proven wrong,, I will be the first to share on this board.

[MakaveIi]

What looks good about any of these?

http://auction.channelsports.ca/294/Prucha_NYR_Puck.jpg

http://auction.channelsports.ca/294/Phaneuf_Cal_Puck.jpg

http://auction.channelsports.ca/294/Markov_Mon_Puck.jpg

I also feel the 'street signed' items speak to how serious they take putting a 'foil' on something to authenticate it.

Whats with the 'player proof' stuff as well... you write player proof on it, write 1/X and that becomes a limited edition? lol .. riiight, the player will never sign that same picture again.. sureee

[MakaveIi]

Just admit you are associated with CSI ..

[bigcheez99]

CSI is very shady. I am surprised AJ would associate themselves with them.

[JaysFan99]

Horrible looking pucks. Channel Sports needs to go to Sharpie 101.

[toronto-boy]

What looks good about any of these?

http://auction.channelsports.ca/294/Prucha_NYR_Puck.jpg

http://auction.channelsports.ca/294/Phaneuf_Cal_Puck.jpg

http://auction.channelsports.ca/294/Markov_Mon_Puck.jpg

I also feel the 'street signed' items speak to how serious they take putting a 'foil' on something to authenticate it.

Whats with the 'player proof' stuff as well... you write player proof on it, write 1/X and that becomes a limited edition? lol .. riiight, the player will never sign that same picture again.. sureee

OK, this is pretty wild.

What have I started?

In response to your post below I am not associated or affiliated with CSI other then the purchases I have made with them or signings I have attended.

I have attended nearly 10 signings at AJ's and even more at FP, does that make me associated with them anymore then that of a consumer level?

The reason I speak up is some of the points made are simply inaccurate in MY opinion.

Take yours right here, your comment regarding street signatures, PSA authenticates STREET SIGNATURES! are they crooked?

Your comment regarding player proof editions, I have purchased a WGA (WAYNE GRETZKY's company) canvas piece, ltd to 99, to then see the EXACT same piece in a PLAYERS PROOF LTD to 15. No different from the 99 edition, yet it is a "player proof"? is WGA crooked?

It seems to me like some of their practices are one in the same as others, yet when channel does its a scam or crooked.

Its just funny to me.


If you hate channel,or they did something wrong, by all means speak up, tell your story, but some of these points being made are just comical.

OR...maybe I'm wrong.

[raptorfan2006]

absolutely you're wrong. you are Channel. as i said, nobody who has ever dealt with CSI would say anything good about them.

I dare anyone to win an item in their auction for 10.00 and see how much you end up paying and how long you end up waiting. go ahead and come back and tell your story.

[MakaveIi]

An 'authentication service' is much different than a company (whether it be AJs/FP/etc) stamping their foil on it and attaching it to a coa that says the item is guaranteed to be authentic .. the authentication service, whether it be PSA or not, makes an educated guess after comparing it, researching, etc..

When did I say anyone was crooked for 'player proofing' something .. I think its ridiculous as a practice in its entirety, especially if they are then re-selling that same piece at another time with another ltd edition. Was the WGA piece you purchased the same as the one issued later? or was yours canvas and that one was not, etc etc..

[toronto-boy]

An 'authentication service' is much different than a company (whether it be AJs/FP/etc) stamping their foil on it and attaching it to a coa that says the item is guaranteed to be authentic .. the authentication service, whether it be PSA or not, makes an educated guess after comparing it, researching, etc..

When did I say anyone was crooked for 'player proofing' something .. I think its ridiculous as a practice in its entirety, especially if they are then re-selling that same piece at another time with another ltd edition. Was the WGA piece you purchased the same as the one issued later? or was yours canvas and that one was not, etc etc..

the wga piece I bought was a cup canvas ltd to 99.

then I see the EXACT same piece now numbered a player proof out of 15 on NHL.com


EXACT same piece.

[toronto-boy]

absolutely you're wrong. you are Channel. as i said, nobody who has ever dealt with CSI would say anything good about them.

I dare anyone to win an item in their auction for 10.00 and see how much you end up paying and how long you end up waiting. go ahead and come back and tell your story.

lol, your awesome.

I guess my collection just got ALOT bigger!

[Yzerman19c]

Toronto-boy

Since you know the owners of CSI can you post the owners names . I know one is Wes P who is the other owner

[toronto-boy]

Toronto-boy

Since you know the owners of CSI can you post the owners names . I know one is Wes P who is the other owner

Wes P is the guy I deal with most, but have also dealt with Dave B.

Am I allowed to post full names?

[Yzerman19c]

Wes P is the guy I deal with most, but have also dealt with Dave B.

Am I allowed to post full names?

no need thanks for info

[Scottsy_5]

Everything people are saying about channel sounds right to my ears. I have heard at autograph signings at various places all the horror stories about channel. I predict 4 people at their nov 8th, super signing? Anyone else wanna guess?

[bigcheez99]

Anyone ever hound at Marlies games? Do they practice at Ricoh?

[JaysFan99]

how easily can this monthly fee be charged? Will Channel be scamming this until i get a stop payment?

[Scottsy_5]

every month channel sports charges the monthly fee directly to your credit card even if you haven't bought anything.

[Canadiens-Fan]

November 11th @ Dave & Buster's

Andy Bathgate has postponed his appearance. Marcel Pronovost is still on however, and a replacement for Bathgate is trying to be arranged. Keep posted for further details.

[keontostajan]

In a word about Bathgate: crap!
Have you seen the new Bobby Orr commercial, pulling out a sharpie to sign???????

[Nascarfan12]

yeah they dont want his autograph they want the other guy in the passenger seats auto

[Hockeyfan33]

OK, this is pretty wild.

What have I started?

In response to your post below I am not associated or affiliated with CSI other then the purchases I have made with them or signings I have attended.

I have attended nearly 10 signings at AJ's and even more at FP, does that make me associated with them anymore then that of a consumer level?

The reason I speak up is some of the points made are simply inaccurate in MY opinion.

Take yours right here, your comment regarding street signatures, PSA authenticates STREET SIGNATURES! are they crooked?

Your comment regarding player proof editions, I have purchased a WGA (WAYNE GRETZKY's company) canvas piece, ltd to 99, to then see the EXACT same piece in a PLAYERS PROOF LTD to 15. No different from the 99 edition, yet it is a "player proof"? is WGA crooked?

It seems to me like some of their practices are one in the same as others, yet when channel does its a scam or crooked.

Its just funny to me.


If you hate channel,or they did something wrong, by all means speak up, tell your story, but some of these points being made are just comical.

OR...maybe I'm wrong.

If you are not associated with CSI, tell me why do you stick up for them so much when nearly EVERYONE else on the board doesn't? You claim that they have treated you better and you have had better experiences with CSI then at Frozen Pond and AJ's (two of the industries leading autograph providers). EVERYONE else on his board has had the opposite. You claim their prices are good. EVERYONE else claims the opposite and that point has even been proved (see post about Robinson and Shutt and the addedd charges CSI dings people with). EVERYONE has complained about the monthly charge to be a member but yet, you are willing to pay it even though you yourself don't agree with it. I would guess that about 95% of your posts have been about CSI.

DO YOU SEE WHY WE ALL THINK YOU ARE ASSOCIATED WITH THEM, IF NOT ONE OF THE OWNER'S.

[Hockeyfan33]

i have FIRST hand knowledge that it is Channel who gave away almost 100 free Getzlaf autographs to AJ's for the cancelled signing to be given away to the customers who showed up.

funny, everyone slams them, but they sure stepped up there yet I have seen AJ's get the credit,lol

AJ's has given away free autographs in the past when Roberto Luongo was a no show.

[Hockeyfan33]

November 11th @ Dave & Buster's

Andy Bathgate has postponed his appearance. Marcel Pronovost is still on however, and a replacement for Bathgate is trying to be arranged. Keep posted for further details.

That sucks. Ask Glen to bring back Henri Richard

[JaysFan99]

That does suck about Bathgate, he always cancels. For local Maple leaf, he seems to not be around alot. 1 signing in the last 3 years or so? Geez.

I need some old rangers, Vic Hadfield, Harry Howell ( missed him 2 years ago). Both live in the area, but are not around as often as I would hope.

[JaysFan99]

Did Toronto Boy invite Channel sports to the board yet? Channel needs to step up and clarify things for the Spawn community. Word of mouth is key in this business, that or channel is fine doing bulk orders for other stores, and they do not care about the general public with bad service, hidden fees, horrible pucks, and zero sharpie knowledge?

[Hockeyfan33]

Did Toronto Boy invite Channel sports to the board yet? Channel needs to step up and clarify things for the Spawn community. Word of mouth is key in this business, that or channel is fine doing bulk orders for other stores, and they do not care about the general public with bad service, hidden fees, horrible pucks, and zero sharpie knowledge?

Channel has been a board member since 09-20-2006 http://board.spawn.com/forums/member.php?u=44953
and has been seen viewing this thread. He knows all about it already.

[wfrazerjr]

Howdy, fellas -- haven't been around in a while. Busy with the big autograph collection and 200+ Barrie Colts gameworn jerseys.

We're uncovering more and more stuff as we go through this -- tons of team-issue Canadiens and Leafs stuff, HHOF signed and unsigned cards, magazine photos, etc. Watch our eBay store (ID hit_the_icebox) for more of this stuff going up, and PM or email me directly for board member pricing.

Also, if I'm not mistaken in reference to the Robinson and Shutt signing with Channel, the $39 fee covered two signatures. Doesn't cover the other monthly fees, etc., but I believe that's accurate.

Oh, and happy belated birthday to our buddy Hersh, who's still just as pretty as he was at 19.

[Hockeyfan33]

Cool. I'll check it out Wayne.
I'll be buy today or tomorrow with some stuff for you.

[keontostajan]

"Have you seen the new Bobby Orr commercial, pulling out a sharpie to sign??????? "

my point was he wouldn't have a sharpie to begin with

[keontostajan]

or be willing to sign