2019 Topps Update Series

A couple of days ago, I went to a sports card shop. The shop owner is a great guy and I always enjoy chatting with him. In the meantime, there were several people in the store. Well, I never saw them before.

Good against the Dodgers?

It was a few weeks ago, I listened to a podcast show. In the show, an analyst indicated a player’s good performance against the Dodgers. That player collected several extra-base hits against the Dodgers in a series.

They are good in the playoffs?

A couple of days ago, I watched a baseball game on TV. Well, the Dodgers were playing. Without doubt, they are postseason contenders. While watching the game, a play-by-play guy indicated a player’s performance in the postseason.

Will Smith vs. Jorge Posada

A few weeks ago, I watched a video on X. It was about the comparison between the 1998 Yankees and the 2025 Dodgers. It was quite interesting to see the comparison of each position.

Great trade partners?

Just a couple of days before opening day, the Braves and the Angels agreed to a deal. In the trade, the Braves sent Ian Anderson to the Angels and acquired Jose Suarez. Anderson tossed 9.1 innings for the Angels and owned an ERA over 11. The Angels designated him for assignment in April. And the Braves claimed him off waivers. However, he was DFAed by the Braves and is now in the minors. Meanwhile, Jose Suarez tossed 7.1 innings for the Braves. He was DFAed by the Braves in April and is now in the minors.

Love No.5?

A couple of days ago, I watched a baseball game on TV. Freddie Freeman was hitting. Freeman has been one of the most consistent hitters in the majors. Back in 2022, he and the Dodgers agreed to a 6-year deal.

The best reliever is?

Bullpen usage has been quite important in today’s baseball games. At the beginning of the 2025 season, several relief pitchers have played an important role to help their teams secure a win many times.

Good April?

The first month of the 2025 season just came to an end. In April, several hitters were off to a great start and had played very well. And now, let’s see if there are some names that actually surprised many baseball fans.