Buy the Nolan Ryan Robin Ventura Autographed Photo Here!

The Nolan Ryan vs Robin Ventura fight was one of the more bizarre incidents of the 1990s.  A 46-year-old Ryan, still tossing fastballs facing a then-youthful White Sox hitter who didn’t quite hold Ryan with the same awe as most fans did.  It’s a moment that lives on for baseball fans with the Nolan Ryan – Robin Ventura autographed photo.

When the Express nailed him with a pitch that night in Texas, Ventura took on the man who could have been his father.  Ryan may have been 46 but he was still feisty, prone to grunting and swearing after each heave that missed the strike zone.  He delivered three serious noogies to Ventura’s noggin and then landed a decent punch as Ventura tried to wrestle him to the ground.  After that, it was a sea of players from both benches on the field and into the fray.

The photos from the Ryan-Ventura throwdown have become immensely popular.   Bill Simmons, “The Sports Guy” wrote about it in his ESPN.com blog.

Truth is, it’s a great photo.  And Ryan, despite his somewhat mythic stature, has signed enough to make them readily available through some of the major online outlets.   Here’s a link to several that are on eBay now.  Just buy one with a good letter of authenticity from JSA, Steiner or PSA/DNA.

Kevin Durant Autographs: Get ‘em Fast

Kevin Durant is one of the hottest players in the NBA today. You can find all kinds of autographed collectibles, from balls to jerseys, as well as coins. There are trading cards available with Kevin Durant autographs, as well.

Some of the licensed autograph dealers also sell replica banners, photos, licensed apparel and ball caps autographed by Durant. Be sure, if you don’t have an item signed by Durant in person, that you have it authenticated by a reputable dealer, so you know the autograph is genuine.

Kevin Durant was a standout at the University of Texas, before he went pro, so you may find NCAA merchandise with his autograph, as well. He won numerous Player of the Year awards when he was only a freshman.

You’ll be doing well if you purchase Kevin Durant autographs for their investment value, even if he’s not a personal favorite of yours, yet. He is the up and coming NBA elite player, and his stock is bound to go higher.

Kevin Durant is a sharp-shooter but also a great all-around player with an incredible work ethic. You will probably want to see him in action, if you get a chance, and you may be able to get an autograph from him after the game if you’re extremely lucky. Your best bet, though is to buy one online that’s authenticated.

Many NBA fans were skeptical when Durant came into the league, since they still had images of LeBron James and Kobe Bryant in their minds, and they weren’t sure that Durant could stand up to them. But Durant has shown enormous potential, and thus, so will his autographed collectibles.

Durant already has excellent shooting skills, and he can post up from nearly anywhere, from three-point range in. He’s also great off the dribble, and frequents the free throw line. He is a fluid athlete with long strides and smooth follow-through.

You’ll enjoy collecting his memorabilia now, in his early years, and you can look forward to collecting as he continues his way into superstardom.

Whether you collect Kevin Durant autographs on jerseys, programs, photographs or balls, make sure they carry authentication that you trust, so that you know all your collectibles are the “real deal”.