Masters of the Universe (2026)

 When the trailer for Masters of the Universe came out, I was excited.  Overall a good movie.  They lean into this having an '80s feel and the humor.  I've watched more of the current Master of the Universe animated offerings in the franchise.  Wasn't a big fan when I was younger.  I go back and forth from wanting this to be a more serious adaptation in tone as opposed an action comedy or just enjoying it for what it is.  As is, it is good.  I won't say great.  I like some of the visuals and the way the characters look, especially Skeletor.  Not sure if there'll be a sequel but I'm glad I watched this one after being told by a few folks to watch it.  It's on Amazon Prime Video right now for subscribers.  It may be on other platforms but I'm not sure.

Dutton Ranch

Dutton Ranch is a good show.   Having seen and enjoyed Yellowstone, I knew what I was getting into.  No matter where Beth and Rip go, peace isn't an option.  Things start off rocky right off the bat for the two and I can't say it gets better for them.  That said, the chaos isn't of their doing.  Now how they handle the chaos is what we've grown to know and love about the pair.  Me and pop enjoyed the show.  If you liked Yellowstone, I think you'll like Dutton Ranch.

Random Wax: 1992 Triple Play (4 Packs)

1992 Triple Play:  Dwight Gooden's 1985 season was one of the best I've ever seen.  24-4, 1.53 ERA, 268 strikeouts, 16 complete games, and 276 innings pitched - all lead leading - enroute to winning the pitching triple crown.

Donny Baseball on a nice horizontal card.

Some catcher love all with good photos.

Paul Molitor running in his photo and he stole 504 stolen bases in his career.  He stole 40+ bases in a season 4 times. Fun Greg Harris photo.

Two of my Awesome Action pulls and a card back.

The first official night game at Wrigley Field was on August 9, 1988.

Three greats of the era and another fun photo.  Ripken was a 2X MVP and 8X Silver Slugger.

BREAKDOWN:
60 – Total Cards
3 – Awesome Action
2 – Stadiums

1992 Lime Rock Pro Cheerleaders

1992 Cheerleaders:  The Raiderettes have been around for a long time, starting out in the 60s while becoming more popular in the 70s.  The logos are the actual squad logos.

This set highlighted 4 teams - Cowboys, Dolphins, Raiders, Saints.  These are niche NFL cards but I like them as an interesting aside to the sport.  The Cowboys Cheerleaders are probably the most famous of all the squads and I do remember them well from when I was a kid.

The design is simple.  The squad's logo, photo and name.  They made sure you could see the name which meant it would move around depending on the photo.

The backs give us personal information for each of the girls and a personal photos.

Not something I collect, but I've come across these packs over the years.  They are cheap and the set is good for what it is.

BREAKDOWN:
11 - Total Cards

Marshals Season 1

Marshals:  Pop and I finished season 1 and enjoyed it. It's a Yellowstone spinoff but it's not like it in many ways.  Not near as much violence, cursing and romantic moments.  It feels more like a classic television show, and it was aired on CBS.  The show follows Kayce Dutton as he becomes a US Marshall in Montana.  Since he can stay at home while working with the team, there's plenty of same issues seen in Yellowstone.  But being a US Marshal, it takes on a new look with new team members while bringing back some Yellowstone veterans.  The series really develops the different characters while working cases that fall their way.  It's a good watch.  I liked it.  

Random Wax: 1991 Fleer Baseball (4 Packs)

1991 Fleer:  The All-Star game is tonight and Dave Winfield knows a thing or two about the All-Star game being named to 12 Midsummer Classics in a row (77-88).  Drafted by the NBA/ABA, MLB and NFL he batted .283, with 3,110 hits and 465 home runs over 22 seasons.  He won a championship with the 1992 Blue Jays and was also a 7X Gold Glover and 6X Silver Slugger while also winning the Clemente award once.  

Greg Maddux threw 13 complete game shutouts while pitching less than 100 pitches.  He as an 8X All-Star.

Some A's love including Hall of Famers Harold Baines and Dennis Eckersley who were both 6X All-Stars. Willie was pretty good himself with 4X All-Star games.

We love the stickers and the stats on the back.  Great job Fleer.  I like how MLB does Legend picks for the All-Star game now.  This year it is Justin Verlander.

Kirk Gibson was never an All-Star but had plenty of highlight moments in his career, including helping the Dodgers beat the A's in the World Series with a home run off Eck that is one of the best World Series moments ever.

The backs have that muted look to them, but we forgive them because of the great stats we get.  Wade Boggs was a 12X All-Star.

Dwight Gooden made 4 All-Star teams.  Always fun cards.  

BREAKDOWN: 
60 – Total Cards
4 – Stickers

2021 Rittenhouse Game of Thrones Iron Anniversary Series 2 Arya Stark Subset

 Yesterday, I posted my Game of Thrones thoughts and Arya Stark was my favorite character from the show.  I really like how Maisie Williams played the character while she grew up on the show.

From the 2021 Rittenhouse Game of Thrones Iron Anniversary Series 2 set, each character had 9 cards.  The backs were puzzle pieces. 

Arya was fiercely loyal to her family and isn't the typical lady of the age.  She found herself enjoying a sword in her hand as opposed to wearing a dress.  She's a very strong character played very well.  The design of this set is simple, but good, and the photos let us see the character's changes throughout the show's 8 seasons.

This was an eBay purchase and I'm glad I picked these cards up.  Would really enjoy getting an autograph of hers from one of the sets but they are pricey.  Below is the back of all 9 cards put together which gives us an additional picture of Arya.