The Golden Sombrero presents Rookie Card Corner: Jeff Bagwell 1991 Topps Stadium Club

Fun Fact: In his time at Xavier High School in Connecticut, Bagwell set the all-time goals mark as a member of the soccer team.

The Golden Sombrero presents Rookie Card Corner: Dante Bichette 1989 Topps

Fun Fact: In 1992, the Colorado Rockies outfielder admitted to striking his 19-year-old girlfriend, Marianna, who was pregnant.

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The Golden Sombrero presents Rookie Card Corner: Sandy Koufax 1955 Topps

Fun Fact: In 1965, Sandy Koufax pitched 323 innings and did not hit a single batter.

The Golden Sombrero presents Rookie Card Corner: Roy Halladay 1997 Bowman

Fun Fact: As a boy, Roy was an avid card collector.  His most treasured cards were Roger Clemens, Nolan Ryan, and Dale Murphy.

The Golden Sombrero presents Rookie Card Corner: Moises Alou 1991 Donruss Rated Rookie

Fun Fact: Rather than wearing batting gloves, Alou admitted that he used to piss on his hands to make them tougher.