CGC – GRADED 6.5 FINE+

UNIVERSAL GRADE – BLUE

CERTIFICATE NUMBER – 3854844025

JUNE 1993

1^ST APPEARANCES – CYBORG SUPERMAN (HANK HENSHAW) ERADICATOR, SUPERBOY (CONNER KENT), ANGORA LAPIN, JOHN HENRY, WHITE RABBIT

CHARACTERS – BIBBO, BIG WORDS, BILL HENDERSON, CARL PACKARD, CAT GRANT, CLERIC, CYBORG SUPERMAN, ERADICATOR, FLIP, GABBY, GANGBUSTER, GUARDIAN, JIMMY OLSEN, JONATHAN KENT, JOR-EL, KISMET, KON-EL, LADY BLAZE, LARA LOR-VAN, LOIS LANE, MARTHA KENT, PAUL WESTFIELD, PRANKSTER, RON TROUPE, SCRAPPER, STEEL, SUPERMAN, THE RAY, TOMMY, VINCENT EDGE, WHITE RABBIT, SUPERBOY, ANGORA LAPIN, JOHN HENRY

STORYLINE – LIFE AFTER DEATH! FIRST SIGHTING

“Life After Death!” (Superman) written by Jerry Ordway, penciled by Tom Grummett, inked by Doug Hazlewood, colored by Glenn Whitmore and lettered by Albert De Guzman. Clark Kent and his father meet up in the afterlife. Both are in more trouble then they understand.

“First Sighting…” (Steel) written by Louise Simonson, penciled by Jon Bogdanove and inked by Dennis Janke. First appearance of John Henry Irons aka Steel. Continues in Superman: The Man of Steel #22.

“First Sighting…” (Eradicator) written by Roger Stern, penciled by Jackson Guice and inked by Denis Rodier. Continues in Action Comics #687.

“First Sighting…” (Superboy) written by Karl Kesel, penciled by Tom Grummett and inked by Doug Hazlewood. First appearance of the post-Crisis Superboy (Kon-El/Conner Kent), clone of Superman. Continues in Adventures of Superman #501.

“First Sighting…” (Cyborg Superman) written and penciled by Dan Jurgens and inked by Brett Breeding. Continues in Superman #78.

PUBLISHER – DC COMICS

WRITER – JERRY ORDWAY

INTERIOR ART – TOM GRUMMETT

COVER ART – JERRY ORDWAY

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CGC – GRADED 6.5 FINE

UNIVERSAL GRADE – BLUE+

CERTIFICATION NUMBER – 4414097007

JANUARY 14, 1985 – SUBSCRIPTION EDITION

COVER – DAN MARINO AND THE NFL PLAYOFFS

The January 14, 1985, issue of Sports Illustrated (Volume 62, Issue 2) features Dan Marino on the cover and focuses heavily on the NFL playoffs.

Sunday In the Park with Dan – by Ralph Wiley Dan Marino was unstoppable as the Miami Dolphins defeated the Pittsburgh Steelers 45–28 in the AFC Championship game.

A New Plot, But The Usual Ending – by Paul Zimmerman Bill Walsh’s 49ers used a tough defense to overpower the Chicago Bears in the NFC Championship.

College Basketball – A Double Helping Of Very Special K by Jack McCallum Centers Jon Koncak (SMU) and Joe Kleine (Arkansas) are profiled as rising stars in college hoops.

Boxing – Riding A Lonely Road To The Top by Pat Putnam Donald Curry, WBA welterweight champion, is spotlighted for his journey toward fame despite missing Olympic gold.

NBA & Celtics Legacy – No. 2 In The Rafters, No. 1 In Their Hearts by Frank Deford A tribute to Red Auerbach and the Boston Celtics’ enduring legacy.

This issue blends playoff drama, rising athletic talent, and nostalgic homage to sports legends.

PUBLISHER – TIME INC

WRITER – RALPH WILEY, PAUL ZIMMERMAN, JACK MCCALLUM, PAT PUTNAM, FRANK DEFORD, JOHN UNDERWOOD

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CGC – GRADED 6.5 FINE+

UNIVERSAL GRADE – BLUE

CERTIFICATION NUMBER – 4374474002

SEPTEMBER 6, 1982 – SUBSCRIPTION EDITION

COVER – RICKY HENDERSON – MASTER THIEF

The September 6, 1982, issue of Sports Illustrated (Volume 57, Issue 1) features Rickey Henderson on the cover, celebrating his record-breaking stolen base achievement.

Rickey Henderson – He Finally Bagged It Written by Ron Fimrite, this cover story chronicles Henderson’s historic moment when he stole base No. 119 in Milwaukee, breaking Lou Brock’s single-season record. It explores his journey, athleticism, and impact on the game.

A Ram Almost Upstaged The Walrus – Dan Jenkins covers the World Series of Golf, where Craig Stadler (nicknamed “The Walrus”) clinched victory with a 65 and a playoff win, despite a dramatic ball incident that nearly stole the spotlight.

L.A. Raiders – Less Than Colossal In The L.A. Coliseum Ralph Wiley reports on the Raiders’ debut as the home team in Los Angeles. While the team performed well on the field, the fan turnout and atmosphere in the Coliseum were underwhelming.

Stolen Bases – So What’s All The Fuss? Baseball analyst Bill James offers a contrarian take, arguing that base stealing—despite Henderson’s feat—has historically had limited strategic value.

Mr. Johnson: Dr. Jekyll And Mr. Johnson – A profile of Tampa Bay linebacker Cecil Johnson, exploring his dual personality—affable off the field, fierce and lethal on it.

These articles reflect a mix of baseball history, golf drama, football transitions, and player profiles, making it a rich issue for sports fans and collectors alike.

PUBLISHER – TIME INC

WRITER – RON FIMRITE, DAN JENKINS, RALPH WILEY, BILL JAMES, FRANZ LIDZ, EM SWIFT

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CGC – GRADED 6.5 FINE+

UNIVERSAL GRADE – BLUE

CERTIFICATION NUMBER – 4594018021

AUGUST 1964 – SUBSCRIPTION EDITION

COVER – J. MCNERTNEY, BROOKS ROBINSON, EARL ROBINSON COVER

ORIOLES VS WHITE SOX

DON GARLITS, JIM BEATTIE

Cover Story – Earl Robinson – A profile of the Baltimore Orioles outfielder, focusing on his performance and potential in Major League Baseball.

Olympic Preview – Coverage leading up to the 1964 Summer Olympics in Tokyo, including athlete profiles and event expectations.

Golf Highlights – A look at the PGA Championship and other summer golf tournaments.

Baseball Midseason Report – Analysis of team standings, player stats, and predictions for the remainder of the season.

Boating and Yachting – Seasonal coverage of competitive sailing events and leisure boating trends.

Action shots from baseball games and Olympic training camps. Behind-the-scenes images of athletes preparing for Tokyo.

Scorecard – News briefs and commentary on recent sports events.

Faces in the Crowd – Short profiles of amateur athletes and rising stars.

Inside Baseball – In-depth analysis of trades, injuries, and team strategies.

PUBLISHER – TIME INC

WRITER – WILLIAM LEGGETT, MARK KRAM, BOB OTTUM, JACK NICKLAUS, ALFRED WRIGHT, JACK OLSEN

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