2009 Topps Scott Baker

Who is this? Minnesota Twins pitcher Scott Baker
 
What is this? An autographed card from the 2009 Topps set

Where'd I get it? I wrote to Baker during spring training and asked him to sign it. I got it back three months later.
 
How much did it cost? The card came out of the pack.
 
Why is this so special? Baker was Minnesota's Opening Day starter. Now in his sixth major league season, he already has 50 victories.

Baker is one of the few pitchers in major league history to strike out four batters in an inning, and the only Twin to accomplish this feat. Perhaps more remarkable, his autograph is somewhat legible. :)

2009 O-Pee-Chee Scott Baker

Who is this? Minnesota Twins pitcher Scott Baker
 
What is this? An autographed card from the 2009 O-Pee-Chee set
 
Where'd I get it? I wrote to Baker during spring training and asked him to sign it; I got it back earlier this month
 
How much did it cost? Around $1 for the card and postage
 
Why is this so special? Baker is the Minnesota Twins ace, yet even after a career-best 15-9 season he still took the time to sign autographs through the mail. Currently in his sixth season, Baker has a 47-37 career record with a 4.32 ERA.

Baker has a surprisingly nice signature for a modern player.