Discovery Plaza

November 6, 2025

Discovery Plaza is the 1000 square foot forecourt leading to the Card Cyber Museum - a daily exhibition of 60 sports cards waiting to be discovered beneath your feet! Inspired by the forecourt of the TCL Chinese Theatre in Hollywood, where celebrities leave their handprints in concrete, our Plaza features digital frames embedded in the ground - beneath bulletproof glass. Each day brings a new rotation of cards showcasing the incredible sets found within the museum. Click any colored text square to flip it and reveal the card front, or click any card image to view full details.

Originally inspired by Piet Mondrian's neoplasticism style with bold primary colors, Discovery Plaza invites you to uncover the stories behind the cards.

Chicago's second leading scorer last season and one of several players to play in all 80 games for the Hawks. Former first round amateur selection by the Boston Bruins in 1969.

John played backfield and center in the Big 9 and centinued that division of duties during his first campaign with the New York club. Starting as a blocking back, Cannady shifted to center when trouble developed at that position where the Giants' Mel Hein became football's all-time No. 1 center in an unbroken 15-year span. Rough, durable, a savage line backer, John quickly made good in the very...

A member of NFL All-Rookie Team for 1974, Lynn had superb initial campaign for Steelers. At USC he set a school record with 96 receptions and is 2nd on school list with 1562 yards. Lynn caught winning touchdown pass, in final minute of Senior Bowl.

The cards from the 1909 T206 Set were printed over a period of three years, starting in 1909 and running through 1911.

Caz was averaging more than 18 pts. when he broke his ankle last Jan. 21. Came back on sheer courage to play in 5 playoff games. Has long arms and big hands, can play forecourt or back. Cazzie is exceptionally good at guarding his opponent.

Rocked-ribbed Alex is one of the Lion's strong men. In college he won many coveted awards and led his lowa team to the Rose Bowl in his junior year. He wrestles professionally.

The 1989 season saw Chris selected as Pro Bowl starter for the 3rd consecutive season. He led NFL with 21 QB Sacks (for losses totalling 196 Yards) and tied for league's season-best with 4 in Vikings' 29-21 win vs. Bengals, December 25. Chris also had 68 Tackles and 26 Assists last year.

With an NCAA title and Big 12 Player of the Year award on her list of accomplishments, Cox wrapped up her career at Baylor and pursued her lifelong dream of playing in the WNBA. As a rookie, the fearless forward impressed, flashing the shot-making skill and rebounding that made her the third overall pick in 2020.

MY BIGGEST THRILL IN BASEBALL by Pete Runnels. It came last year against Detroit. We were trailing 1-0 in the last of the 9th. We had runners on second and third and one out. I came off the bench to pinch hit, and assumed a 3-2 count from the fellow I was pinch hitting for. I had only one swing, and I was lucky enough to get a base hit and win the game. It was the first time I ever batted with ...

The fireballing Brooklyn Dodger right-handed hurler struck out 100 opposing botters in 43 games last year.

Foreshadowing his career in the league, Mahomes showed he looked good in an NFL stadium in the 2016 season finale against Baylor. Playing in AT&T Stadium, the signal-caller threw six touchdown passes, including three on one-play drives in the first half. He eclipsed 5,000 passing yards on the season during the contest.

Emily Dickinson, considered America's best-known female poet, authored intellectual writings that addressed vital human issues. With fewer than a dozen of her poems published during her lifetime, Dickinson's prolific writing came to light only after her death when her sister discovered almost 2,000 more later to be published as The Poems of Emily Dickinson. Born: December 10, 1830 Died: May 15,...

Although small and slender, Billy has a wonderfully strong and accurate arm. Called "The Horse" by his teammates, he was the best-fielding 3rd Baseman in the National League in 1950 (.963) and ranked 2nd in 1951. A World War II Veteran, Billy led the Inter-State League in '41, his 2nd year of pro ball, hitting .363 for Harrisburg. The Pirates brought him up at the end of '41 and traded him to t...

Gary broke into pro ball in 1956 at Holdrege and led his circuit with 142 strikeouts in 128 innings. His biggest thrill of 1968 was socking a grand-slammer vs. the N.Y. Yanks. Gary pitched 3 scoreless innings in the '67 All-Star game.

This season will make Larry a 12-year man with the Packers. Regarded as pro football's top defensive end. Also played in backfield as blocking back for several campaigns. Was an end for the University of South Carolina. Also lettered for 3 years in basketball and track. Nicknamed "Iron Man" because of athletic might. Farmer, off-season.

This is the second time up for Bill Trotter, first coming up to the Browns in 1937 when he won 2 games losing 9. Last year he pitched for the San Antonio Club of the Texas League with whom he won 22 games, losing only 9. He struck out 118 batters in 249 innings allowing only 62 walks for an earned run average of 2.25. The Browns are using Bill Trotter chiefly in relief roles this year.

The 1911 Turkey Red baseball cabinet cards, also known as T3, were introduced by the American Tobacco Company. The set consists of 100 baseball designs.

Playing for a team with a sub-standard offense, Mike earned admiration in 2003 for his persistence in the face of adversity. After losing his 1st 9 games, many in heartbreaking fashion, he came back to go 9-12 the rest of the way. He had made his debut the previous season, starting 21 games for the Tigers after beginning the schedule at Toledo (AAA).

A member of the Tigers' mound corps since 1939, Dizzy's best seasons were 1943 and 1944 when he won 20 and 27 games respectively. His complete totals with the Tigers are 135 games won and 123 lost. In 1944 he led the AL in earned-run average, innings pitched, complete games and shutouts. From September 8 to 16, 1945, he pitched in six games, winning four.

The 6X52 was tilted into firing position. An X-Ray mechanism probed every inch of the rocket shell. Inside the cabin, the instrument panel received microscopic scrutiny. Magnetic detectors were used to check the motor for the tiniest fault, and a radometer to measure the fuel. All was atom-snug. Jet blisters (earth cars) whizzed up with navigation papers. Capt. Argo was the last aboard. The ret...

A consistently successful six-year minor league career recommends Jim for a shot at Giants' starting assignment in 1973. Control is Jim's forte, he comes equipped with a high ratio of Strikeouts as compared to Walks, throughout his career. Jim once pitched to a baseball clown.

Before joining the San Diego Chargers last year, Tom played with the Buffalo Bills. There, the big ball-player served as a defensive end and an offensive guard.

Tristram Speaker, outfielder of the Boston American League team, was born in Hubbard City, Texas, April 4, 1888. He became a professional ball player in 1906, when he joined the Cleburne, Texas, team. In 1907 he played with Houston, and at the close of that season was purchased by Boston.

One of the American League's most dangerous sluggers. In 154 games last year he had 24 homers, 1 triple, 30 doubles. Tied a major-league record for most grand slam homers in a season with 4. Batted in 102 runs. His average was .265. Recorded 152 hits for 256 bases.

Bones was picked on BAA's first team two years ago. A great competitor, his value to the team was shown by the fact that when he was side-lined with a lame ankle last season they lost six in a row. Bones is a splendid shot, who controls the ball off both backboards. He's liked by both teammates and opponents, as well as the fans who voted him the most popular of the Capitols two seasons in a row.

One of the bright young pitching arms on the Houston staff, Larry had a career high of twelve wins last year. He was highly sought after as a teenager because of his tremendous poise and potential. Larry has a live moving fastball, a good curve, and pin-point control. Larry's hobby is playing golf.

Considered one of the top relief men in baseball, Jim led the Reds in total appearances last season. A 17 game winner in the P.C.L. in 1955, the bespectacled righthander won a shot with the Chicago Cubs. Traded to the Cards in '58, Jim came to the Reds the following year. ROUGH MAN TO HIT. In 1960 Jim had his finest year as he posted astounding 2.36 E.R.A.

Worthy's 261-yard day against Oklahoma in 2021 set everything in motion. He scored a 75-yard TD on the first play, instantly becoming a subject of national attention. Not really knowing the rivalry's magnitude played a big part in his day. "I'm from California, it was basically another game for me," he told The Athletic.

A nimble and elusive runner, Jimmy has flashed big-play capabilities with the Dolphins. His diving end-zone catch of a 6-yard pass iced 1979 win at Minnesota.

For Mickey Mantle, 1957 was a great year because: Topped 1956 triple crown season in average, OPS. Led loop with 146 walks and had a .512 0BP. Scored AL-best 121 runs and was 18-for-19 in SBs. For Hank Aaron, 1957 was a great year because: Led NL in runs, roundtrippers, RBI and total bases. Struck out only 53 times while hitting 44 homers. Hits a fourth-best .322, including .375 vs. lefties.

Today's Curated Selection

Our curators select cards of interest every day of the year for display in the digital frames embedded in the ground beneath bulletproof glass on our Discovery Plaza. Today we have cards such as: Julian Javier (Baseball), Mike Maroth (Baseball), Ralph Branca (Baseball), Horace (Bones) McKinney (Basketball), MIke Lowell (Baseball), Pete Runnels (Baseball), Jimmy Cefalo (Football), Gary Peters (Baseball), Xavier Worthy (Football), Bill Jurges (Baseball), George Mullin (Baseball), Stan Musial (Baseball), Alex Karras (Football), Frank Gustine (Baseball), Dave Hoskins (Baseball), Tris Speaker (Baseball), Ivan Boldirev (Hockey), Tom Day (Football), Dean Chance (Baseball), and Ed Abbaticchio (Baseball).