Joe Davis is cracking open the vault of nostalgia in this episode of Sports Cards & A Cup of Joe—and this time, it's personal. With decades of firsthand experience and a deep love for the hobby, Joe walks you through the iconic rookie cards that defined the 1980s, year by year. From the electric debut of Rickey Henderson to the hobby-shifting arrival of Ken Griffey Jr., this episode covers the key cards, memorable players, and the untold stories behind the cardboard.

You’ll also hear about:

The rookie card that once sent Joe and his team to Disney World 🌟

What made 1984 Donruss Don Mattingly the card to chase

Which rookies got left out of key sets—and how that shaped the market

Joe’s personal missteps, grading lessons, and why centering matters and not just corners

And of course, don’t miss Joe’s definitive Top 10 list of 1980s rookie cards.