Discovery Plaza

November 25, 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.

While "Tex" Coulter was at West Point, he was rated as one of the game's all-time greatest tackles. It was as such that he made nearly every All-America in 1945. In his third pro year (1948) with the Giants, he was switched to center. He proved as capable there as at his former position. A highly respected offensive threat.

Witt's ascent to stardom has made the shortstop one of the most popular athletes in the country, with followers of all ages hopping aboard his growing mass of admirers. Four-legged fans are getting in on the action, too. According to Rover.com, "Witt" saw the highest spike in baseball-related dog names in 2024, up 111 percent from a year earlier.

Adley's 66 doubles entering 2024 are the most ever for a catcher through his first two seasons, while his hit total ranks fifth. An MLB All-Star Game selection and AL Silver Slugger Award winner in 2023, he forged the highest OBP on the Orioles.

One of the few players in professional baseball to perform a triple play unassisted. Heinie Sand pulled this stunt while playing for the Salt Lake Club 12 years ago. He was grabbed by the Phillies in the Winter of 1922 and played 6 years in the National League. Went to Rochester in 1929 and has played the last four years with Baltimore. Last year batted .278 in 157 games. Heinie is a shortstop,...

The most valuable player in the American League last year was Hank Greenberg, a noble experiment that worked. Switching to the outfield after establishing himself as one of the outstanding first-basemen in baseball, Hank proved that a good man can play anywhere. He was a brilliant performer all season in the Tiger pennant march, and hit a lusty .357 in the World Series against the Cincinnati Re...

Until he suffered a season-ending knee injury on July 7, 2003, Corey was enjoying his breakthrough year. At the time, he led the Cubs in AVG, hits and runs, while ranking second in HRs and RBI. Once ranked as the top prospect in baseball, Patterson hit .253-14-54 in '02, his first full MLB season.

This is only Cotton Pippen's third year in the major leagues. He has had a trial with the St. Louis Cardinals and spent last year with the Philadelphia Athletics and the Tigers, who picked him up via the waiver route in September. Pippen's major league record is far from impressive but he showed plenty of stuff in the minors with Sacramento, and Del Baker, manager of the Tigers, believes that t...

Word reached Batman that a thief is hidden in the Gotham City Museum. Arriving with Robin, the Caped Crusader made a search of museum and located the intruder in The Medieval Room. When the thief tried to escape, Batman foiled his plans.

One of the few United States born players in the NHL. Henry is a tough player who starred with the U.S. National Team before turning professional, and he played in the 1972 Winter Olympics in Japan. Most experts feel he needs only experience to develop into a top NHL player. He's a strong skater and a good checker. Henry is the first NHL player to perform with a headband.

The 1909 T206 Set, and other tobacco cards, were often viewed as evil, encouraging gambling and tobacco use among children.

After a sensational season in '67, George slumped off last year. The 25-year-old athlete didn't suffer in the field though, as he won his 2nd straight Gold Glove Award. In the minors, George has played well at all four infield positions. George cracked six hits in the 1967 World Series.

Many players have more than one card in the 1909 T206 Set and Hal Chase has the most cards (five).

Ed appeared in 39 games for the Boston Braves of 1952. His 23 hits were for a total of 31 bases, and he hit 2 home runs. He began in organized baseball in 1942 with Albany, then spent the next two years in service. Didn't get to the majors until 1951 with Boston. Appeared in 72 games for them that season, batting .282. Led Southern Association in putouts in 1950 with 707.

The Giants and Dodgers both turned "The Scooter" down as 'too small' at tryouts before he caught the eye of a Yankee scout. In '50, Phil was named the Most Valuable Player in the American League and with Kansas City in '40, he was the Minor League Player of the Year. He's been with the Yanks since '41 except for 3 years in the Navy. Set the American League record for shortstops by playing 58 ga...

The offseason doesn't exist for Yorke. Once the big-league schedule is exhausted, the tireless infielder is on his way back home to San Jose, where he and his two brothers stay active in the batting cages all winter. "It's kind of our bonding tool," he said. "Baseball runs my life."

By slamming four home runs against the Braves, Aug. 31, 1950, Gil hung up a modern NL record. He added a single to the parade, and the 17 total bases set a new mark for the majors. By taking part in 153 double plays in 1950, Gil achieved a new first baseman's fielding record. He drove in 113 runs on a .283 batting average. Gil was a catcher until giving first base a fling in 1948.

College basketball's all-time greatest scorer Travis signed with the Q's after playing 3 games with the Lakers last season. His college shooting percentage of .641 is the best in history as is his sensational total of 4065 points surpassing the all-time college record set by Pete Maravich. Once scored 75 points in game. Travis' nickname at Kentucky State was "The Machine".

A big center with excellent speed, Rob Niedermayer was the Florida Panthers first pick, fifth overall, in last spring's NHL entry draft. He is projected as an impact player with gamebreaking abilities. In addition to speed, the young center also uses his size to his advantage. This combination of speed and the power game make Niedermayer a force for the expansion Panthers. He played three seaso...

Veteran Satch held his own on a team loaded with front court talent. Sixth Celtic in scoring (11.2), third off boards (574 rebounds), while spending much time guarding rivals' high scorer. Tom likes to teach kids the fundamentals of basketball.

With the rise to stardom of Seattle's Russell Wilson, NFL teams are more receptive than ever to a QB such as Manziel, whose instincts, creativity and mobility make up for a lack of classic size. Johnny, a Heisman Trophy winner, led Texas A&M to huge numbers against several elite SEC defenses.

Born Jansen, Sask., Nov. 27, 1932. 5'10", 172. Shoots right. Kenny led AHL in goals before Rangers acquired him in 1959-60. He was used primarily to kill penalties last year. All of his pro minor experience was under Eddie Shore.

Wally was the No. 1 outfielder in the National League in 1950 with a .991 fielding average. Although he has yet to hit .300 in his 5 years in the majors, he's a top-notch long ball hitter. A World War II veteran, Wally came up to the Pirates in 1947 after hitting .315 at Oakland. He held down a regular outfield spot until he was tried at 3rd base in 1951. When he was traded to the Cardinals in ...

Balancing books and ball, Murphy majored in construction science management while performing at an All-ACC level on the gridiron. "Being in the Clemson football program really teaches you time management," said the studious defensive end and first team all-conference selection.

Clyde once won both games of a double-header during his big league pitching days!

A diminutive goalie of 5'8" and 150, Roger joined Red Wings in summer of '63 as part payment for colorful Howie Young. He had been third-ranked in Chicago. When Leafs drafted Sawchuk last summer, Roger automatically moved up as No. 1 Red Wing goalie. Roving style in goal led to 12 penalty minutes for Roger in first pro year at St. Louis.

After going 31-16 with 405 strikeouts for Detroit in 2011-12, Max was literally unbeatable for much of '13. He became the first Tigers pitcher ever to start a season 13-0, and his MLB-high 21 wins made him a unanimous AL Cy Young Award winner.

The Empire State Building crackled in flames as hundreds of workers were trapped inside the famous skyscraper. The attack took place at the end of a working day, just before men and women were to leave their offices to return to their families. Thousands of lives were lost as people fled for their cars, hoping to escape the flaming city. Autos piled onto the roads, with police completely helple...

In 2006, Mike made a strong comeback from a subpar season. He ranked third in the AL in doubles (once getting two bags on eight straight hits) and his .987 FLD% placed second among AL third basemen.

The 1916 Sporting News M101-4 set features stars such as Eddie Collins (#24), Charles Comiskey (#36), Ty Cobb (#38), Sam Crawford (#41), Joe Jackson (#87), Hugh Jennings (#90), Walter Johnson (#91), Babe Ruth (#151), Joe Tinker (#174) and Honus Wagner (#182).

The Tigers swung a trade for Andrew during 2014 Spring Training, valuing the glove of the former Angels shortstop. After setting career highs for homers and steals that season, he increased his versatility by learning to play the outfield in '15. Said teammate Ian Kinsler: "To be able to have a guy play like that, that can fill in, that's huge for a team."

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: Johnny Manziel (Football), Tom Sanders (Basketball), Eddie Joost (Baseball), Sam Darnold (Football), Fred Gladding (Baseball), Myles Murphy (Football), Treylon Burks (Football), George Scott (Baseball), Travis Grant (Basketball), Andy Seminick (Baseball), Marshall Johnston (Hockey), Orval Overall (Baseball), Hank Greenberg (Baseball), Eric Nesterenko (Hockey), DeWitt Coulter (Football), Jacoby Brissett (Football), MIke Lowell (Baseball), Matty Alou (Baseball), Antoine Walker (Basketball), and "Cotton" Pippen (Baseball).