Yesterday I received a nice return from Mr. Steve Blass, who signed his 1972 Sports Illustrated cover as requested in just nine days. I sent along a blue sharpie for him to use as well as $20 for him despite him not having a fee schedule. He typically signs for no charge, but I usually assume a player will appreciate the gesture of the fee, even if they don't keep it.
I've had a couple players return the money along with a brief note that they don't accept fees for signing, but never really got the impression that I had offended them by offering the money. I guess I'd rather offend someone by offering the money when they don't want it, than to not offer the money, and have them feel I was taking advantage of their generosity by signing premium items for me for no charge.
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