Panini’s first MLBPA trading card license will come to fruition with 2011 Donruss Elite Extra Edition, a product heavy on youngsters.
Panini America Will Produce Baseball Cards
September 15, 2011 By
Major League Baseball Players and Panini have come to terms on a deal that will result in more new baseball card products.
Editor’s Blog: National Association, PSA Parent a “Buy” Stock, Arizona Collector, Auction Record
August 10, 2011 By
More tidbits from around the hobby.
National Notes: Tuesday
August 2, 2011 By
It had a big impact on Baltimore last year and the thousands of collectors, dealers and companies who descend on the city this week should be a boost for Chicago too.
Ortiz Signed Brian Fox Painting to Benefit Kids
July 13, 2011 By
Brian Fox, known to collectors for his artwork that adorns Topps baseball cards and World Series programs, has created a new work that will benefit the David Ortiz Children’s Fund.
1949 Outland Trophy on Auction Block
June 9, 2011 By
One of college football’s oldest major awards ever to hit the auction block looks a bit different than what players receive today.
First Willie Mays Poster Was Product of Teen Fan’s Ingenuity
May 20, 2011 By
Martin Jacobs went from Candlestick Park vendor to the sole distributor of a red hot Willie Mays poster back in the 1960s. It’s an experience he’ll never forget…and you might be surprised at what it’s bringing these days.
Logan Morrison’s Signed Cast on eBay
April 27, 2011 By
Nearly every member of the Florida Marlins signed Logan Morrison’s cast. Now, it’s on the auction block to raise money for a charity close to his heart.
Ex-NFL Players Sue Over Lack of Compensation
April 20, 2011 By
A group of retired NFL players is again going after the NFL Players Association, claiming they’re owed millions over the use of their image on cards, video games and other items.
New MLBPA Licensing Director
March 11, 2011 By
Evan Kaplan is the players association’s new man in charge of licensing for many of baseball’s core categories including baseball cards.
WHA Card Set Raises $ for Hall of Fame
September 14, 2010 By
Some of the old hockey league’s memorable players are part of a new little card set aimed at paving the way for a more permanent WHA Hall of Fame.
Mounted Memories Part of Dreams’ NBA Memorabilia Deal
December 22, 2009 By
Autograph dealer Mounted Memories is now part of DREAMS Inc’s marketing agreement with the NBA.
Upper Deck, MLBPA Will Sponsor Giveaway
December 17, 2009 By
Upper Deck may have lost its MLB stamp of approval, but the company is still planning a nationwide baseball card giveaway just prior to the 2010 season.
Club President’s Death Leaves Void
December 7, 2009 By
One of the country’s oldest sports collecting clubs has lost one of his founders, but his legacy is a model for the rest of us.
MLBPA’s Heeter Stepping Down
November 30, 2009 By
The Director of Business Affairs and Licensing for the Major League Baseball Players Association is leaving her post.
Co-Op Effort Propels Player of the Day
October 17, 2009 By
It’s a cooperative effort when card companies, sports card shops and the NFL Players Association host the Player of the Day.
