It’s legal eagles week in the trading card business. Leaf is now fighting back against the lawsuit by Panini over some unattached Kevin Durant autographs
Hobby News and Notes from the Editor’s Blog
February 29, 2012 By
Of redemptions, the return of basketball cards, superstar jerseys and the Industry Summit.
I Heart the 90s (Inserts): 1997-98 Skybox Metal Universe Precious Metal Gems
February 22, 2012 By
Their maker is extinct. They’re 14 years old. And collectors are paying a LOT of green for mean, green 1997-98 Skybox Metal Universe Precious Metal Gems.
Presidential Candidates–Even Losers–Get Upper Deck Cards
February 3, 2012 By
Upper Deck gets political with part of its upcoming World of Sports release with a political subset that includes both contenders and pretenders.
Tracking Babe Ruth Cards For Sale on eBay
December 29, 2011 By
A look at the vintage–and not so vintage–market for Babe Ruth cards.
Upper Deck Bringing National Hockey Card Day to U.S. Shops
December 14, 2011 By
Upper Deck will team with its approved stores to bring National Hockey Card Day over the border.
Welling Joins Panini
December 8, 2011 By
Former Upper Deck exec Martin Welling has joined Panini, charged in part with making sure new products make their release date.
Editor’s Blog: Expensive Shoes, Growing Company, Signed Sets Sell, Topps in India
December 4, 2011 By
Upper Deck says it has sold the shoes LeBron James wore in his first game back in Cleveland as a member of the Miami Heat. The game took place nearly a year ago and Upper Deck had James sign them. They were offered as part of Upper Deck Authenticated’s Suite One-of-One program where super high-end [...]
Q&A With a Hobby Distributor
November 30, 2011 By
Lloyd Kee of GTS discusses distribution policies by Panini and Upper Deck–among other things.
Michael Jordan ’97-98 UD Game Jersey Card Brings $30,123
November 28, 2011 By
The first game-used relic Michael Jordan basketball card, one of 23 signed by the Hall of Famer, sold on eBay.
Upper Deck’s Day With the Cup Inserts Offer Unexpected Chase
November 22, 2011 By
Upper Deck’s 2011-12 Series One Hockey packs include chase cards that show Boston Bruins’ players toting the Stanley Cup around the world.
2011-12 Upper Deck Hockey: No Auto Redemptions
November 10, 2011 By
Young guns, Heroes and a redemptionless autograph checklist highlight 2011-12 Upper Deck hockey.
Rich’s Ramblings: Remembering Lud Denny and Pro Set
November 8, 2011 By
Rich Klein remembers the meteoric rise and disappearance of Pro Set trading cards.
2011-12 OPC Hockey Offers Playoff Beard Variations, Star Autos
October 7, 2011 By
You’ll get beardless base cards and rare bearded parallels among the stars and autographs in Upper Deck’s 2011-12 OPC hockey cards.
Upper Deck Nevada Files Counterclaim Against Upper Deck International
October 2, 2011 By
Not long after being served with a lawsuit, Upper Deck’s American interests have filed a counterclaim against its international arm.
Upper Deck Asking $50,000 for LeBron’s ‘Return to Cleveland’ Shoes
October 2, 2011 By
Cleveland fans might prefer burning them, but UDA is offering the shoes LeBron James wore in his first game there as a member of the Heat.
Upper Deck Suing…Upper Deck
August 9, 2011 By
In the latest round of never ending legal battles, Upper Deck International is now suing its US-based subsidiary and CEO after losing what it claims are millions of dollars and laying off dozens because of counterfeit gaming cards.
2011-12 Upper Deck Victory Hockey Released
August 4, 2011 By
Rookie cards of top prospects Cody Hodgson, Joe Colborne, Jonathan Blum and Matt Frattin are part of the 250-card set aimed at the budget-minded and younger crowd while providing some hockey card roster depth.
2011 Sweet Spot Football Promises One Auto Per Pack
August 3, 2011 By
Upper Deck pushes out its latest football product, leaning again on college football photos and logos.
