Bret Boone was born into baseball. A third generation Major League Baseball player, Boone followed in the footsteps of his grandfather Ray Boone who was an infielder for the Indians, Tigers, White Sox, A's, Braves and Red Sox, his father Bob Boone who was a backstop for the Phillies, Angels and Royals and was eventually joined by his younger brother Aaron who had a solid … [Read more...] about Card Back Q&A: Bret Boone on Baseball Lineage, Charisma and Marge Schott’s Dogs
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New Speedway Stars Set Features Indy’s Best Drivers
Arriving just ahead of the 106th running of the Indianapolis 500, a new line of trading cards honors auto racing greats of the past and present, while celebrating a popular racing magazine from the past. “Speedway Stars” Series 1 contains images of some of the greatest drivers in auto racing history, including three-time Indianapolis 500 winners Johnny Rutherford, Dario … [Read more...] about New Speedway Stars Set Features Indy’s Best Drivers
Notes: Kareem Fleer Sticker Record; New Site Has1 Million Cards; Then/Now Bobbleheads; eBay Partners for Gretzky NFT; More
There’s a new record for the highest priced Fleer Basketball sticker. A 1986-87 Kareem Abdul-Jabbar sticker (#1) graded PSA 10 sold for $240,000 in the May Premier Auction at PWCC. It’s also the highest price for any non-rookie Abdul-Jabbar card. Centering and other issues have traditionally kept high grade copies of the Abdul-Jabbar to a minimum. Only … [Read more...] about Notes: Kareem Fleer Sticker Record; New Site Has1 Million Cards; Then/Now Bobbleheads; eBay Partners for Gretzky NFT; More
Bret Boone Talks Bowman Rookie Card, Personal Sports Bar, Growing up in Veterans Stadium
Bret Boone was born into baseball. A third generation Major Leaguer, Boone followed in the footsteps of his grandfather Ray Boone who was an infielder for the Indians, Tigers, White Sox, A's, Braves and Red Sox and his father Bob Boone who was a backstop for the Phillies, Angels and Royals. Bret Boone was eventually joined by his younger brother Aaron who had a solid career as … [Read more...] about Bret Boone Talks Bowman Rookie Card, Personal Sports Bar, Growing up in Veterans Stadium
Notes: The Not So 1-1 Brady RC; Koufax Jersey Hits $1 Million, More
When is a 1-of-1 really a 1-of-2? When it’s the 2000 Fleer Showcase Masterpieces Tom Brady rookie year card that carries a 1/1 serial number but has a twin brother. The unusual situation isn't a secret. In addition to the BGS 8.5 copy that sold late Thursday night for $396,00, there’s a PSA Authentic copy that’s owned by a collector. One of the two cards was … [Read more...] about Notes: The Not So 1-1 Brady RC; Koufax Jersey Hits $1 Million, More
2006-07 Fleer Jordan Rookie Autographed Buyback Set for Auction
One of the 23 autographed Michael Jordan Fleer rookie cards that were part of an Upper Deck 20th anniversary promotion in 2006-07 is on its way to auction. Christie’s will sell the card, along with five pairs of Jordan shoes, beginning June 1. Among the most sought after Jordan cards in the hobby, it's expected to sell for $2 million -$3 million according to the … [Read more...] about 2006-07 Fleer Jordan Rookie Autographed Buyback Set for Auction
Wheatland Auction Opens with Plenty of Variety
Cobb and Kobe. Gehrig and Griffey. Babe and Brady. Wheatland Auctions' latest online catalog has a sampling of icons from across the decades. While high rollers can probably find something of interest, the 800+ lot sale is geared toward collectors, with lots opening at a $5 minimum bid. Among the top level items up for grabs is a PSA … [Read more...] about Wheatland Auction Opens with Plenty of Variety
TTM This Week: HOF Signers; Cards Hockey Players Won’t Sign; Sooz and Les on the Show
It was a good week of TTM autograph requests, starting with a Baseball Hall of Famer, whose signature I acquired with a modest donation. Here are a few of the former players I connected with for little or no cost: Orlando Cepeda Baseball Hall of Famer Orlando Cepeda played first base, outfield and designated hitter for six teams from 1958-1974 including the … [Read more...] about TTM This Week: HOF Signers; Cards Hockey Players Won’t Sign; Sooz and Les on the Show
Notes: ’96 Tiger Putter to Auction; Logoman LeBron Winners; COVID vs Cardboard; Grading Numbers, More
The first victory putter ever given to Tiger Woods, following his third consecutive U.S. Amateur Championship win in 1996, will be on the auction market next week. The putter was created for Woods by well known club maker Scotty Cameron after Woods’ final amateur victory before he turned pro. It’s specially engraved with “1996 U.S. Amateur Championship” along the bottom and … [Read more...] about Notes: ’96 Tiger Putter to Auction; Logoman LeBron Winners; COVID vs Cardboard; Grading Numbers, More
Renaldo Wynn Q&A: Signing in South Bend, Chicago Sports, Rookie Card Growls
Renaldo Wynn was a multi-sport star at Da La Salle Institute in Chicago. On the gridiron he was the team captain earning an All-Midwest selection and All-State Second Team nod from the Chicago Tribune. In addition to being a star on the defensive side of the ball, Wynn rushed for 500 yards and nine touchdowns as a fullback during his senior high school season. He received … [Read more...] about Renaldo Wynn Q&A: Signing in South Bend, Chicago Sports, Rookie Card Growls