If you like the old school brand and its slicker cousin, Panini is hoping you’ll really like 2019-20 Clearly Donruss. The new brand makes its debut this fall, putting a see-through spin on NBA cards from the previously released Donruss and Optic sets. While Optic took Donruss and gave it a chrome look, Clearly will be done entirely on acetate stock. Each box … [Read more...]
What’s Hot: It’s a Baseball, Basketball…Heck, Everything’s Hot World
I'm just chilling after the Nuggets dropped a game at home against the Warriors. It is a little more frustrating since they were favored by 15 or so points. I'm not angry, but it reminded me that there are no sure things in life. Well, perhaps no sure things other than the constant interest in any 2019-20 basketball releases thanks to Mr. Zion, Mr. Ja and a … [Read more...]
What’s Hot: Top 5 Sellers and the Awkward Aftermath of a Player’s Death
I wanted to start things off with my thoughts that I shared with my collectors on social media right after Kobe Bryant had passed. It gives you some insight to what it is like to own a card store at the time when there is no official right or wrong answer and making the wrong move can have long-lasting effects. Sure there is the usual hot list to follow, but since … [Read more...]
Sports Card Release Calendar: 1/23/20 – 2/13/20
The first 2020-branded baseball products will arrive in the coming days, but they won't be alone. Here's a look at the sports card releases arriving soon. 2019-20 Panini Crown Royale Basketball 1/29 With a history that dates back to the 1990s, Crown Royale offers eight cards per box, including an autograph, memorabilia card and two parallels or … [Read more...]
2019-20 Donruss Optic Basketball Preview, Checklist
Panini will once again put a shiny touch on its flagship basketball brand this season. They’ll roll out the 2019-20 edition of Donruss Optic basketball in mid-winter, highlighted by on-card rookie autographs. 2019-20 Donruss Optic Configuration and Base Set Info If you’re not aware, Donruss Optic is the higher-end version of Donruss with a chromium-style card … [Read more...]