Police in Largo, Fla., arrested a 40-year-old man they believe orchestrated a scam to sell fake Babe Ruth signed baseballs to pawn shops and second hand stores throughout the state. Marc Szakaly of Land 'o Lakes was taken into custody at his home and booked into the Pasco County Jail on Wednesday night. Five hours later, he was out on $50,000 bond. He's been charged with … [Read more...] about Busted: Cops Say They’ve Got Serial Ruth Signed Ball Counterfeiter
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Baseball Hall of Fame’s 2011 Memorabilia Additions
The post-season is still a month and a half away, but the National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum has had a busy year accumulating memorabilia. The Cooperstown shrine has already received several pieces from the 2011 season, including: The cap worn by the Twins’ Francisco Liriano during his May 3 no-hitter against the White Sox, and a ball from that game; a bat … [Read more...] about Baseball Hall of Fame’s 2011 Memorabilia Additions
Editor’s Blog: Thome’s HR Ball, Crime Blotter, Killer’s Stuff Sells, Ernie Johnson
Another milestone home run ball left the yard Monday night when Jim Thome belted the 600th of his career. He his #599 just an inning earlier in the Twins' win over the Tigers. As the eighth member of the 600 club, Thome could have had a battle to get the history-making ball back if it had landed in the stands. It likely would have been worth thousands of dollars on the … [Read more...] about Editor’s Blog: Thome’s HR Ball, Crime Blotter, Killer’s Stuff Sells, Ernie Johnson
Cy Young Jersey Brings $657,250 at Auction
About 150 bidders and spectators watched more than 100 premium sports memorabilia pieces go under the hammer Thursday night in Chicago. The Heritage Live event saw some heavy bidding on several one of a kind pieces. A 1908 Cy Young Boston Red Sox jersey topped all lots when it sold for $657,250 including the buyer's premium at the swanky Muvico Theatres. Dallas-based … [Read more...] about Cy Young Jersey Brings $657,250 at Auction
Editor’s Blog: Halper’s Son Speaks, X-Rated Photo Buy, Heisman Ring, The National…and More
Some of the items in the legendary Barry Halper collection have been revealed to be something other than what we once thought. Halper, who is no longer around to answer questions, was even recently accused of being a "con man". Harsh words for someone who is considered by most to have accumulated the world's greatest baseball memorabilia collection this side of Cooperstown … [Read more...] about Editor’s Blog: Halper’s Son Speaks, X-Rated Photo Buy, Heisman Ring, The National…and More
Huge Brooklyn Dodgers Collection Goes on Block
A 30-year accumulation of Brooklyn Dodgers memorabilia comes to market for the first time as Memory Lane launches its 2011 Summer Classics Auction July 30. The Steve Ross Dodgers Collection includes baseball cards, autographed balls and bats, pennants, programs, yearbooks, autographed books, autographed photos, hats, the collection even includes Ebbets Field seats. The … [Read more...] about Huge Brooklyn Dodgers Collection Goes on Block
DiMaggio-Monroe Kiss Ball Story Dates to Hollywood Softball League
It's faded, but we're guessing the DNA is still there somewhere. The signature seems undeniable. The 1952 New York Yankees team-signed baseball, signed by both Joe DiMaggio and Marilyn Monroe, and still bearing Marilyn’s lipstick we told you about earlier this month, is expected to bring in excess of $20,000 when it is offered as part of Heritage Auctions Aug. 4 Signature … [Read more...] about DiMaggio-Monroe Kiss Ball Story Dates to Hollywood Softball League
Foul Ball From Jeter’s 3000th Hit At Bat Will Be Auctioned
Derek Jeter's 3,000 hit baseball didn't make it to the open market, but a ball that he didn't put into play just moments earlier is going up for bid. MEARS Online Auctions has announced that the family of a fan who snared a ball Jeter hit into the stands on the first base side has consigned the ball to them to see what it might bring. The ball will be part of … [Read more...] about Foul Ball From Jeter’s 3000th Hit At Bat Will Be Auctioned
MLB Prepares for Thome’s 600th
Twins' slugger Jim Thome is just five home runs away from becoming just the eighth player in big league history to reach 600 homers and at Major League Baseball's authentication division, Thome Watch has begun. Once he hits home run #598, MLB will give the opposing pitchers specially marked baseballs to ensure that the milestone ball will be properly identified. So what's … [Read more...] about MLB Prepares for Thome’s 600th
David Price Autographs Will Be Added to Jeter Marketing Blitz
The pitcher who gave up Derek Jeter's 3,000th hit has agreed to an autograph deal of his own. David Price of the Tampa Bay Rays will sign memorabilia to be marketed by Steiner Sports. Among the items being sold are some that carry Jeter's autograph with the Price inscription "I Gave Up DJ's 3K" . Some of the memorabilia is already being sold. Price's signature, not … [Read more...] about David Price Autographs Will Be Added to Jeter Marketing Blitz