A unique piece of baseball and breweriana gets prime play next week as Antiques Roadshow opens its 26th season on PBS. In a segment recorded at the Wadsworth Mansion in Middletown, CT earlier this year, appraiser Simeon Lipman discusses an item brought to the event by a man who was interested in learning whether it might have some value. The piece is one that even … [Read more...] about 1917 Red Sox Calendar Kicks off Antiques Roadshow Season
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Fred Lynn Q&A: Rookie Card Recollection, Massive Mancave and Power Tools from Topps
He played from 1974-1990 in a career that took him from coast-to-coast, but Fred Lynn is best known for his stellar seasons with the Boston Red Sox, where he won a batting title and four Gold Gloves. The definition of an all around athlete, Lynn excelled in four sports as a youngster including baseball, basketball, football and track. Born in Chicago, he was … [Read more...] about Fred Lynn Q&A: Rookie Card Recollection, Massive Mancave and Power Tools from Topps
The Fours Auction Puts Wrap on Boston Sports Bar’s 44-Year History
A Boston sports landmark has closed its doors and the memorabilia inside is up for sale. The Fours, located just steps from the TD Garden, has permanently closed after 44 years of operation. Its famed sports memorabilia collection, which once adorned the walls of the two-story location on Canal Street is now up for auction. More than 1,000 items will be on the market—some … [Read more...] about The Fours Auction Puts Wrap on Boston Sports Bar’s 44-Year History
Mo Vaughn Talks Cape Cod League Cards, Cal Ripken Autographs and Hanging Out with The Big Red Machine
Mo Vaughn was one of the most feared hitters of his generation. 'The Hit Dog' spent the best part of his career, nearly a decade, with the Boston Red Sox. The three time All-Star and 1995 AL MVP finished his career with a batting average just shy of .300 while belting well over 300 home runs and driving in over 1,000 runs. The following year, playing in 161 games, he … [Read more...] about Mo Vaughn Talks Cape Cod League Cards, Cal Ripken Autographs and Hanging Out with The Big Red Machine
1912 Fenway Park Dedication Invitation Coming to Auction
The world was still talking about the Titanic disaster that had occurred the month before and the baseball world had been rocked by Ty Cobb, who just that week had climbed into the fans and assaulted a disabled heckler in New York. In Boston, though, there was excitement surrounding the new ballpark that had been constructed near Kenmore Square. While Fenway Park … [Read more...] about 1912 Fenway Park Dedication Invitation Coming to Auction
News & Notes: Big Papi’s Rummage Sale; Ovechkin’s 700th Puck; Devon White Sells; Storage Unit Saga; More
Big Papi is cleaning house, and sports memorabilia collectors might want to get in line for it. Red Sox icon David Ortiz has scheduled an estate sale at his home in Weston, Mass. on Saturday, Feb. 29, which promises to feature sports memorabilia, in addition to designer clothes, furniture, gym equipment and more. The address to the sale will be released after 9 a.m. on … [Read more...] about News & Notes: Big Papi’s Rummage Sale; Ovechkin’s 700th Puck; Devon White Sells; Storage Unit Saga; More
Red Sox Bat Collector Co-Hosting Program at Library of Congress
Red Sox collector Jeff Boujoukos is taking his bats to the Library of Congress. Boujoukos, who set out years ago to try and collect a game-used bat from every Red Sox player from 1960-present, and Red Sox curator Sarah Coffin will host a program on Sox history at the Library on Saturday, March 23. The bat collection will help tell the story of the team from … [Read more...] about Red Sox Bat Collector Co-Hosting Program at Library of Congress
Red Sox World Series Champions Memorabilia Hits Market
For a franchise that waited 86 years to finally win one again, they've certainly made up for lost time with four titles in a 15-year span. It hasn't gotten old, though. Demand for 2018 Boston Red Sox World Series champions memorabilia is expected to be strong. In fact, fans were lining up outside sporting goods stores before the fifth game was even officially … [Read more...] about Red Sox World Series Champions Memorabilia Hits Market
Topps Creates 2018 Red Sox World Champions Sets
Moments after the final out Sunday night, Topps launched pre-orders for special edition sets of 2018 Boston Red Sox World Series champion baseball cards. Two sets are being made available under the Topps NOW brand: a 10-card issue ($24.99) a 20-card 'Collector's Edition' ($49.99) and a set that includes one autographed card ($99.99). Eight players will sign … [Read more...] about Topps Creates 2018 Red Sox World Champions Sets
Collector’s Basement a Shrine to Red Sox
Dan McGraw’s love of the Boston Red Sox goes well beyond watching them on TV in his Lewiston, Maine home. McGraw has one of the most extensive collections of Sox memorabilia you’ll ever see. It’s not confined to one room of his house, either. From binders full of Red Sox cards going back decades to game-worn jerseys, autographed baseballs and more current items, he’s … [Read more...] about Collector’s Basement a Shrine to Red Sox