Newly minted Hall of Famer Jeff Bagwell, members of Phi Slamma Jamma, past NFL greats like Joe Montana, Houston Astros stars Carlos Correa and Alex Bregman were just some of the autograph guests at the 31st annual TriStar Productions Houston show over the weekend. A large room full of dealers joined collectors who just came for the autographs for the three-day event, held at … [Read more...] about TriStar Show Hosts HOFers as Montana Talks ‘Greatest Ever’
Carlos Correa
Correa, Topps Partner in ‘Restless for a Cause’ Program
His cards are among the hottest in the hobby and now there’s a new one to chase—with a charitable twist. The 2016 Carlos Correa ‘Restless for a Cause’ card was produced by Topps and shown off at a news conference last week at which the 21-year-old Puerto Rican star revealed his plans to help underprivileged kids have a place to sleep. “Restless for a Cause” ties Correa’s … [Read more...] about Correa, Topps Partner in ‘Restless for a Cause’ Program
Francisco Lindor Signs with Topps Authentics
One of the top shortstops in Major League Baseball is joining the Topps Authentics roster in an exclusive multi-year deal. Francisco Lindor is the latest rising star to sign with the company's new memorabilia division. Topps is offering signed Lindor jerseys, balls, bats, and oversized Chrome Rookie Cards on its website. His cards will continue to appear in most baseball … [Read more...] about Francisco Lindor Signs with Topps Authentics
2016 Topps Chrome Baseball Offers Shiny Additions
2016 Topps Chrome baseball will once again mirror the top cards from Series One and Two of the company’s flagship set. Set for release August 3, this year's edition includes some new wrinkles. A full checklist for the product is below. The base set of 2016 Topps Chrome will consist of 200 cards, and as usual a hobby box will contain 24 packs, with four cards to a pack. … [Read more...] about 2016 Topps Chrome Baseball Offers Shiny Additions
Notes: Correa an Autograph Hit; Willie and Me… and More
Carlos Correa already has an exclusive autograph and memorabilia deal with Topps and over the weekend, he made a lot of new friends—including some famous ones—during his appearance at TriStar’s Houston show. The company sold 500 autograph tickets for Correa and that didn’t come close to meeting the demand. The Houston Chronicle chatted with Correa, former quarterback Joe … [Read more...] about Notes: Correa an Autograph Hit; Willie and Me… and More
Luis Severino Signs Autograph Deal with Topps
Luis Severino, considered by many to be the top prospect in the New York Yankees’ system, has signed an exclusive memorabilia deal with Topps, which continues efforts to expand the online and memorabilia part of its business. Severino’s autographed memorabilia will be sold exclusively through Topps Authentics, which will include baseballs, jerseys, oversized cards and more. … [Read more...] about Luis Severino Signs Autograph Deal with Topps
Topps Names All-Rookie Team
This year’s edition of the annual Topps All-Rookie Team was released Friday. The history of the honor goes back to 1960 with players winning a spot on the team noted on the front of the following season's cards. Chicago Cubs third baseman Kris Bryant and Houston Astros shortstop Carlos Correa lead the group of this year's winners. Earlier this week, Bryant and Correa were … [Read more...] about Topps Names All-Rookie Team
Fanatics Fall Show Set for Chicago November 20-22
Fanatics Authentic is scheduled to return to Chicago for its last sports memorabilia show of the year November 20-22. The Donald E. Stephens Convention Center will play host to more than 90 autograph signers throughout the three days of events. The convention center also hosted the 2015 National Sports Collectors Convention last summer. Among the autograph guests at the … [Read more...] about Fanatics Fall Show Set for Chicago November 20-22
Carlos Correa Autographs Now a Topps Exclusive
Topps sent out some images of Houston Astros rookie sensation Carlos Correa visiting its offices on Tuesday but it wasn’t just a quick meeting to get his autograph on a few cards. Correa was there to sign an exclusive contract with the company. Correa’s autographed memorabilia will be sold exclusively through Topps, which is a first-of-its-kind deal for the company. In … [Read more...] about Carlos Correa Autographs Now a Topps Exclusive