Mike Acosta isn't old enough to remember when they were called the Houston Colt .45s, but he knows plenty about that era of Houston baseball history. The Astros' Authentication Manager wears a lot of hats in his job. He handles everything from making sure the team's bobblehead giveaways look like the players they're supposed to honor to authenticating game-used … [Read more...] about Astros Authenticator Has Hand in Everything
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2010 Topps Magic Football Short Print List Released
Topps has confirmed that 2010 Topps Magic Football includes a large number of short printed autographs, some limited to just 15 copies. There are also short-printed base cards. The product, released recently, promises three autographed cards per pack. The following autographs are limited to just 15 copies each. In addition each subject has an Autographed Chrome card … [Read more...] about 2010 Topps Magic Football Short Print List Released
Panini Signs Football Card Deal; Releases First Product
Panini America and the NFL and NFL Players Association have officially come to terms on a multi-year trading card licensing agreement. The deal covers the manufacture of football cards and stickers. In the coming weeks, Panini also expects to announce several agreements with NFL players who will serve as the face of its products on packaging and in promotions. The 2010 NFL … [Read more...] about Panini Signs Football Card Deal; Releases First Product
Colt McCoy to Make Pro Autograph Show Debut
Texas quarterback Colt McCoy and teammate Jordan Shipley will get their feet wet at this weekend's Tristar sports card show in Houston. The guest list also includes some Hall of Famers. … [Read more...] about Colt McCoy to Make Pro Autograph Show Debut