Some sports card shops are struggling. Some will close by the end of the year. Then, there’s Brian Jadzak. The Chicago area man has opened four of his Baseball Card King locations in just four years including his latest in the suburb of Downers Grove just last month. It all started with a small mall storefront. Business was good enough that he expanded into another space … [Read more...] about Chicago Area Shop Owner Expands
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1914 World Series Ring May Bust Myth
The 1914 Boston Braves were a team for the ages. Trailing the first place New York Giants by 11 games on July 18, the team that would be dubbed the "Miracle Braves" went on a tear. They won 60 of their last 76 games to win the pennant, then disposed of the heavily favored Philadelphia Athletics in the World Series. Now, a relic from that legendary team is giving collectors … [Read more...] about 1914 World Series Ring May Bust Myth
Remnant of Sosa’s Infamous Corked Bat on Auction Block
The bat that helped hasten an end to the love affair between baseball fans and Sammy Sosa--or at least half of it--is about to be sold. Nearing the end of his career, Sosa was ejected in the first inning of a game on June 3, 2003 against Tampa Bay after his bat broke and the umpiring crew discovered the cork inside. The handle was confiscated by Major League Baseball … [Read more...] about Remnant of Sosa’s Infamous Corked Bat on Auction Block
1927 Cubs Uniform: From Farm to Auction
Exactly how it wound up in the family is a bit of a mystery, but a 1927 Chicago Cubs uniform that resided on a northern Wisconsin farm for decades has been consigned to the current MEARS online auction. The jersey's tail carries the stitched name of Sparky Adams, a Cubs' versatile infielder who enjoyed a long Major League career. The pants show the last name of Howard … [Read more...] about 1927 Cubs Uniform: From Farm to Auction