Timed with the first pitch of the 2017 World Series, Goldin Auction is celebrating one of the most famous "fictitious" moments in baseball history with a special three-lot auction featuring autographed baseballs signed by current and former MLB players and other celebrities, many of whom took part in the famous "Home at the Bat" episode of The Simpsons that aired 25 years … [Read more...] about Signed “Homer at the Bat” Simpsons Baseballs Auction to Benefit JRF
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30th Anniversary: 10 Bargain Cards of the 1986 Mets
The 1986 New York Mets became one of baseball's most beloved teams. Down three games to two and down to their final out, the Mets battled back to win Game 6 behind Bill Buckner's crucial error at first base. New York found themselves behind again in Game 7, trailing 3-0. However, they tied the game in the sixth inning before going on to win the team's second World Series … [Read more...] about 30th Anniversary: 10 Bargain Cards of the 1986 Mets
10 Underrated Baseball Rookie Cards of the 1980s
The baseball card hobby exploded during the 1980s, and nothing was hotter during the decade than the rookie card of the latest phenom. While the sets of the era are home to the debut issues of many Hall of Famers, plenty of other "budding superstars" fizzled out on the road to Cooperstown. In between is a group of players who put together stellar careers but who have slid in … [Read more...] about 10 Underrated Baseball Rookie Cards of the 1980s
Ramblings: Doc’s Birthday Recalls Days When Gooden Was Plenty Good
The other day I saw a little note that Dwight Gooden had just turned 50. Honestly, I’m a bit surprised he’s still with us considering everything which has occurred in his life. Seeing that note reminded me of two things: the first is that time has flown by and the second is nothing is ever guaranteed in life as the recent passing of Oscar Taveras again proved. Back in the … [Read more...] about Ramblings: Doc’s Birthday Recalls Days When Gooden Was Plenty Good
Pack Break of the Week: 1984 Fleer Baseball
There was quite a buzz around the hobby in the spring of 1984. Donruss and Fleer had gained traction in the marketplace and there were some new rookies ready to make a splash at the big league level. While Topps cards could be found just about anywhere you looked, Fleer and Donruss were a little harder to locate. After utilizing a beige colored border in '83, Fleer went … [Read more...] about Pack Break of the Week: 1984 Fleer Baseball
Charlie Sheen News: Autograph Deal With SportsMemorabilia.com
Normally, you head for the entertainment page of your favorite website to grab the latest Charlie Sheen news. Not today. Thanks to an assist from Darryl Strawberry, the actor/collector just completed a private signing of memorabilia, including baseballs and sports movie-related memorabilia from his appearances in Major League and Eight Men Out. Sheen forged a deal with … [Read more...] about Charlie Sheen News: Autograph Deal With SportsMemorabilia.com