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Votto Proves He’s a Hall of Famer Despite Being Undervalued in Hobby

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Joey Votto has redefined himself. The 38-year-old slugger for the Cincinnati Reds has reached 30 home runs this year. It is only the third time in his long career he has reached that milestone. Votto is a shoe-in for the Baseball Hall of Fame, even before his resurgence. He has more than 300 home runs, more than 2,000 hits, and more than 1,000 RBIs. Over the first decade … [Read more...] about Votto Proves He’s a Hall of Famer Despite Being Undervalued in Hobby

News & Notes: Big Papi’s Rummage Sale; Ovechkin’s 700th Puck; Devon White Sells; Storage Unit Saga; More

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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

Topps Signs David Ortiz as Spokesman, “Lead Scout”

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Topps has signed David Ortiz to an endorsement deal that will include a new role as “head scout” for the Topps NOW program. According to Topps, Ortiz will work with the company to select “the best moments of the Major League Baseball season and support Topps’ initiatives throughout the year, including National Baseball Card Day.” “The TOPPS NOW program is fun to work on … [Read more...] about Topps Signs David Ortiz as Spokesman, “Lead Scout”

Autographed ’52 Topps, Vintage Unopened Part of Collect Auctions Sale

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Collect Auctions has opened its 2017 Spring Auction with over 700 lots on the block. Another group of vintage unopened boxes are among the lots in the catalog, along with 300 signed 1952 Topps Baseball cards; a complete set of 500 Home Run Club signed baseball cards with each slabbed and graded by PSA/DNA; vintage uncut sheets, various David Ortiz game-used items, including … [Read more...] about Autographed ’52 Topps, Vintage Unopened Part of Collect Auctions Sale

Red Sox 2013 World Series Memorabilia Tracker

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In the end, there was no doubt.  Shane Victorino's latest big post-season hit and some exceptional pitching put an end to any hopes of a Game 7 with the N.L. Champs on Halloween night.  Collectors and fans are now honing in on items associated with the Red Sox.  eBay was doing a brisk business and other sites selling sports memorabilia also came prepared. A look at some 2013 … [Read more...] about Red Sox 2013 World Series Memorabilia Tracker

Rich’s Ramblings: Respect for Baseball Cards Reflecting Our Time

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I was not planning to write any more columns this week but sometimes life takes one on an unexpected turn. This week, we had to put down my beloved Heidi, our mini-schnauzer, who was an integral part of my life from the day I met my bride-to-be.   Here's a photo of her. Despite how she looked in this photo she was truly a happy dog, especially when she was talking to her … [Read more...] about Rich’s Ramblings: Respect for Baseball Cards Reflecting Our Time