Washington Nationals relief pitcher Kyle McGowin is anxious to return to good health next season, but in addition to off-season workouts and rehab, he's busy with his growing sports card business. One of a growing number of athletes who've taken an active role in the hobby, McGowin's World Champion Breaks held its grand opening in West Palm Beach, FL on November 19. The Kyle … [Read more...] about Nationals Pitcher Kyle McGowin Turns Collecting Love into Shop, Breaking Business
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8 Career Chronicling Ted Simmons Baseball Cards
It was a long wait to be elected and another long wait to be inducted, but the day has finally come for one of the newest members of the Baseball Hall of Fame. Ted Simmons was elected by the Modern Baseball Era Committee back in December of 2019 but it wasn't until now that he could enjoy an actual day in the sun at Cooperstown. His 21-year career, spent mostly with … [Read more...] about 8 Career Chronicling Ted Simmons Baseball Cards
Notes: MLB Authenticators; Jeter Auction; Kaline Debut Stub; Showtime Cards
From milestones to foul balls, MLB authenticators chronicle every pitch, snaring dozens of items from all 162 games for every team, plus playoffs. However, if you're looking for a home run ball from the recent Field of Dreams game in Iowa, good luck. “The way the corn was planted, the immensity of it and the height of it, the ball would literally just … [Read more...] about Notes: MLB Authenticators; Jeter Auction; Kaline Debut Stub; Showtime Cards
Topps, Derek Jeter Team Up for New Card Set
Topps has released an online exclusive card set in partnership with a Hall of Famer. The boxed set of 2020 ToppsX Derek Jeter was introduced Wednesday as an online exclusive. Similar to previous ToppsX products produced with input from other athletes who have endorsement deals with the company, the Jeter set features not only cards focused on his career but also former … [Read more...] about Topps, Derek Jeter Team Up for New Card Set
Holy Grail of Early Derek Jeter Autographed Baseballs Coming to Auction
What may be the earliest known baseball signed by Derek Jeter as a professional is coming to auction, an iconic ball that has been cherished for 28 years by the batboy of the 1992 high school all-star game Jeter played in as a teenager in Michigan. The batboy--a 10-year old little leaguer who’s uncle coached the local varsity baseball team—was gifted the ball after the game … [Read more...] about Holy Grail of Early Derek Jeter Autographed Baseballs Coming to Auction
Fanatics Holiday Auction to Include Vintage Rookie Cards, Ruth Autographs
Fanatics continues its rapid move into the sports card and memorabilia auction market, with its 2020 Holiday event set to open on Wednesday. The online platform will include high-grade vintage and modern rookie cards, autographs from baseball icons and game-used memorabilia. Over 200 lots will be offered. A long-time major player in the online retail market for … [Read more...] about Fanatics Holiday Auction to Include Vintage Rookie Cards, Ruth Autographs
Notes: Jeter Cards Launch; All PSA 10 1986-87 Fleer Set; KS Store Burglary; Andy, Opie for Post Cereal Cards
Topps has launched the first element of its new partnership with Derek Jeter. The first in a series of ‘Career Retrospective’ Topps Now cards went online over the weekend. Done in a Chrome style, the first card commemorates his 2017 jersey retirement ceremony at Yankee Stadium. Individual cards and autographed versions are being offered. If you order a … [Read more...] about Notes: Jeter Cards Launch; All PSA 10 1986-87 Fleer Set; KS Store Burglary; Andy, Opie for Post Cereal Cards
Topps Announces Multi-Year Partnership with Derek Jeter
There won't be a Hall of Fame induction ceremony this year, but Topps will celebrate the career of Derek Jeter with a new partnership that will bring fans and collectors along for the ride. The company announced a multi-year partnership with Jeter on Thursday, one that includes his involvement with both new and existing Topps product lines. Topps says it will collaborate … [Read more...] about Topps Announces Multi-Year Partnership with Derek Jeter
Derek Jeter Debut Jersey Sells for $369,000; First AAA Jersey Also Hits 6 Figures
The New York Yankees road jersey worn by Derek Jeter during his 1995 big league debut and when he delivered the first of his 3,465 career hits sold for $369,000 early Sunday as Goldin Auctions wrapped up its Winter Catalog Auction. Signed and inscribed by the new Hall of Famer, the jersey has also been photo-matched to the final game of the regular season in 1995 when … [Read more...] about Derek Jeter Debut Jersey Sells for $369,000; First AAA Jersey Also Hits 6 Figures
Topps’ Jeter Vault: Images from Earliest Baseball Card Shoot Up for Auction
Images taken by a photographer during Derek Jeter’s days as the New York Yankees top prospect are up for auction through the Topps Vault archives. Three 2 x 2-inch slide negatives of Jeter taken prior to the arrival of his first Topps cards in 1993 are among dozens of such items that are part of the company’s ongoing eBay sales. In one photo, a teenage Jeter is holding a … [Read more...] about Topps’ Jeter Vault: Images from Earliest Baseball Card Shoot Up for Auction