When hockey fans of a certain age think back 40 years, they are transported to a time where the New York Islanders dominated and the Edmonton Oilers were poised for greatness. With those two clubs squaring off in the Stanley Cup Final, it seemed like destiny and while the club from Long Island prevailed to make it four straight championships, the future seemed to belong to … [Read more...] about 1983-84 O-Pee-Chee Hockey: An Underrated Gem
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Oilers Stanley Cup Rings, Trophies Among Headliners at Classic Auctions
The Edmonton Oilers made a habit of hoisting the Stanley Cup from 1984-1990. Now, a collection of championship rings and trophies from one of sports’ greatest dynasties leads off Classic Auctions’ Winter catalog sale. Two Oilers Stanley Cup rings and four personal trophies once presented to popular trainer Barrie Stafford are among more than 1,100 lots of historic and … [Read more...] about Oilers Stanley Cup Rings, Trophies Among Headliners at Classic Auctions
Connor McDavid’s First Goal Jersey Could Bring $300,000
Connor McDavid has scored 162 goals since he turned pro in 2015, and his first score was particularly memorable. The jersey McDavid wore on the night he scored his first NHL is part of Goldin Auctions’ October Legends sale, which ends on Halloween night. There are two sessions of the October Legends Auction, with the second half ending on Nov. 1. To say that expectations … [Read more...] about Connor McDavid’s First Goal Jersey Could Bring $300,000
Notes: Record Quarter for PSA; Cards & Gambling; Collector Helps Player; Talking Autos and Authenticity
Collectors Universe revenues in the first quarter of fiscal 2020 soared to $20.2 million from $17.5 million a year ago, a 16% increase and a new all-time quarterly record for the company. Trading card and autograph revenue in the quarter were 33% higher than a year ago. PSA and PSA/DNA netted over $8 million in quarterly revenue for the first time in company … [Read more...] about Notes: Record Quarter for PSA; Cards & Gambling; Collector Helps Player; Talking Autos and Authenticity
More Charges Against Accused McDavid Autograph Forger
New charges have been filed against a Canadian man accused of selling Connor McDavid jerseys with fake autographs after police say publicity surrounding the case led to more complaints from buyers. In April of 2018, it was reported that 23-year-old Chandra Vinesh Singh contacted several people via Facebook claiming he was employed by either the Edmonton Oilers Entertainment … [Read more...] about More Charges Against Accused McDavid Autograph Forger
Edmonton Police Nab Suspect; Take on Case of Fake Connor McDavid Jerseys
Police in Edmonton have made one arrest and are warning the public about a scam that involves fraudulent Connor McDavid autographs. Chandra Vinesh Singh, 23, is charged with two counts of possession of a forged document, fraud over $5,000, fraud under $5,000 and false pretense. Singh is also known to go by “Vinesh Singh” or “Vinny.” In April of 2018, it was reported that … [Read more...] about Edmonton Police Nab Suspect; Take on Case of Fake Connor McDavid Jerseys
McDavid’s Game-Worn Jerseys Bringing Big Bucks
How’s this for a hot start. The first two Connor McDavid game-worn jerseys made available to the public sold for $60,000 combined. MeiGray, which has partnerships with nine NHL teams including the Edmonton Oilers, sold them even before the teenage phenom took to the ice. McDavid made his regular season debut October 8 in St. Louis, changing his visiting road top … [Read more...] about McDavid’s Game-Worn Jerseys Bringing Big Bucks
Esposito Selling Jerseys, Pucks, Sticks…and Cast…from Collection
Hockey great Phil Esposito is putting his personal collection of memorabilia on the auction block. The Hall of Famer has consigned dozens of pieces including game used equipment, awards, rings, autographs, artwork and even a 39-year-old leg cast from a much talked about injury he suffered during the playoffs. Legendary Auctions will feature the Esposito collection in its … [Read more...] about Esposito Selling Jerseys, Pucks, Sticks…and Cast…from Collection
1980 Miracle on Ice Jersey Going Up for Bid
The jersey and skates worn by Ken Morrow in the United States' 1980 Olympic hockey victory will go on the auction block starting today. Montreal-based Classic Auctions to put up for bid the jersey Morrow wore during Team USA's "Miracle on Ice" victory over the Soviet Union during the Lake Placid Games. It's the first jersey from a player to be sold at auction. A gold medal … [Read more...] about 1980 Miracle on Ice Jersey Going Up for Bid
In The Game Decades 1980s Hockey Review
by Rich Klein As we discussed a few reviews ago, In the Game (better known in the hobby as ITG) has a unique concept for many of their products, which is that the boxes they sell will contain cards which are nothing but hits, hopefully guaranteeing solid value both short and long term. Granted some of the hits will be better than others, but the idea is that every card would … [Read more...] about In The Game Decades 1980s Hockey Review