The Big E is back, and while Panini's long-running Elite line does contain Elvin Hayes, the Big E here is the logo for the brand that also fills up the background on the front of some of the cards. Released last week, 2013-14 Panini Elite Basketball is a mix of current and former players with the shiny expectations of current collectors. Offering four hits plus two rookies, … [Read more...] about 2013-14 Panini Elite Basketball Blends Hoop History with Modern Tech
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Bryant Signs Stacks of Cards for Panini
There's no such thing as complete down time for elite pro athletes, but summer is as close as it gets for Kobe Bryant. Last week, he found time to sign hundreds of cards for Panini America's upcoming National Treasures and Elite Black Box insert cards Brian Bayne, Panini's Memorabilia Business Manager, is the guy who rounds up autographs from Panini pitchmen like Bryant, … [Read more...] about Bryant Signs Stacks of Cards for Panini
Triple Crown Chase: Pujols Cards Ready for New Spike?
Carl Yastrzemski was the last player to win the Triple Crown. His 1967 season is the stuff of legend. How tough has it been for a National League player to win the home run, RBI and batting titles in the same year? The last man to do it was Ducky Medwick...in 1937. Now, another Cardinal is making a legitimate run. Albert Pujols leads the NL in homers and RBI and is … [Read more...] about Triple Crown Chase: Pujols Cards Ready for New Spike?