Rickey Henderson’s 1980 rookie card is a thing of beauty, no doubt. Displaying Henderson trademark crouched batting stance, it’d be a nice card even if it wasn’t extremely valuable. High-grade versions of the future Hall of Famer and Oakland Athletic great’s 1980 Topps card cost way more than you’ll pay for a typical complete set. Rickey’s rookie is the first card you … [Read more...] about 8 Great 1980 Topps Baseball Cards Beyond Rickey Henderson
George Brett
George Brett Signed ‘Pine Tar Game’ Jersey Will Hit Auction Block in February
Video of the raging Royal documents a memorable moment in major league history. The clip shows George Brett charging out of the dugout at Yankee Stadium, veins sticking out of his neck, furiously trying to get at home plate umpire Tim McClelland. It was July 24, 1983, and the umpire had just called Brett out for having too much pine tar on his bat, negating a two-run, … [Read more...] about George Brett Signed ‘Pine Tar Game’ Jersey Will Hit Auction Block in February
MLB “UMPS CARE” Auction Raises Money for Kids
Major League Baseball umpires are offering more than 300 pieces of memorabilia, tickets and fan experiences during their 10th Annual UMPS CARE Charities Online Auction. Some of the items up for bid include signed bats, cleats, jerseys, photos, and baseballs from some of the biggest stars in baseball including 2017 AL MVP Jose Altuve, 2017 NLCS MVP Justin Turner, … [Read more...] about MLB “UMPS CARE” Auction Raises Money for Kids
1979 Kellogg’s Set Draws Interest From Error Collectors
Few could have guessed that when the promotional program began in Battle Creek, Michigan back in 1970 that it would still be going on at the end of the decade (and beyond). It was clearly a hit and the 1979 Kellogg's baseball set followed much the same protocol as the nine sets that preceded it. While the release did include plenty of stars and an expanded … [Read more...] about 1979 Kellogg’s Set Draws Interest From Error Collectors
40 Years Later: 6 Clutch Cards From The 1976 Topps Set
Five years before Fleer and Donruss ignited a revolution, 15 cents still bought you a pack of the only card game in town. The 1976 Topps baseball set was a dramatic change from the company's colorful 1975 product. It was a much cleaner look than the year before, which featured colored full-bleed corners around all edges of the cards. The white-bordered cards added a nice touch … [Read more...] about 40 Years Later: 6 Clutch Cards From The 1976 Topps Set
Vintage Set of the Week: 1980 Topps Set Marked End of an Era
Who knew, back when a few photos of baseball stars were placed onto cardboard, that the baseball card phenomenon would become an enormously competitive, large industry, one that sparked a series of legal challenges that changed the collecting landscape forever? Topps baseball cards were virtually the only game in town from 1956 through 1980. Although other companies tried … [Read more...] about Vintage Set of the Week: 1980 Topps Set Marked End of an Era
The Royals are Hot, but How About Their Memorabilia?
Less than 24 hours after the Kansas City Royals won their first postseason game in 29 years my “In” box had an offer for a unique piece of memorabilia to commemorate the event. Granted, my baseball card and memorabilia business is in the state of Missouri, and that extra-inning victory against the Oakland ball club was the first of a historic three extra-inning victory run. But … [Read more...] about The Royals are Hot, but How About Their Memorabilia?
1975 Topps George Brett Rookie Card: What You Need to Know
Although there are many popular baseball cards that have been produced throughout the history of the hobby, it is safe to say that only a handful can truly be called “iconic” cards. By definition, such cards represent in their appearance the baseball card hobby as a unique entity. These cards, on their own, call to mind the greater whole of the hobby. Many of these iconic … [Read more...] about 1975 Topps George Brett Rookie Card: What You Need to Know
George Brett vs. Persistent Autograph Seeker…and It’s Not Pretty
An autograph seeker who admits he's asked George Brett on nearly three dozen occasions and gotten at least 15 signatures took the brunt of the Hall of Famer's frustration this week and now the entire incident has gone viral. Brandon Farrens somehow learned of Brett's travel plans and tracked him down at Kansas City International Airport on Wednesday. "At the airport, he … [Read more...] about George Brett vs. Persistent Autograph Seeker…and It’s Not Pretty
Editor’s Blog: Bat Brett Used for Hit #2000 Wasn’t His
On Wednesday afternoon, I had the opportunity to have some fun on the airwaves in Kansas City with Jeff Logan and Greg Pryor of ESPN Radio 1510. We talked about the hobby and joked around a little but beforehand, I also learned the whereabouts of a nice little piece of baseball history. Pryor, fans will remember, spent nine years in the big leagues with the Texas Rangers, … [Read more...] about Editor’s Blog: Bat Brett Used for Hit #2000 Wasn’t His