I don’t know how many times in my life working in the sports card industry fate took me to the Hockey Hall of Fame in Toronto. Sometimes it was a meeting. Sometimes it was for an event. Sometimes it was just because I happened to be on a business trip to Toronto with some co-workers or colleagues that had never been to Toronto, and I insisted that we head there and then do … [Read more...] about Remembering Ron Ellis: A Great Player, A Great Man and a Friend of the Hobby
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Class of 2023: Collecting the New Members of the Hockey Hall of Fame
The Hockey Hall of Fame recently announced several new members that will be enshrined later this year and this year's class is loaded up with names that will be familiar to many collectors. Highlighted by three legendary goalies, a high-scoring former first overall pick, and an Olympic standout; this group also has a solid hobby legacy that features some great rookie cards and … [Read more...] about Class of 2023: Collecting the New Members of the Hockey Hall of Fame
Sport Card Expo Promotor Hoping For Live Show in Fall
The 2021 Spring Sport Card and Memorabilia Expo is in the books. The Toronto show, known as the world’s largest hockey card and collectibles show, show owner and promotor Steve Menzie is hoping this was the final virtual edition of the semi-annual event. “Overall, it was a successful show,” Menzie said. “This was our third virtual show, and we have been trying to create a … [Read more...] about Sport Card Expo Promotor Hoping For Live Show in Fall
Mr. Goalie’s Memorabilia: Collecting Glenn Hall
When hockey collectors discuss the game's greatest goalies, there are names that naturally pop up like Terry Sawchuk, Jacques Plante, Patrick Roy, and Martin Brodeur. Their place in hockey history is undeniable, but there is one amazing talent that seems to get lost in the shuffle despite being arguably the best in the game during the 1960s - Glenn Hall. Why hasn't the hobby … [Read more...] about Mr. Goalie’s Memorabilia: Collecting Glenn Hall
Notes: Collector’s Find Winds Up in HOF; Munson “Roast” Program; Farewell to Long-Time Dealer; Jim Beckett: Podcaster
Collector Larry Berman recently purchased a piece of hockey history so important he didn’t feel right about keeping it. The 1948 letter from New York Rangers executive Frank Boucher was an invitation to the team’s training camp at Saranac Lake, N.Y. The recipient was prospect Herb Carnegie. A highly skilled black player, Carnegie could have been the first to play in … [Read more...] about Notes: Collector’s Find Winds Up in HOF; Munson “Roast” Program; Farewell to Long-Time Dealer; Jim Beckett: Podcaster
A Collector’s Guide to the 2019 Hockey Hall of Fame Inductees
The annual announcement of new inductees by the Hockey Hall of Fame always creates discussion among fans - especially in years where there are some controversial choices made by its Selection Committee. This year, there has been plenty of uproar over the talents that are being enshrined in November. No matter how they feel, many hobbyists are already on the hunt for rookie … [Read more...] about A Collector’s Guide to the 2019 Hockey Hall of Fame Inductees
Frank Brimsek: Mr. Zero, American Hero
The days of old time hockey had a scant few American-born stars outside of Hall of Famers like Frank Goheen and Hobey Baker, but no player from the United States had been a superstar in the NHL before the arrival of Frank Brimsek with the Boston Bruins in 1938-39. Today's collectors may not realize his significance within the game and the hobby itself, but now is as good a time … [Read more...] about Frank Brimsek: Mr. Zero, American Hero
The Illustrious 11: Collecting the Hockey Hall of Fame’s First Class
A great deal of attention gets paid to baseball's original Hall of Fame class from 1936, but in other sports, there is less discussion about their pioneering players and builders. In the case of the Hockey Hall of Fame, the first group of inductees were an impressive group - even if some of those names have been forgotten today. Some of them are still relevant to modern … [Read more...] about The Illustrious 11: Collecting the Hockey Hall of Fame’s First Class
1960-61 Topps Pays Tribute To Old Time Hockey
The game of hockey has long celebrated its rich history and this is especially apparent when it comes to hockey cards. In the post-war era, collectors got their first look at legends on cardboard thanks to the Old-Time Greats subset in 1955-56 Parkhurst, but it only focused on players that had skated for the Montreal Canadiens and Toronto Maple Leafs. Just five years later, the … [Read more...] about 1960-61 Topps Pays Tribute To Old Time Hockey
Waiting for the Call: Collecting Cards of Potential Hockey Hall of Famers
Each year, the Hockey Hall of Fame inducts a new class of legendary names into its ranks. The 2018 class will be enshrined this fall but collectors and fans are now thinking ahead to who might make the cut in 2019. Once announced, there is sometimes a little boost in interest for their rookie cards and certified autographs – but why not speculate in advance to beat the rush … [Read more...] about Waiting for the Call: Collecting Cards of Potential Hockey Hall of Famers