You don't have to win a championship in pro sports to be considered among the greats. Yaz never brought a World Series trophy to Boston. Barry Sanders never cuddled the Lombardi trophy. Was John Stockton mediocre because he played during perhaps the greatest era in NBA history? Even winning one, though, isn't a ticket to stardom. Not even for players who had a major … [Read more...]
Baseball Memorabilia: 25 Cool Ways to Collect
If the whole sports collecting thing has you a little confused, or if you're a veteran collector feeling bored, we've channeled our inner pack rat to come up with a list of twenty-five genres of baseball memorabilia that should get your creative juices flowing.You'll notice a theme throughout, though. We've tried to keep the cost factor in mind because not everyone is blessed … [Read more...]
Autograph Signers Announced for NSCC
Tri-Star Productions has announced the initial group of autograph guests for the 33rd Annual National Sports Collectors Convention, August 1-5 in Baltimore. While dozens of athletes past and present will be on the final list as the show approaches, the first wave includes some familiar names from the show circuit. Among the confirmed bookings are numerous Hall of Famers … [Read more...]
Topps Adds Autographs to Bowman Line
Topps has made some additions to its 2011 Bowman autograph list. Bowman Chrome, which hits store shelves shortly, will now feature autographs of standout pitching prospect Matt More of the Rays and top rookies Dustin Ackley and Eric Hosmer. Every hobby box of Bowman Chrome guarantees 1 on-card Chrome Autograph. The updated checklist is as follows: Bryce … [Read more...]
Baseball Card Lots Often Provide Big Bang for Buck
It’s an often overlooked category on eBay. If you’re looking for a specific card, it probably won’t be your first choice. If you’re filling out a set, chance are you’ll find one seller who has multiple singles that are on your list so you can get exactly what you need and get combined shipping. However, the Baseball Card Lots for Sale category is one you should be monitoring … [Read more...]
Topps Adds Hall of Famer Relics to Tier One Baseball
Topps has upgraded the relic cards in its all-new 2011 Tier One Baseball that hits hobby shelves early November. The relic insert (one per pack) has been enhanced with several Hall of Famers and retired stars such as Babe Ruth, Willie Mays, Sandy Koufax and more. The new cards are replacing a list of lower-level active players. The hobby-only Tier One, which includes 2 … [Read more...]
2011 MLB Draft Picks Added to Bowman Set
With the window now closed for draft picks to sign with their Major League teams, Topps has been able to make some significant additions to its Bowman Draft Picks & Prospects autograph list. The company has landed #3 overall pick Trevor Bauer and many of the first rounders beyond pick #7 for a total of 20 players. Still missing from the autograph checklist are top pick … [Read more...]
Buying Vintage Sports Cards Offers Options
Walk the aisles at a major sports card show and listen to the conversations. You'll quickly discover that it's not possible to put collectors into the same 800-count box. Some are filling want lists; happy to finish their vintage sets with cards in virtually any respectable grade. Others want the absolute best they can find, willing to pass on a card that might put them a … [Read more...]
2011 Topps Tier One Baseball Will Debut in November
Look for another new baseball product just as the 2011 season wraps up. Topps Tier One Baseball will be added to a lengthy list of new product issues for 2011. The company is touting the mid-to-high level product as the "definitive on card autograph release for 2011". The big drawing card will be 20 active and retired stars and Hall of Famer autographs, packed just one per … [Read more...]
Editor’s Blog: Schilling’s Stuff, Hall of Famers Return to Cooperstown, NFL Gamers
While some await the National Sports Collectors Convention, others are busy at this weekend's All-Star Fan Fest in Phoenix. The event gets underway today, leading up to next Tuesday's game. As we've reported several times, the annual auction is back with Hunt Auctions again handling the duties. One of the major attractions this year is the sale of Curt Schilling's … [Read more...]