The fan who caught what would have been one of the most valuable pieces of modern era Dodgers memorabilia turned it over to Justin Turner after the Dodgers’ hero beat the Cubs with a three-run blast Sunday night. Keith Hupp is a retired Southern California police officer and a collector who seems to make a habit of being at the right place at the right … [Read more...]
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Hottest Cody Bellinger Baseball Cards
It looks like he might be in the big leagues to stay but collectors looking for Cody Bellinger’s baseball cards had to have a little patience as his remarkable rookie season became one of the year's best stories. A surprisingly quick ascension by the Los Angeles Dodgers young first baseman/outfielder meant he wasn’t part of Topps’ flagship or any other MLB-focused set issued … [Read more...]
Hottest Corey Seager Cards as Dodgers Star Turns 23
Just as Nationals fans looked forward to Bryce Harper and Cubs fans anticipated Kris Bryant, Dodgers fans couldn't wait for their top prospect to make his debut. He didn't disappoint and now Corey Seager cards are among the hobby's hottest. The L.A. shortstop turns 23 on Thursday, already a big league star. Seager is making what is, by big league standards, a modest … [Read more...]
Baseball History on Stage as Sports Museum of LA Re-Opens
Good news for sports fans and collectors: Gary Cypres’ Sports Museum of Los Angeles is going to be open to the public once again. The building is where Cypres houses a large part of his massive collection of rare, valuable and one-of-a-kind sports memorabilia. He created the museum with the idea of having it open on a daily basis and did so for about six months back in … [Read more...]
Kershaw Sizzles; Cards Too
The superlatives continue for Clayton Kershaw. His latest gem happened Monday night, a 2-hit shutout that pushed his record to 7-1. Afterward, social media told the story of his ongoing dominance. Below a few statistical nuggets is a look at the most watched Kershaw cards on eBay. Kershaw first appeared on the 2005 Upper Deck USA Baseball set. His "official" rookie … [Read more...]
Team Attorney Helps Stop Dodgers Clubhouse Thefts
An attorney for the Los Angeles Dodgers who just happened to be surfing eBay for sports memorabilia helped nab two security guards selling stolen jerseys and bats. According to a TMZ report, Chad Gunderson, Sr. Counsel for the Dodgers, was online late last year when he noticed an eBay seller had listed game-used Dodger memorabilia that shouldn’t have been available to the … [Read more...]
Don Drysdale Career Collection Coming to Auction
Last summer, we told you that items from the personal collection of Hall of Famer Don Drysdale would be coming to auction. Now, we know a little more about what items from the late pitcher's career will be offered and when. Game-worn uniforms and other game-used gear, signed photos, trophies and other career memorabilia were part of the collection that will be sold on … [Read more...]
Photo of the Day: Life-Changing Moment for Maury Wills
Baseball card collectors know all too well that Maury Wills is one of a few players Topps was just never able to land for their annual releases. Stan Musial and Ted Williams were notorious holdouts over money, signing more lucrative exclusive deals elsewhere. Wills didn’t show up until 1967, long after his prime. The RMY Auctions Photo of the Day is one of those rare … [Read more...]
Complete 2012 Topps Baseball Series One Checklist
Snowy where you are today? Spring training seem like a long way away? Fear not. Baseball--and the season's first cards--will be arriving in just three weeks. But you don't have to open any packs to know who's in them. We've got the complete 2012 Topps Baseball Series One checklist straight from the company. You might want to grab a little bottle of 5-Hour Energy or a … [Read more...]
First Items from Dreier Collection Up for Sale
The first items from the recently consigned Dreier Collection are being released for sale by Legendary Auctions. Eight items from the family’s multi-million dollar collection entrusted to Legendary Auctions are being offered via private sale, offering a small glimpse into quality of items set to be sold over the next two years as the collection is liquidated. The eight … [Read more...]
