There have been scandals in sports that have had ripple effects on the hobby before. But this one seems different. In a matter of a week, a Twitter/X post, a mid-game disappearance from the Tampa Bay Rays dugout and the announcement of an investigation by Major League Baseball have mothballed most activity for baseball cards of a player who was the most widely invested … [Read more...] about Wander Franco Allegations Impacting Card Market
Michael Vick
Vick Autograph Signing Draws Attention
It won't be his first autograph signing since taking over as the Philadelphia Eagles' starting quarterback last season, but Michael Vick's appearance at a New Jersey sports card shop is generating some controversy. Vick is scheduled to appear June 19 at Butler Sports Cards. His paid signing session is drawing the ire of those still outraged by details of the dogfighting … [Read more...] about Vick Autograph Signing Draws Attention
Topps in their Class: NFL’s Most Valuable #1 Draft Pick Cards
Being the number one overall draft pick comes with plenty of fanfare but if you're a football card collector, take a pass. Going back to the 1950s, only about one of every four number one picks went on to a Hall of Fame career. Many were total flops. Only a few top selections bring big bucks on the open market. The most valuable rookie card of all of the number one draft … [Read more...] about Topps in their Class: NFL’s Most Valuable #1 Draft Pick Cards
Nine Post-1990 Football Card Sets to Consider
Which modern era football card sets might actually be worth space on your shelf? … [Read more...] about Nine Post-1990 Football Card Sets to Consider