Expectations were as high as the Space Needle for Seattle Mariners rookie Julio Rodriguez when it was announced that he made the 2022 Opening Day roster. The team and collectors alike were beginning to worry about his slow start to the season. But, a torrid stretch propelled Rodriguez into becoming the only rookie on the 2022 All-Star Game roster, not to mention a second-place … [Read more...] about Hottest Julio Rodriguez Prospect and Rookie Cards
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South Beach Swag: Tyler Herro Rookie Card Picks, Hottest eBay Auctions
Milwaukee born Tyler Herro was an all-everything player at Whitnall High School in Greenfield, Wisconsin, averaging nearly 33 points per game as a senior. Originally committed to Wisconsin, Herro changed his mind after a visit from John Calipari of Kentucky.Herro didn't take long to adjust to the college game. He was the only player to start in all 37 of Kentucky's … [Read more...] about South Beach Swag: Tyler Herro Rookie Card Picks, Hottest eBay Auctions
Panini Kaboom! Inserts Now a Four Sport Rarity
Not every hit inside a pack of cards has to be autographed to be a hit with collectors. Case in point are what's become a fairly long-running line with the goofy name. In fact, Panini Kaboom! cards have been...well...pretty explosive in recent years. Generally released as short printed inserts--typically about one per case--Kaboom! has its roots as a … [Read more...] about Panini Kaboom! Inserts Now a Four Sport Rarity
Tyler O’Neill Rookie and Prospect Cards Getting a Look as Cards’ Compact Slugger Shines
He's a 5'11 power-packed ball of energy. A Canadian dynamo who enjoyed a breakout season. Does it mean Tyler O'Neill baseball cards will be good long term play? The weights certainly seem stacked in his favor. Especially when you consider his play on the baseball diamond isn't just about raw power. The St. Louis Cardinals outfielder has already captured the … [Read more...] about Tyler O’Neill Rookie and Prospect Cards Getting a Look as Cards’ Compact Slugger Shines
Prospect of the Week: Jarred Kelenic Ending 2021 on a High Note
If we learned anything this weekend, it’s that Jarred Kelenic has once and for all arrived. The young Seattle Mariners center fielder could transition from top prospect to starter at the beginning of the 2022 season. In a three-game series in Kansas City Sept. 17-19, Kelenic busted out with three home runs in the three-game series, and had three hits in the series finale … [Read more...] about Prospect of the Week: Jarred Kelenic Ending 2021 on a High Note
Hottest Shohei Ohtani Rookie Cards
Could he not just be as good as advertised… but maybe better? The fascinating arrival and performance of a big league unicorn from Japan who has led baseball historians to the record books has spearheaded a stampede of collectors and dealers searching for Shohei Ohtani baseball cards. His dual abilities as a pitcher and hitter are simply something no living … [Read more...] about Hottest Shohei Ohtani Rookie Cards
Top Ronald Acuna Jr. Rookie Cards and eBay Hot List
According to Baseball America he was the number one prospect in baseball entering the 2018 season. Born in Venezuela, he was the kingpin of a deep and talented roster of youngsters in the organization. His talent and accomplishments in the minor leagues gave Braves fans something to look forward to and now that he's arrived, Ronald Acuña Jr. rookie cards are among the … [Read more...] about Top Ronald Acuna Jr. Rookie Cards and eBay Hot List
Arrowheadliner: A Clyde Edwards-Helaire Rookie Card Review
His name may have lagged behind top pick Joe Burrow and Alabama legend Tua Tagovailoa early in the 2020 NFL trading card year but it didn't take long for collectors to determine that Clyde Edwards-Helaire rookie cards might be worth latching onto as well. The Kansas City Chiefs young running back went right from a national championship in college to contributing mightily to a … [Read more...] about Arrowheadliner: A Clyde Edwards-Helaire Rookie Card Review
The Big Easy: A Brandon Ingram Rookie Card Review
It's taken awhile, but those who had faith that Brandon Ingram rookie cards would prove to be worth hanging onto are feeling pretty good these days. A little maturation and a fresh start have pushed the still youthful NBA standout to become a player to watch in the 2020s. The Book on Brandon A Kinston, North Carolina native, Ingram was the definition of Mr. … [Read more...] about The Big Easy: A Brandon Ingram Rookie Card Review
Heating Up: A Bam Adebayo Rookie Card Review
The deep rookie class from the 2017-18 NBA Draft, which featured Jayson Tatum, Donovan Mitchell, Lonzo Ball and other players who had the hobby buzzing. Not much hobby attention was on the Miami Heat's top draft pick. You would be forgiven for not jumping all over Bam Adebayo rookie cards right out of the gate. If you did manage to grab some, you are more than happy with the … [Read more...] about Heating Up: A Bam Adebayo Rookie Card Review