The San Francisco 49ers entered the 2022 NFL season hoping their young quarterback could take the reigns and guide the team deep into the playoffs. They didn't know that player would be Brock Purdy, whose rookie cards are now among the hottest in the hobby. Purdy, the 262nd pick in the 2022 NFL Draft has flourished with no expectations, guiding the 49ers to a division win … [Read more...] about Brock Purdy’s Meteoric Sports Card Rise from Irrelevance
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5 Bo Bichette Prospect and Rookie Card Picks, Hottest eBay Auctions
The sweet swinging shortstop for the Toronto Blue Jays, Bo Bichette, amassed nearly 13 Wins Above Replacement in just two full major league seasons. He played 46 games when he debuted in 2019 and 29 games in the 2020 shortened season, but Bichette really began to make an impact in 2021 and '22. The 24-year-old son to former major leaguer Dante Bichette finished among … [Read more...] about 5 Bo Bichette Prospect and Rookie Card Picks, Hottest eBay Auctions
Sandy Alcantara Baseball Card Roundup
From the get-go, Miami Marlins starting pitcher Sandy Alcantara was electric in 2022. MLB.com's David Adler said that Alcantara was "an ace and a closer all in one" because he threw more complete games (six) than anyone else in the majors. He also pitched into the 8th inning in half of his starts. True workhorses are hard to find in the majors these days, but Alcantara has … [Read more...] about Sandy Alcantara Baseball Card Roundup
Hottest Julio Rodriguez Prospect and Rookie Cards
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
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