Topps' 60-year run of producing football cards is indeed coming to an end. Panini America and the NFL announced a "long term" exclusive partnership Thursday, with the deal starting next spring. Panini will be the only company making physical cards and sticker products starting early next spring. Topps, which has produced pro football trading cards since 1956, will retain its … [Read more...]
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Rich’s Ramblings: Remembering Lud Denny and Pro Set
by Rich Klein As always, I'd like to start by thanking you, the reader for your indulgence in enabling me to discuss old hobby stories. I like the new logo we've got…me with the baseball cards flying out the back. It’s perfect because we are taking trips back to the past each week. There is a great joy in being able to go back and discuss happenings from the hobby’s … [Read more...]
Ramblings: The Week the World Changed
by Rich Klein I am extremely grateful for everyone who reaches out and sends email after reading these stories. Last week, I received a very nice email from Bill Barron who used to work for NFL Properties and asked me to write about Lud Denny. Bill, eventually we'll touch on Lud and his large impact on the world of football cards. But for now, we'll start by talking some … [Read more...]
No NFL License for Upper Deck
National Football League Properties will not grant a license to Upper Deck in 2010. Late Wednesday, the Carlsbad, CA company released a brief statement. Upper Deck CEO and founder Richard McWilliam said, "Over the past year, Upper Deck has attempted to negotiate a new licensing deal with NFL Properties. Unfortunately, despite our best efforts, we were not able to reach … [Read more...]
