Athletes and cards is getting to be quite a thing... Blake Martinez spent six seasons playing linebacker in the NFL. Last summer gave it up to buy and sell trading cards. What had been a side hustle coming out of COVID had become a big business for the former member of the Green Bay Packers and New York Giants. After Martinez committed to the Las Vegas Raiders last … [Read more...] about Notes: Athletes and Cards; Joker Triple Double Jersey
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Nationals Pitcher Kyle McGowin Turns Collecting Love into Shop, Breaking Business
Washington Nationals relief pitcher Kyle McGowin is anxious to return to good health next season, but in addition to off-season workouts and rehab, he's busy with his growing sports card business. One of a growing number of athletes who've taken an active role in the hobby, McGowin's World Champion Breaks held its grand opening in West Palm Beach, FL on November 19. The Kyle … [Read more...] about Nationals Pitcher Kyle McGowin Turns Collecting Love into Shop, Breaking Business
Whether Breaking Boxes or Stacking Slabs, Royals Pitcher Daniel Tillo is an Avid Collector
It's been a challenging couple of years for Kansas City Royals pitching prospect Daniel Tillo. No minor league season in 2020 meant no baseball. Then Tommy John surgery. He's finally on track to return and maybe make his big league debut soon, but collectors have already gotten to know the Iowa native. He's an avid collector and box breaker. At Sioux … [Read more...] about Whether Breaking Boxes or Stacking Slabs, Royals Pitcher Daniel Tillo is an Avid Collector
Notes: KY Shop Burglary; Topps and Trout; Giants into Box Breaks; More
There was a burglary late last week at a sports card shop in Lexington, KY. It happened at Jimmy’s Roadshow with about $25,000 worth of unopened products stolen by a single individual who was in the store for about a minute, according to owner Jimmy Mahan. View this post on … [Read more...] about Notes: KY Shop Burglary; Topps and Trout; Giants into Box Breaks; More