Earlier this week, I noticed that former Yankee pitcher Johnny Kucks had passed away at age 81. In addition to seeing a post that Kucks, such as many players of his era had shaved a year or two off his age, I was also reminded that Kucks was the last pitcher to face Jackie Robinson in a major league game. Kucks faced Robinson in game 7 of the 1956 World Series, which he … [Read more...] about Rich Klein’s Ramblings: Money Keeps Players Out of Reach
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Super Bowl Auction Kicks Off
Hunt Auctions is again teaming with NFL Auction and NFL PLAYERS to produce the Super Bowl XLV Live Auction at NFL Experience, located at the Dallas Convention Center. 600 football related items from both past and present stars ranging from Gale Sayers to Peyton Manning. A portion of the proceeds from the auction will benefit charities designated by the NFL, NFL PLAYERS and … [Read more...] about Super Bowl Auction Kicks Off
NFL and NFL Players Announce Multi Year Deal With Topps
Topps today announced a multi-year trading card licensing agreement with the National Football League and NFL PLAYERS (the marketing and licensing arm of the NFLPA). The deal had been rumored for the last several days, despite an announcement late last year that the NFLPA would not be renewing Topps ' license for 2010. “We are excited to continue our deep, long standing … [Read more...] about NFL and NFL Players Announce Multi Year Deal With Topps
Super Bowl Auction Underway
Bidding has begun on the hundreds of lots scheduled to be sold at this year's Super Bowl XLIV auction. … [Read more...] about Super Bowl Auction Underway
NFL Hobby Shop Promotion Returns
In-store autograph sessions and giveaways will be part of the annual Player of the Day program. … [Read more...] about NFL Hobby Shop Promotion Returns