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...]
Notes: Son Arrested for Ring Theft; Ohtani’s Dual Bobblehead; Blaster Box Hunting; Upper Deck News
The son of former New England Patriots defensive tackle Vince Wilfork has been charged with stealing his dad’s two Super Bowl rings and other items worth hundreds of thousands of dollars. Wilfork said last month that he was missing two Super Bowl rings, two AFC championship rings, a college football national championship ring and some other jewelry. Police say the … [Read more...]
Topps Signs Guerrero Jr. to Exclusive Autograph Deal
Topps has signed Vladimir Guerrero Jr. to an exclusive multi-year autographed memorabilia contract. The deal gives Topps exclusive rights to sell newly-signed baseballs, bats, jerseys, photos, caps and other memorabilia. “We are thrilled to add Vladimir Guerrero Jr., as one of our exclusive athletes with our memorabilia line, Topps Authentics,” said David Leiner, Topps … [Read more...]
The Hobby in 2018: Big Finds, Big Pulls, Big Bucks, Big Business
You can always expect some big-ticket items to sell but the top sports memorabilia-related stories aren't always about what stuff sells for. There were plenty of interesting happenings over the last 12 months. From a wild moment at the National to a newly uncovered and virtually untouched collection of decades-old cards and some notable business moves, there was a … [Read more...]
Topps Releases ‘2018 Rookie Year in Review’ Product
If you’re all about rookies, there’s a set hitting the market that’s in your wheelhouse. 2018 Topps Rookie Year in Review is an on-demand set and if you want one, you’ll have to hustle. They’re only available for seven days but could sell out sooner. Priced at $100, each box will have one complete set of 49 rookie cards, two Rookie of the Year Tribute cards … [Read more...]
Notes: Ohtani and Acuna Cards; Big Bucks for Old Micks; Bobblepalooza; Rams, 49ers Jerseys to Help Fire Victims
Appropriate, maybe, since he was named Rookie of the Year about the same time, but the chase for the 1/1 2018 Bowman Chrome Ohtani Superfractor autograph ended on Monday when the card was pulled by a collector in southern California. Well, not the actual signed card. Unfortunately, it’s a redemption he’ll have to submit online but considering that the off-season … [Read more...]
2018 Topps All-Rookie Team Named; NOW Cards Go Up
They made their debut in 1959 and Topps continued the tradition Tuesday with the announcement of the players who’ll get the All-Star Rookie cup on their 2019 baseball cards. You can also snare autographed Topps NOW versions right now. Twelve top newcomers were named to the 2018 Topps MLB All-Star Rookie team, with three teams nabbing two spots apiece. Dual threat … [Read more...]
PSA Hires Head of Japan Office, Announces Plans
The new PSA office in Japan we’ve been telling you about now has a face—and a plan. Scheduled to open this month in Tokyo, the new digs won’t offer on-site grading and authentication but collectors and dealers won’t face language barriers anymore. They’ll be able to drop off or mail their shipments to the office and conduct business via a website created entirely in … [Read more...]
Shohei Ohtani Superfractor Sells for $184,056
He's got a torn UCL but that recent dose of bad news was still A-OK with bidders who chased Shohei Ohtani's most famous American baseball card in an online auction. The 1/1 autographed Superfractor from 2018 Bowman Chrome sold Thursday night for $184,056. There was no immediate word on the identity of the winning bidder but Beckett Media, which facilitated … [Read more...]
eBay Reps Meeting Collectors, Dealers at NSCC
The hobby gets tossed into a time warp of sorts during the National Sports Collectors Convention. It’s the one time of year when avid buyers and sellers turn their attention toward a card show than selling online. At this year’s show in Cleveland, though, eBay is one of the exhibitors. Company representatives have been talking with buyers and sellers, … [Read more...]