The autograph pavilion at the 44th annual 2012 Chicago Sun-Times Sports Collectible Convention will mimic the world's busiest airport that sits just a short drive away. More than 90 autograph signers will try to get clearance to land inside the Stephens Convention Center between Friday night and Sunday afternoon. The show, set to run March 16-18, will have stars, Hall of … [Read more...] about 44th Annual Sun-Times Spring Card Show Guest List Set
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Philly Show Postponed Until June
One of the hobby's largest regular shows is being pushed back. The March edition of the Philly Show, originally scheduled for next month at the Valley Forge Convention Center, has been postponed because of construction delays. The Convention Center has experienced delays with the construction of a new casino on the grounds and according to the show's sponsor, Hunt Auctions, … [Read more...] about Philly Show Postponed Until June
Autograph Signers Announced for NSCC
Tri-Star Productions has announced the initial group of autograph guests for the 33rd Annual National Sports Collectors Convention, August 1-5 in Baltimore. While dozens of athletes past and present will be on the final list as the show approaches, the first wave includes some familiar names from the show circuit. Among the confirmed bookings are numerous Hall of Famers … [Read more...] about Autograph Signers Announced for NSCC
Back From Show, Man’s Memorabilia Pilfered
An Ohio man who had just returned from a card show in the Cleveland area last Saturday afternoon had more than $6,000 worth of cards, jerseys, autographs and other items stolen from the trunk of his car, according to police in Solon. Police say the man apparently made the mistake of keeping the trunk of his car open while he took his dog for a walk. It happened in broad … [Read more...] about Back From Show, Man’s Memorabilia Pilfered
‘Ball Boys’ is ABC’s Swing at Sports Memorabilia Reality TV
We are about to witness the Battle of the Sports Memorabilia Reality Shows. Just a few days after Discovery released information on its All Star Dealers series featuring the boys from Grey Flannel Auctions, ABC-TV offered details on its own production, set to debut a month later. From the producers of cable's top rated "Pawn Stars," "Ball Boys" follows the sports … [Read more...] about ‘Ball Boys’ is ABC’s Swing at Sports Memorabilia Reality TV
Dentist’s Stuff Stolen; Crooks Try Selling it Back to Him
He's been sort of a 'dentist to the stars'. Dr. Bill Strupp might also have a future on a crime show. The tale of how he got his autographed sports memorabilia back is full of guts, cunning and tenacity. It also makes a great 'dumb crooks' story. The two men on your left are in jail thanks to Strupp and Clearwater, Fla., cops. Strupp and his partner in the dental … [Read more...] about Dentist’s Stuff Stolen; Crooks Try Selling it Back to Him
All Star Dealers Reality Show Premier Set for Jan. 24
The sports memorabilia industry goes prime time later this month when Discovery Channel launches its new show "All Star Dealers", a reality-type show centered around the doings of Grey Flannel Auctions. The network released a couple of video clips from upcoming shows on Thursday. Premiering January 24 at 9 p.m. eastern time, the show bills itself as "SportsCenter meets … [Read more...] about All Star Dealers Reality Show Premier Set for Jan. 24
Abdul-Jabbar Headlines Spring 2012 Sun-Times Show
For many years he was a reluctant autograph signer, but Kareem Abdul-Jabbar is stepping up to the line as one of the featured autograph guests at the 44th Chicago Sun-Times Sports Card Show in March. Abdul-Jabbar, Celtics great John Havlicek, former Piston and Bull Dennis Rodman and Globetrotter great Meadowlark Lemon will be among the basketball signers. Young NFL stars … [Read more...] about Abdul-Jabbar Headlines Spring 2012 Sun-Times Show
Hobby Pioneer Goodwin Goldfaden Dies at 97
Sports collecting has lost one of its earliest devotees with the death of Goodwin Goldfaden. The long-time operator of a sports book and memorabilia shop in southern California, died Sunday at age 97. Born in Cleveland, Goldfaden and his brother began buying sports publications in the 1920s. He moved west in 1947 and eventually opened Adco Sports Book Exchange … [Read more...] about Hobby Pioneer Goodwin Goldfaden Dies at 97
Albany Card Show Still Ticking
Not many card shows born in the 1970s are still around; especially not those held in hotel conference rooms. The Albany, N.Y. show, held each month at the Ramada Inn, is an exception. Dealers carrying everything from vintage singles to modern inserts to autographed items and a variety of memorabilia set up shop and cater to a regular clientele of several dozen people along … [Read more...] about Albany Card Show Still Ticking