Collectors looking for a site devoted strictly to sports pictures and posters have a new resource after the launch of PlayerPictures.com. The website specializes in providing information on collecting photos of athletes, teams, stadiums and other subjects associated with pro and college sports as well as NASCAR. Whether seeking standard 8x10 photos, 16x20 size or even large … [Read more...]
Baseball Event Features Card Show, Road Show, Babe’s Bat
The McClemmy Companies (TMC) of Costa Mesa CA will host the 2012 Baseball EXPO and Sports Memorabilia Road Show at the Anaheim Marriott Hotel on the opening weekend of the 2012 Major League Baseball season. The two day event is scheduled for April 6 & 7, running from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. both days. The EXPO will feature over 100 exhibit booths where baseball and sports … [Read more...]
Cardinals’ Museum Website Showcases Team’s History
Only a handful of franchises can boast a longer, more colorful story than the St. Louis Cardinals. Now, fans and collectors will get a chance to soak up some outstanding baseball history thanks to the debut of the new Cardinals Hall of Fame and Museum website. The site, which just launched this week, showcases the team’s extensive collection of baseball memorabilia, while … [Read more...]
Topps Diamond Giveaway Site Back Up
Collectors have been frustrated with the technical issues plaguing the Topps Diamond Giveaway website but there was good news on Thursday. The site is back up and running properly. Topps apologized for the lack of access but wasn't offering any extension on the deadline to redeem codes from 2011 Series One and Update packs. "We hope that you have enjoyed unlocking your … [Read more...]
Ramblings: Diamond Collection Website Still Down, Wax Pack Dare
by Rich Klein Life has a funny way of changing course. What I had initially intended to write about this week has been delayed by recent events. Fortunately none of those events have to do with South Carolina, tax returns, the recent passing of Joe Paterno or any other really weighty subject. Instead one somewhat personally aggravating subject and one fun topic are on the … [Read more...]
In The Game Canada vs The World Hockey Box Review
by Rich Klein One of the advantages of being a "small' company is being able to insure that you deliver what you promised. In the Game trading cards has, since we have been reviewing their products, created cards with interesting themes and generally ensured that collectors feel satisfied after opening their boxes. The recently released Canada Vs The World hockey product is … [Read more...]
Are You a Coollector? New Site Offers Free Listings, Organizing
You can add another new marketplace for organizing buying, selling and trading collectibles online. Coollectors.com (that's an extra 'o') launched earlier this month, offering its activity free of charge. The site is targeting the general collectors' community as well as professionals looking to expand their collection or to sell collectibles. Several different types of … [Read more...]
Gretzky Rookie Cards Are Focus of New Website
When hockey fans think of greatness on ice, most still immediately think of Wayne Gretzky. Much like other great athletes of his time, the Gretzky sports memorabilia chase will always be a hot one. Now, a new web site has launched, devoted to Gretzky rookie cards. Featuring articles that appeal to collectors and fans alike, GretzkyRookieCard.com also features links to the … [Read more...]
Mistaken Identity: Memory Lane Suing…Memory Lane
For five months now, southern California-based Memory Lane Inc., a long-time sports card and memorabilia auction company has been talking to angry customers. Not their own customers. According to MLI, the voices on the other end of the line are disgruntled patrons of a website using the Memory Lane name for its own nostalgia site. Classmates, Inc., a subsidiary of a large … [Read more...]
1982 Donruss Box Break Yields Pleasant Surprise
We usually review new boxes; however this will be a fun change of pace. On my birthday, I recently opened a 1982 Donruss box. I love opening all kinds of packs but vintage baseball card boxes of any kind are hard to beat. It doesn’t seem like we’re closing in on 30 years since these were first issued. The box was a birthday "gift" from some people I’ve never personally met. … [Read more...]