Nic Wienandt loved sports and like just about every other kid who grew up in the late 1980s and early 90s, he collected sports cards while growing up in northeastern Wisconsin. His career path took him down a couple of different roads but he never thought his old collection would someday launch an entirely new venture, born out of a worldwide … [Read more...] about Wisconsin Shop Owner Turned Rekindled Love of Cards Into a Business
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Massachusetts’ Card Vault Wins Top Hobby Shop Vote
A months long contest to dub one store “America’s Best Card Shop” resulted in a Massachusetts store earning the title. Card Vault, located in Foxborough, MA, right across the street from Gillette Stadium, came out on top after the field was cut to four finalists in June. The contest was spearheaded by Loupe, a live streaming platform for sports card buying and … [Read more...] about Massachusetts’ Card Vault Wins Top Hobby Shop Vote
4 Finalists Named in “America’s Best Card Shop” Contest
It’s all subjective, of course, but the contest to name “America’s Best Card Shop” has its final four. A few months ago, Loupe, Topps, Blowout Cards, All Sports Marketing and PSA launched the contest that offers a cash prize and other perks to the shop that wins. The determining factor isn’t just about who has the most cards. According to Loupe, “entrants … [Read more...] about 4 Finalists Named in “America’s Best Card Shop” Contest
Card Shop Owners Guardedly Optimistic In Wake of Fanatics’ Acquisition of Topps
Guarded optimism. That was the main thought of several hobby shop owners around the country after learning about Fanatics’ acquisition of Topps’ trading card and sports entertainment division. The move, officially announced Tuesday, means the Jacksonville, Florida-based sports merchandise retailer will assume Topps’ current licenses with MLB and the MLBPA almost immediately. … [Read more...] about Card Shop Owners Guardedly Optimistic In Wake of Fanatics’ Acquisition of Topps
Topps, Dave & Adam’s Opening Shop in Cooperstown
Topps, in conjunction with Dave and Adam’s Card World, will open a new flagship retail store in Cooperstown, NY. “Topps by Dave & Adam’s” will open in April of 2022. The company says it “will look to build upon the rich history of the game of baseball within the Cooperstown community and “the shop will provide a new destination for collectors that will be located in the … [Read more...] about Topps, Dave & Adam’s Opening Shop in Cooperstown
Notes: New High-Class Shop Opens; Shootout Over Stolen Cards; Skee Exhibit in Miami, Clemente Museum Open in Puerto Rico
There’s a new hobby shop open in a small community north of New York City. Piece of the Game Sports Cards and Collectibles, a well-known online retailer, has opened what’s being called a “prototype” for future stores the company plans to open in and around the Tri-State area. The 3,100 square-foot shop is located in Wappingers Falls, New York and is operated by David … [Read more...] about Notes: New High-Class Shop Opens; Shootout Over Stolen Cards; Skee Exhibit in Miami, Clemente Museum Open in Puerto Rico
Notes: PA Show Set for October; New Ohio Shop; NFL NFTs, More
The 41st annual Ephrata (PA) Lions Club show returns on Saturday, October 23. Over 70 tables are sold out. The show runs from 8:30 AM to 5 PM at the Ephrata Recreation Center. Former big leaguer John Kruk will sign autographs from 11 AM to 1 PM and there’s a live auction at 2:30. It’s $5 for adults and $1 for kids with proceeds going to local … [Read more...] about Notes: PA Show Set for October; New Ohio Shop; NFL NFTs, More
Notes: 2nd Burglary at Kentucky Shop; WSJ Market Video; Topps Snapshots; More
Wednesday was Jimmy Mahan's birthday but the day ended on a less than happy note. As the owner of the Kentucky Road Show shop in Lexington got ready to call it a day late that night, he was notified of a break-in that had just occurred at the store.It's the second time this year that an after hours burglary has occurred at the shop. Among the items taken around 12:45 … [Read more...] about Notes: 2nd Burglary at Kentucky Shop; WSJ Market Video; Topps Snapshots; More
Notes: Tigers Hope to Trade for Miggy’s 500th; Philly Shops; Busy Artist; Market Talk, More
Miguel Cabrera stands just one more home run away from 500 for his career and the Detroit Tigers are hoping they'll get the ball back if it's caught by a fan in the stands. Tigers Authentics, the team's memorabilia arm, has been procuring and selling some of Cabrera's game-used gear as part of a partnership deal with its veteran player, who's a lock for the Hall of … [Read more...] about Notes: Tigers Hope to Trade for Miggy’s 500th; Philly Shops; Busy Artist; Market Talk, More
‘Gem Mint’ Movie Hits Home With Message For Obsessive Collectors
’Fess up. Card collectors can be obsessive about the hobby. So can dealers. But when obsession begins to wreak havoc with your personal life, how do you sort out what is truly important? That’s the premise behind Gem Mint, a 74-minute independent film produced by Brooklyn, New York, native Uzef Gavrilova that premiered June 1. It is Gavrilova’s second full-length film, … [Read more...] about ‘Gem Mint’ Movie Hits Home With Message For Obsessive Collectors