What started as a small idea blossomed into an international outpouring of financial support for the family of Dan Wheldon. An eBay auction of sports memorabilia and other items that began last October raised more than $600,000. The money will be placed in a trust established for his family after the two-time Indianapolis 500 winner died from injuries suffered in an accident … [Read more...]
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Dan Wheldon Auction Opens
The Dan Wheldon auction is underway. What began as a small gesture by a fellow IndyCar driver has blossomed into a mammoth--and still growing--event that includes dozens of autographed sports and celebrity memorabilia. The auction raised $35,000 in bids during the first hour. Graham Rahal, a driver with Chip Ganassi Racing didn't know what he was starting when he offered … [Read more...]
Canada’s Sports Hall Seeking $ to Bid on Jersey
On June 22nd the world will learn the ultimate fate of Paul Henderson's iconic 1972 Summit Series hockey jersey, which has recently been placed up for public auction to be sold to the highest bidder. It's currently owned by an American collector but since the jersey went up for sale in the past week Canada's Sports Hall of Fame (CSHOF) has been rallying support in an … [Read more...]
Blackhawks to Wear, Sign Camo Jerseys
The Chicago Blackhawks will warm up with some special jerseys to commemorate Veteran's Day--then sell them. … [Read more...]
A Milestone for Us
A couple of weeks ago, Sports Collectors Daily hit a nice little milestone. We posted our 4,000th piece of content. I get tired just typing that. Most have been stories, but I've tried to keep the Editor's Blog updated at least semi-regularly too. It's been 3 1/2 years now since the site launched and thanks to those of you who found it one way or another, … [Read more...]
