The season is but a memory now, but for hockey card collectors, it's always game time. Upper Deck has released 2010-11 Ultimate Collection Hockey, promising a trio of hits per pack. “Ultimate Collection Hockey remains one of our most sought-after releases every year,” said Josh Zusman, Upper Deck’s Hockey brand manager. “And this year’s ‘ultimate formula’ of getting one … [Read more...] about Upper Deck Launches 2010-11 Ultimate Collection Hockey
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Blowout Countersuing Upper Deck Over Distribution Policy
Frontline Collectibles, the parent company of online trading card retailer Blowout Cards, filed suit against The Upper Deck Company on Wednesday, accusing the California manufacturer of intentionally harming its business and hurting collectors who want to shop around for the best prices. Frontline/Blowout is asking for compensatory and other damages for violations of the … [Read more...] about Blowout Countersuing Upper Deck Over Distribution Policy
Upper Deck NSCC Show Plans: Redemptions, Autograph Giveaways, Displays
A special six-card, VIP-emblazoned cello-wrapped set from Upper Deck will be available to all show attendees who show their VIP passes to The National Sports Collectors Convention. The player lineup for this takeaway includes Michael Jordan, Wayne Gretzky, Sidney Crosby, LeBron James, Bobby Orr and Landon Donovan. During each public day of the show – Thursday through … [Read more...] about Upper Deck NSCC Show Plans: Redemptions, Autograph Giveaways, Displays
Editor’s Blog: A Collection of Baseball Stories
With the National Sports Collectors Convention now just three weeks away, you can bet there are folks out there, gathering their cards and memorabilia together in hopes of turning them into cash in Chicago. Walk-ins aren't quite as common these days as they once were, especially when it comes to childhood collections from decades gone by. But...it happens. A couple of … [Read more...] about Editor’s Blog: A Collection of Baseball Stories
Court Case Offers Insight into Players’ Card Co. Autograph Deals
The amount of endorsement money paid to athletes who compete in the United States but live overseas is under constant scrutiny by the Internal Revenue Service. Those payouts include income from trading card deals and a recent decision by the U.S. Tax Court could have implications for foreign players in every sport. Pro golfer Retief Goosen challenged the IRS' method for … [Read more...] about Court Case Offers Insight into Players’ Card Co. Autograph Deals
Panini Touts Mavericks Championship Card Set
It helps when the NBA champions live in your backyard. Panini workers zipped over to the Dallas Mavericks victory parade on Thursday, armed with flyers promoting the company's new NBA championship trading cards. Like their rivals at Upper Deck, who announced plans for a Boston Bruins championship set, Panini will create a special set honoring the new champs of pro … [Read more...] about Panini Touts Mavericks Championship Card Set
Derek Jeter Collectibles Rush Begins
by Bob Krause It may seem like not that long ago when his face was popping up on rookie cards but truth is, it's going on 20 years now since "the franchise" was drafted by a Yankee franchise in need of a boost. His rookie cards and memorabilia have always been in demand but as he closes in on 3,000 hits, Derek Jeter collectibles are picking up steam. No matter if it's a … [Read more...] about Derek Jeter Collectibles Rush Begins
2011 Upper Deck Legendary Cuts Baseball Released
Upper Deck has released its first baseball-themed trading card set since January 2010. 2011 SP Legendary Cuts Baseball continues one of the company's most popular lines. The high-end product is focused on autographs of past and present players. “We’re extremely excited about this particular release,” said Grant Sandground, Upper Deck’s product manager. “Collectors … [Read more...] about 2011 Upper Deck Legendary Cuts Baseball Released
Jordan Signing Lots of Autos For Upper Deck
Upper Deck announced plans for its 2011 All Time Greats Basketball product on Wednesday. The checklist features only twenty different athletes, but is heavy on big names and includes one Michael Jordan autograph for every six boxes. The company is promising a "limited production run" and hasn't released pricing information but one can reasonably expect they won't be … [Read more...] about Jordan Signing Lots of Autos For Upper Deck
Upper Deck Cuts Up Vintage Comics for Marvel Beginnings
Comic book collectors are now wrestling with the same concept that's driven a wedge between sports card fans. Memorabilia cards have come to the non-sports card world with the release of Marvel Beginnings Series One. The Upper Deck product hit stores this week and the ultimate chase cards in the boxes are "Ultimate Panel Focus" cards that feature a panel from a rare, but … [Read more...] about Upper Deck Cuts Up Vintage Comics for Marvel Beginnings