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
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Dodger Stadium 50th Anniversary Will Include Nostalgia, Memorabilia
Things were more than a bit tumultuous at Chavez Ravine in 2011, but there's nothing like a trip down memory lane to put a few smiles back on the faces of fans. The Dodger Stadium 50th Anniversary party will be a year-long event that includes tributes to the great L.A. teams and players of the past, some special giveaways, an autograph event and a special website. The team … [Read more...] about Dodger Stadium 50th Anniversary Will Include Nostalgia, Memorabilia
Sports Pictures Website Launches
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...] about Sports Pictures Website Launches
Part of Cardinals Collection Hitting the Road
Who says big league teams aren't collectors? The St. Louis Cardinals continue to stockpile artifacts from the team's long history for a museum that...well...doesn't exist. Not in physical form anyway, although they have launched a nice Cardinals Museum Website. Now, they're loaning out some of the club's massive collection. A delay in construction of Ballpark Village, … [Read more...] about Part of Cardinals Collection Hitting the Road
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...] about Cardinals’ Museum Website Showcases Team’s History
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...] about Topps Diamond Giveaway Site Back Up
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...] about Ramblings: Diamond Collection Website Still Down, Wax Pack Dare
Chris Chambliss’ 1976 Yankees ALCS Jersey to be Auctioned
The 8D Network will be auctioning five historic New York Yankees game used home jerseys this fall, including the one worn by Chris Chambliss when he won the 1976 pennant for New York with a walk off home run off Kansas City to decide the ’76 ALCS. The term “walk-off” wasn’t even in use then, but now, it is considered one of the most dramatic moments in baseball history, with … [Read more...] about Chris Chambliss’ 1976 Yankees ALCS Jersey to be Auctioned
Terapeak Aims to Help You Sell Smarter on eBay
eBay sellers might be interested in Terapeak, a service that aims to help you create better titles, decide which products to sell, how much to charge for your products and how to maximize tactics to help you make more money. What is Terapeak? Straight from the Terapeak website is this explanation of their service: “Terapeak helps eBay sellers become more profitable, by … [Read more...] about Terapeak Aims to Help You Sell Smarter on eBay
New Sports Memorabilia Auction Venture Will Also Aid Player Charities
The 8D Network, a new auction house specializing in sports memorabilia with a mission of advancing charities supported by athletes, has been launched and is preparing for its inaugural auction this December. The 8D Network comes from the team of professionals who have operated Game Used Universe since 2005, but who have decided to step up their efforts by donating 10% of … [Read more...] about New Sports Memorabilia Auction Venture Will Also Aid Player Charities