The Topps Major League Rookie All-Star team began in 1959 with Willie McCovey being the first of 18 future Hall of Famers named to the squad (others include Johnny Bench, Rod Carew, Gary Carter, Andre Dawson, Carlton Fisk, Paul Molitor, Joe Morgan, Eddie Murray, Tony Perez, Kirby Puckett, Jim Rice, Cal Ripken, Ryne Sandberg, Ron Santo, Tom Seaver, Ozzie Smith and Billy … [Read more...] about Tradition: Topps Names All Rookie Team
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Potato Chips and Baseball Cards a Long Running Hit in Japan
It's hard to find a North American equivalent of CalBee. The Japanese snack maker wrapped its arms around baseball cards almost 40 years ago--and they're still inserting them into packs. Topps may have been around longer, but as a 'food issue', they stand alone. CalBee's "Professional Baseball Chips" sets have been a favorite of those who collect Japanese baseball … [Read more...] about Potato Chips and Baseball Cards a Long Running Hit in Japan
2012 Bowman Baseball Box Break
by Rich Klein In the years I've been writing these reviews. Bowman has always produced certain elements in every box I have opened. One, there has been exactly one duplicate card in just about all of the boxes I have opened. When you realize the odds of receiving all different cards in any box are in your favor, it gives you more confidence that there is a good chance of … [Read more...] about 2012 Bowman Baseball Box Break