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Panini Brings Back Patrick Mahomes Autographs in 2025 NFL Trading Card Line


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  • April 23, 2025, 12:58 am

Panini Brings Back Patrick Mahomes Autographs in 2025 NFL Trading Card Line


Mahomes Returns to Panini Packs with New Autographed Cards for 2025 Patrick Mahomes is once again teaming up with Panini America—and collectors couldn’t be more thrilled. For the first time in five years, new autographed cards from the Kansas City Chiefs quar…...

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Thrift Store Miracle: Kentucky Man Scores Rare Baseball Cards and Yogi Berra Autograph for $20


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  • April 23, 2025, 12:33 am

Thrift Store Miracle: Kentucky Man Scores Rare Baseball Cards and Yogi Berra Autograph for $20


A Collector’s Dream Come True in the Middle of a Goodwill Aisle Christopher Kidney wasn’t expecting much when he stopped into his local Goodwill in Flemingsburg, Kentucky. Maybe a vintage jersey, a dusty record, or a forgotten paperback. What he found instead…...

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Why Sports Collecting Isn’t Just About Cards Anymore—and That’s a Good Thing


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  • April 22, 2025, 12:44 am

Why Sports Collecting Isn’t Just About Cards Anymore—and That’s a Good Thing


The Hobby Has Grown Up—and It’s Way More Than Just Cardboard Now What started as a pandemic-time hobby for many has blossomed into something way bigger than expected. While trading cards got a lot of people back into collecting—whether it was chasing rookies …...

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Ray Allen Joins the Hobby as Collector with Upper Deck Exquisite Dual Logoman Purchase


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  • April 18, 2025, 7:48 pm

Ray Allen Joins the Hobby as Collector with Upper Deck Exquisite Dual Logoman Purchase


NBA Hall of Famer Ray Allen recently made waves in the trading‑card community by acquiring his own Upper Deck Exquisite Dual Logoman Card. Shared via Instagram, the post shows Allen proudly holding the ultra‑premium card, which features authentic patches from…...

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San Antonio Hobby Shop Owner Faces 100% Supply Cost Increase, Announces Price Hike


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  • April 17, 2025, 7:23 pm

San Antonio Hobby Shop Owner Faces 100% Supply Cost Increase, Announces Price Hike


Collectors and hobbyists across the Alamo City are preparing for sticker shock as Boomtown Sports Cards and Pokéshop prepares to adjust its prices. On Thursday, April 17, owner Vic Nava took to Facebook to explain why orders placed on or after Friday, April 1…...

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Panini America Locks in Exclusive Arch Manning Memorabilia Partnership


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  • April 16, 2025, 7:53 pm

Panini America Locks in Exclusive Arch Manning Memorabilia Partnership


Panini America has expanded its collaboration with University of Texas quarterback Arch Manning, announcing an exclusive, multi‑year deal to produce officially autographed memorabilia. This marks Manning’s first foray into licensed collectibles beyond trading…...

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2025 MLB Rookie of the Year Contenders: Essential Cards to Watch


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  • April 16, 2025, 7:30 pm

2025 MLB Rookie of the Year Contenders: Essential Cards to Watch


As another MLB season kicks off, a fresh wave of talent is poised to capture the attention of both baseball fans and card collectors. Last year’s breakout rookies—Paul Skenes, Jackson Merrill, Jackson Chourio and Wyatt Langford—skyrocketed in value almost ove…...

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Topps Introduces 1-of-1 Autographed WWE Patch Cards for WrestleMania & Main Roster Debuts


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  • April 15, 2025, 7:57 pm

Topps Introduces 1-of-1 Autographed WWE Patch Cards for WrestleMania & Main Roster Debuts


Topps is pushing the boundaries of sports‑entertainment collectibles with two ultra‑premium, one‑of‑one autograph patch card releases. Courtesy of Fanatics’ Clay Luraschi, these new sets channel the excitement of WrestleMania and the thrill of a superstar’s f…...

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Unpacking 2025 Topps Tribute Baseball: Hits, Highlights & Hobby Essentials


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  • April 15, 2025, 7:43 pm

Unpacking 2025 Topps Tribute Baseball: Hits, Highlights & Hobby Essentials


The 2025 Topps Tribute Baseball release continues its reputation as one of the season’s premier high‑end offerings. Packed with premium autographs, game‑used memorabilia and a thoughtfully curated base set, Tribute brings together today’s stars and the legend…...

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Topps Secures Exclusive Autograph & Memorabilia Rights with Francisco Lindor


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  • April 14, 2025, 8:02 pm

Topps Secures Exclusive Autograph & Memorabilia Rights with Francisco Lindor


Topps and four‑time All‑Star shortstop Francisco Lindor have agreed to an exclusive partnership that brings his pack‑pulled autographs back to hobby boxes for the first time since 2020—and for the first time ever showcasing him in a New York Mets uniform. The…...

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OtiaSports Doubles Down on Whatnot with New Channel Featuring 400+ Hot Singles & Galaxy Rip Packs


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  • April 13, 2025, 8:18 pm

OtiaSports Doubles Down on Whatnot with New Channel Featuring 400+ Hot Singles & Galaxy Rip Packs


Live‑break giant OtiaSports is expanding its Whatnot empire, unveiling a second channel that spotlights over 400 of the hobby’s most coveted singles alongside its legendary Galaxy Rip Packs. As one of the platform’s top breakers and the reigning leader in mul…...

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The T206 Wagner Makes Another Auction House Appearance—This Time at Mile High


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  • April 11, 2025, 1:41 am

The T206 Wagner Makes Another Auction House Appearance—This Time at Mile High


Mile High Card Company has officially rolled out the red carpet for one of baseball’s most elusive and recognizable artifacts: the T206 Honus Wagner. The card, often dubbed the crown jewel of sports collectibles, has re-entered the spotlight as the marquee it…...

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Cooper Flagg’s 1/1 Superfractor Auto Pulled from Bowman Chrome U in North Carolina


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  • April 10, 2025, 1:49 am

Cooper Flagg’s 1/1 Superfractor Auto Pulled from Bowman Chrome U in North Carolina


Collectors didn’t have to wait long for the biggest hit from 2024-25 Bowman Chrome University Basketball to be pulled. Just a week after release, the most coveted card in the set—the Cooper Flagg one-of-one Superfractor autograph—was hit during a personal cas…...

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2025 Donruss Baseball Packs in Prospects, Parallels, and Throwback Vibes


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  • April 10, 2025, 1:45 am

2025 Donruss Baseball Packs in Prospects, Parallels, and Throwback Vibes


Donruss Baseball is back for the 2025 season, bringing with it a wide-ranging checklist, vibrant insert designs, and a healthy dose of nostalgia. Known for its “something for everyone” approach, this year’s release leans heavily into prospects and retired gre…...

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First Look at 2025 Bowman Baseball: A Collector’s Guide to This Year’s Prospect Powerhouse


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  • April 9, 2025, 1:25 am

First Look at 2025 Bowman Baseball: A Collector’s Guide to This Year’s Prospect Powerhouse


Each spring, the release of Bowman Baseball marks a major event in the collecting calendar, and the 2025 edition is no exception. Widely recognized as the go-to product for prospecting, this year’s release keeps the tradition alive with the signature blend of…...

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PSA Extends Turnaround Times, Raises TCG Bulk Pricing Amid Ongoing Grading Surge


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  • April 8, 2025, 2:01 am

PSA Extends Turnaround Times, Raises TCG Bulk Pricing Amid Ongoing Grading Surge


Collectors sending cards to PSA are facing a longer wait and a higher bill. Professional Sports Authenticator announced new changes to both service times and pricing this week, marking the second such adjustment in 2024 as submission volume continues to climb…...

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LeBron James Gets the Barbie Treatment with First-Ever Athlete Ken Doll


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  • April 8, 2025, 1:57 am

LeBron James Gets the Barbie Treatment with First-Ever Athlete Ken Doll


Barbie is breaking new ground with the debut of a LeBron James Ken doll, created in collaboration with the LeBron James Family Foundation. The release marks a major milestone for the iconic toy brand, as it’s the first time a professional athlete has been tur…...

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$250,000 Autograph Scam Exposes Major Flaws in the Memorabilia Market


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  • April 8, 2025, 1:54 am

$250,000 Autograph Scam Exposes Major Flaws in the Memorabilia Market


For nearly a decade, Anthony J. Tremayne operated in the shadows of the sports memorabilia industry, selling forged autographs to unsuspecting collectors while hiding behind polished websites and fake certificates. His operation, which stretched from 2010 to …...

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