In a creative melding of sports equipment and memorabilia, Fanatics/Topps has introduced an innovative type of baseball card that incorporates bat knobs into the card design. The company has started producing bats for numerous players with the small images of…...
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Whatnot, recognized for its quick, often five-second live auctions, is now offering a more traditional auction experience with its latest update. The live streaming platform, popular among collectors and sellers, has introduced a new option that allows for au…...
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RMY Auctions' May event presents an intriguing collection of photographs that capture pivotal moments in sports and entertainment history. Among the standout items is a significant black and white photograph from 1948, featuring baseball legends Satchel Paige…...
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As Fanatics/Topps approaches the acquisition of the NBA license in a year and the NFL rights in two years, the company is not slowing down on its sports card production. The plans for an array of card releases were outlined during their recent Industry Confer…...
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A federal judge has dismissed a copyright infringement lawsuit filed against Goldin Auctions, its founder Ken Goldin, Netflix, and the producers of the reality TV show "King of Collectibles." The suit was initiated by former "Survivor" con…...
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As we step into the first two weeks of May 2024, the sports card market is buzzing with a variety of releases across baseball, basketball, golf, and racing. Here’s a detailed breakdown of what collectors can expect during this exciting period, featuring both …...
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In a significant move toward transparency, Fanatics/Topps has enlisted the services of KPMG, a prestigious auditing firm, to conduct a thorough review of its card distribution processes. This initiative, announced by Fanatics Collectibles CEO Mike Mahan at th…...
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Caitlin Clark, a prominent figure from the 2024 WNBA draft class, made a splash in the trading card world as her debut WNBA cards were quickly snapped up on Panini's website. Released on the night of the draft, the cards featured Clark along with other first-…...
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Fanatics is expanding its slate of U.S. events, adding new destinations and formats to its lineup, alongside its upcoming fan fest in New York City. During the Topps Industry Conference in Atlanta, the company detailed plans for its flagship 'FanaticsFest' at…...
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In a move poised to transform the sports card collecting landscape, Topps has announced an extension of the redemption card expiration dates from the typical two years to an unprecedented ten years. This policy shift, applicable to all sports card releases da…...
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The 2023 edition of the Bowman Chrome Platinum Anniversary Baseball series is making waves this spring, blending historic baseball designs with modern collectible elements. This set features a comprehensive collection of 500 cards, with each box promising a w…...
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In a significant operation, U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers in Rochester, NY, have confiscated a substantial amount of counterfeit merchandise, including fake Victor Wembanyama Panini Prizm rookie cards, signaling an ongoing issue with count…...
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A ticket stub from Jackie Robinson's first major league home run game is being auctioned by Heritage Auctions. This rare piece of memorabilia is from the April 18, 1947 game at Ebbets Field, just days after Robinson broke Major League Baseball's color barrier…...
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Mark Green, a former parks director in Columbia City, Indiana, has agreed to a plea deal that may result in a one-year jail sentence and a repayment of $275,000 for using a city credit card to purchase sports cards. The deal is pending judge approval. Mark Gr…...
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Nova Scotia natives, hockey superstar Sidney Crosby and esteemed sports artist Robb Scott, have collaborated for the third time to produce a unique piece of art. This limited edition signed print, resulting from a detailed creative process, is now available f…...
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Jason Patino, attending his first game at Dodger Stadium, caught a milestone home run ball from Shohei Ohtani, setting a new record for the most homers by a Japanese player in the major leagues. Despite offers, Patino has decided to keep the significant piece…...
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Wheatland Auction Services is currently hosting an extensive online auction that includes over 700 diverse lots. This collection features everything from rare vintage cards, like a scarcely distributed early 1950s Wheaties Mickey Mantle card, to modern sports…...
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The Spring Catalog Auction hosted by Robert Edward Auctions culminated in a remarkable total sales figure of $15.4 million. This event was highlighted by the sale of high-grade vintage card sets, a rare Mickey Mantle rookie card, and Michael Jordan's rookie s…...
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