2001 Bowman Baseball
By Jennifer Smeth
The 2001 Bowman Baseball card set is arguably the best modern Bowman set ever produced thanks to rookie cards of Albert Pujols, Justin Morneau and Jose Reyes.
Archive for November, 2011
2001 Bowman Chrome Baseball
By Jennifer Smeth
2001 Bowman Chrome Baseball elevated the Bowman Chrome brand to a whole new level thanks to a phenomenal cast of rookie cards led by Albert Pujols and Ichiro.
2001 Topps Baseball Cards
By Jennifer Smeth
2001 Topps Baseball features a 790-card base set that is highlighted by rookie cards of Ichiro, Jake Peavy, and Travis Hafner.
2002 Bowman Chrome Baseball Cards
By Ryan Cracknell
A stellar rookie crop led by autographs of Joe Mauer and David Wright make 2002 Bowman Chrome Baseball another desirable set. Refractors, X-fractors and Gold Refractors further fuel the chase.
2003 Bowman Chrome Baseball
By Ryan Cracknell
Although not quite the blockbuster as the two previous years, 2003 Bowman Chrome Baseball is still another strong option for rookie card collectors. Key cards include autographs of Hanley Ramirez, Brian McCann and Kevin Youkilis.
2011 Bowman Chrome Baseball
By Ryan Cracknell
2011 Bowman Chrome Baseball details, checklist, product review, card gallery, highlights and other information. Look for one on-card autograph in every box.
2011 In the Game Ultimate Memorabilia 11th Edition Hockey Cards
By Ryan Cracknell
2011 In the Game Ultimate Memorabilia 11th Edition Hockey continues to offer some of the best premium cards on the market. Highlights include cut signature memorabilia cards, sketch cards and six-piece memorabilia cards.
2011 Leaf Muhammad Ali Metal
By Ryan Cracknell
2011 Leaf Muhammad Ali Metal is the second set from the company to celebrate the boxing icon. Each premium pack promises one autograph and an Ali-themed hit. Ali autographs fall one per case.
2011 Leaf Pete Rose Legacy Baseball Cards
By Ryan Cracknell
One of the most unique sets to come out in some time, 2011 Leaf Pete Rose Legacy Baseball includes an autograph from the all-time hits leader in every box. The big draw will be the inscriptions many of the cards have.
2011 Leaf Valiant Draft Baseball Cards
By Ryan Cracknell
Offering eight on-card autographs per pack, 2011 Leaf Valiant Draft Baseball is a prospect-driven release. Cards carry a design reminiscent of the Crusade inserts from the 90s, complete with multiple color parallels.
2011 Leaf Valiant Draft Baseball Short Prints
By Ryan Cracknell
Get the complete list of short prints for 2011 Leaf Valiant Draft Baseball.
2011 Panini Certified Football
By Ryan Cracknell
2011 Certified Football returns with a popular mix of parallels, memorabilia cards and autographs. For the first time in the brand’s history, Freshman Fabric Autographs will feature on-card signatures.
2011 Panini Justin Bieber 2.0 Trading Cards
By Ryan Cracknell
Bieber-mania continues with Panini’s Justin Bieber 2.0. A 100-card base set is complimented by several inserts including stickers, memorabilia cards and autographs.
2011 SP Game-Used Soccer Cards
By Ryan Cracknell
2011 SP Game-Used Soccer marks one of the first high-end soccer sets. Boasting an autograph or memorabilia card plus a numbered rookie in every pack, the limited release includes many premium hits.
2011 Topps Garbage Pail Kids Flashback Series 3 Trading Cards
By Ryan Cracknell
Garbage Pail Kids Flashback Series 3 sees the classic 80s brand return with lots of familiar names and some new spins such as parallels, sketch cards and 3D cards.
2011 Topps Tier One Autographs Gallery and Highlights
By Ryan Cracknell
Boasting two on-card signatures per pack, several 2011 Topps Tier One autographs are seeing lots of action online and high bids. We’ve got highlights and a gallery of retired fan favorites and Hall of Famers.
2011 Topps Update Series Baseball
By Ryan Cracknell
2011 Topps Update Series Baseball cards details, card gallery, highlights, hot auctions, price comparison and other information. The set highlights rookies, traded players and moments from the 2011 season. Two new diamond-themed parallels are introduced.
2011 Upper Deck University of Texas Football
By Ryan Cracknell
Upper Deck’s second school-specific football set, 2011 University of Texas Football celebrates the Long Horns football program from the 1950s to the present. Each box includes one autograph.
2011-12 Panini Certified Hockey
By Ryan Cracknell
2011-12 Panini Certified Hockey offers the first premium hockey set of the season. Each box includes two autographs including one on-card Freshman Signatures rookie.
2011-12 Upper Deck Artifacts Hockey
By Jennifer Smeth
2011-12 Upper Deck Artifacts Hockey card set checklist, product details, card gallery, hobby box price comparisons and more. The early season release boasts one rookie card redemption per box, a short print heavy base set and a slew of memorabilia card inserts.
2012 Bandai ThunderCats Trading Cards
By Ryan Cracknell
ThunderCats, hooo! Bandai is bringing the revamped 80s classic to cardboard with a refreshingly simple release that includes 60 base cards and 12 Holographic Foil cards.
2012 Bowman Baseball Sneak Peek
By Ryan Cracknell
Topps has released a trio of images teasing 2012 Bowman Baseball. Included is the debut of Bowman Black and number one pick Gerrit Cole.
2012 Cult Stuff Military Propaganda & Posters Series 1 Trading Cards
By Ryan Cracknell
Military Propaganda & Posters Series 1 from Cult Stuff is a 36-card factory set that captures some of the most striking WWII artwork. Sketch cards and military memorabilia redemptions are randomly inserted.
2012 Press Pass Racing Cards
By Ryan Cracknell
The new NASCAR season kicks off with 2012 Press Pass Racing cards. The set is highlighted by an upgraded autograph roster that is limited to Sprint Cup Series racers and Danica Patrick.
76 Reasons to Love Collecting Sports Cards
By Ryan Cracknell
Here’s a list of 76 things we love about collecting sports cards.
Black Sabbath Reunion Puts Spotlight on Old Card Sets
By Ryan Cracknell
With Black Sabbath making their much-anticipated reunion announcement, we’ve compiled a list of their trading cards. There’s more than you think.
Deep Thoughts (and Spelling Mistakes) with Pete Rose Autographs
By Ryan Cracknell
The Rose-isms inscribed autographs from 2011 Leaf Pete Rose Legacy Baseball offer some of the most unique signature cards the hobby has ever seen. Check out our card gallery and get full details on the inserts.
Fourth Guilty Plea in Fake Memorabilia Case
By Ryan Cracknell
Another person has pleaded guilty to mail fraud charges connected to fake sports memorabilia. Mitchell Schumacher of MS Auction is the fourth person to enter a guilty plea this week.
Funny Trading Cards Your Mom Wishes She Threw Out
By Ryan Cracknell
Here are a handful of funny trading cards your mom would throw out if she you had them. Sex, drugs and cussing – these cards cover all the bases, even if by accident.
Hot Card Gallery – 2011 Topps Tier One Patch Cards
By Ryan Cracknell
The 2011 Topps Tier One patch cards are some of the most attractive memorabilia cards ever produced. Check out our gallery of some of the highlights.
Is Panini Bringing Back Pacific?
By Paul Lesko
With a new trademark filing, it appears Panini is gearing up to bring back the Pacific name to the hobby.
Ken Griffey Jr. Autographs Announced for Topps Products
By Ryan Cracknell
For the first time, Ken Griffey Jr., will have his first MLB-licensed autograph cards from someone other than Upper Deck. Topps has announced they have signed the hobby favorite.
Law of Cards: Harsh NCAA Rule Threatens Sale of Russell Wilson Card
By Paul Lesko
In Law of Cards, Paul Lesko breaks down the legal issues involved in the University of Wisconsin’s attempts to stop an eBay dealer from selling 2010 Bowman Draft Russell Wilson baseball cards.
Law of Cards: Mickey Mantle in the Middle of Topps vs. Leaf Lawsuit
By Paul Lesko
Topps’ response against Leaf’s counterclaims had all the expected denials. However, the case is raising bigger questions about trading cards possibly entering the public domain.
Law of Cards: Upper Deck Lawsuit Shows Complicated Family Tree
By Paul Lesko
In Law of Cards, Paul Lesko breaks down the Upper Deck family tree to make sense of the UD vs. UD International lawsuit.
Leaf’s Ichiro Suzuki Autographs Are Selling for How Much?
By Ryan Cracknell
The first Ichiro Suzuki autographed baseball cards in seven years are bringing in big bucks, despite not being licensed by either MLB or the MLBPA.
Man on the Moon: Topps Wins First Round in Buzz Aldrin Lawsuit
By Paul Lesko
Topps won a key ruling over Buzz Aldrin in a case brought on by the astronaut for his image being used in 2009 Topps American Heritage: American Heroes Edition.
Movember Classics: A Baseball Card Guide to a Memorable Mustache
By Ryan Cracknell
As men around the world grow Movember mustaches this month to raise money and awareness for prostate cancer, we look at some classic styles immortalized on baseball cards.
Museum Collection Trademark, We Hardly Knew You
By Paul Lesko
Topps has abandoned its pursuit of a trademark for the Museum Collection name. What does this mean for the future of the brand? Paul Lesko delves in.
Press Pass Encourages Collectors to Write to the Troops
By Ryan Cracknell
Press Pass is spearheading a letter-writing campaign for the troops. Collectors who participate will receive a gift certificate and free pack of cards.
The Cam Newton Visual Guide to 2011 Topps Chrome Football
By Ryan Cracknell
Busy busting 2011 Topps Chrome Football and wondering what you’ve pulled? Let Cam Newton and friends take you through this visual guide.
The Walking Dead Autographs Come to Life
By Ryan Cracknell
The Walking Dead autographs gallery and checklist. Key signers include Joe Bernthal and Michael Rooker.
Three Plead Guilty in Fake Sports Memorabilia Case
By Ryan Cracknell
Three of the six men charged with mail fraud last month for selling fake game-used jerseys have entered guilty pleas. Bernard Gernay, Bradley Horne and Jarrod Oldridge each admitted to fraud and face a prison term of up to 20 years.
Tim Tebow Cards Rise After Another Dramatic Win
By Ryan Cracknell
With yet another dramatic victory, Tim Tebow cards are starting to take off once again. We look at some of his key rookie cards, analyzing current pricing trends.
Two Cam Newton Autographed Superfractors Now Available on eBay
By Ryan Cracknell
The Holy Grail of 2011 football cards has surfaced. The Cam Newton 2011 Topps Chrome Autographed Superfractor has been listed on eBay with a massive price tag.
Updated MLB Free Agent Tracker and Hobby Analysis
By Ryan Cracknell
Our 2012 MLB free agent tracker will keep you updated on all the major signings and offer insight on how it will impact players’ baseball card and memorabilia values.
Upper Deck Sues Wife of Upper Deck International CEO
By Paul Lesko
Just when you thought Upper Deck vs. Upper Deck International couldn’t get any more bizarre, it has. The wife of UDI CEO Nico Blauw has been brought into the fight.
Who Made the 2011 Topps All-Star Rookie Team?
By Ryan Cracknell
The 2011 Topps All-Star Rookie Team has been announced. Who will have the iconic rookie cup trophy on the front of their 2012 Topps Baseball card?
Win a Rare Steve Jobs Gold Card from Entrepreneur Heroes
By Ryan Cracknell
Win a rare Steve Jobs Entrepreneur Heroes trading card and more by entering The Cardboard Connection’s latest contest.
