Unique Lou Gehrig Sketch Card Raises Funds for ALS
By Ryan Cracknell
A new Lou Gehrig sketch card by industry veteran, Chris Henderson, is raising money for ALS. Find out how you can win this unique card.
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UPDATE – 2012 Bowman Baseball Wrapper Redemption Program Offers Exclusive Refractors
By Ryan Cracknell
One man’s trash is someone else’s Blue Wave Refractor. That’s the case with the 2012 Bowman Baseball wrapper redemption program. Collectors can send in their empty wrappers for packs of exclusive Blue Wave Refractors. Get complete details on how to get your free cards from Topps.
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 Back in Baseball with MLBPA License
By Ryan Cracknell
Upper Deck is back in the business that got them started. The company has signed a license with the MLBPA with 2013 Fleer Retro Baseball being their first set under the deal.
Vintage Topps Hank Aaron Baseball Cards Showcase Gallery and Checklist
By Ryan Cracknell
See every vintage Topps Hank Aaron card produced between 1954 and 1976. Get a full visual checklist and buying guide for every base and subset Hank Aaron card released during his playing career.
Vintage Willie Mays Baseball Card Timeline: 1951-1974
By Ryan Cracknell
Take a journey through Willie Mays’ career through baseball cards. See all the base set Bowman and Topps Willie Mays cards released between 1951 and 1974.
Virtual Card Show: Joe Mauer Baseball Cards
By Brett Lewis
From his mythical 2002 Bowman Chrome Facsimile Auto to a 2011 Topps Baseball One-of-One All-Star Game Letterman, we present 55 of the coolest cards to have recently passed through eBay featuring the face of the Twins, who will also be the face of MLB 11:The Show (2-peat).
Visual History of Topps Baseball Wrappers – 1951-2011
By Ryan Cracknell
Trace 60 years of Topps Baseball wrapper history with our comprehensive visual guide. Includes a wrapper sample from every year from 1951 to 2011.
Visual History of Upper Deck Baseball Cards from 1989 to 2010
By Ryan Cracknell
When 1989 Upper Deck burst onto the scene, the hobby was changed forever. Chart the company’s evolution with a gallery of all the Upper Deck Baseball designs from 1989 to 2010.
Vlad the Hall of Famer! Top Vladimir Guerrero Cards to Collect
By Matt Flaten
One of the most feared hitters of the era, Vladimir Guerrero was respected by players and beloved by fans. Take a look at some of his best cards from his storied career, largely spent with the Montreal Expos and LA Angels.
Want to Own Don Larsen’s 1956 World Series Perfect Game Jersey?
By Ryan Cracknell
The jersey Don Larsen wore to throw is historic Perfect Game in the 1956 World Series hits the auction block October 17. Get preliminary auction details, photos of the jersey and photo matching used to authenticate the piece.
Washington Nationals Rookie Card Guide – 2012 MLB Postseason Edition
By Ryan Cracknell
The Washington Nationals are in the postseason for the first time since relocating from Montreal. Get complete rookie card checklists for all of their starting players, including Bryce Harper.
What Are the Most Valuable 2012 Topps Tribute Baseball Cards?
By Ryan Cracknell
Autographs of Yu Darvish, Ken Griffey Jr, Matt Moore and Hank Aaron all rank among the top 10 most valuable 2012 Topps Tribute cards based on realized eBay sales.
What Are the Top Selling 2012 Bowman Baseball Cards?
By Ryan Cracknell
We track the top 15 2012 Bowman Baseball opening week eBay sales. Superfractors, low-numbered Refractor parallels and any cards with Yu Darvish have been hot. In total, 11 cards sold for more than $1,000 during the first seven days of the set’s official release.
What Are the Top Selling 2012 Topps Series 2 Baseball Cards?
By Ryan Cracknell
We track the top 10 2012 Topps Series 2 Baseball opening week eBay sales. Bryce Harper and Yu Darvish autographs rule the list.
What Are the Top Selling 2012 Topps Tier One Baseball Cards?
By Ryan Cracknell
We track the top 10 2012 Tier One Baseball opening week eBay sales. Bat Knob cards and low-numbered autographs lead the way. In total, six cards sold for more than $1,000 during the first seven days of the set’s official release.
What Case Breakers Need to Know About Early 2013 Topps Baseball Sets
By brentandbecca
What can case breakers expect from early 2013 Topps baseball card products? This in-depth guide includes a look at what’s new, what’s changed and what’s been dropped from products scheduled for release during the first half of the 2013 season.
What Is Going on with the 2015 Topps Derek Jeter Card?
By Ryan Cracknell
The hobby sees some strange things — like a 2015 Topps Derek Jeter base card selling for $100 (and being paid for). Just don’t expect the one you have to get that much.
What to Expect for the 2013 Topps Heritage Baseball Error Variations
By Ryan Cracknell
As usual, 2013 Topps Heritage includes a handful of error variations. We look back to 1964 Topps Baseball to predict what these might be and point you in the direction of what to search for.
What You Need to Know and Expect with 2012 Topps Gypsy Queen Baseball
By brentandbecca
brentandbecca breaks down what collectors and breakers can expect from 2012 Topps Gypsy Queen Baseball. Includes an in-depth analysis of what’s returning and what’s new as the brand enters its second year.
What’s Hot in 2012 Bowman Chrome Baseball?
By Ryan Cracknell
Browse a real-time list of the 50 hottest 2012 Bowman Chrome Baseball card singles.
What’s Hot in 2012 Bowman Platinum Baseball?
By Ryan Cracknell
We track the top 15 early 2012 Bowman Platinum Baseball eBay sales. Bryce Harper and Yu Darvish dominate with several low-numbered autographs and parallels.
What’s Hot in 2012 Topps Allen & Ginter Baseball?
By Ryan Cracknell
We track the top 15 2012 Topps Allen & Ginter Baseball opening week eBay sales. Autographs and Rip Cards dominate the list. Hot players include Ken Griffey Jr, Mike Trout and Sandy Koufax.
What’s in the Cards for the 2012 MLB First Round Draft Picks?
By Ryan Cracknell
Twenty of the first 31 picks in the 2012 MLB Draft had baseball cards available before they were drafted. We look at highlights for all the first round picks, breaking down the best cards to own right now.
What’s in the Cards for Top 2013 MLB Draft Picks
By Ryan Cracknell
Plenty of baseball’s top 2013 draft picks already have a presence in the hobby. We break down the first round of the draft and highlight some of the baseball cards already available.
When 10,000 Was Rare – 1991 Donruss Elite Baseball
By Ryan Cracknell
Believe it or not, there was a time when print runs of 10,000 were considered the rarest of the rare. Behold the ground-breaking 1991 Donruss Baseball Elite inserts.
Who Else Wants a T206 Honus Wagner? The Holy Grail Hits eBay
By Ryan Cracknell
Got a little over $350,000 kicking around? If you do, you could land yourself a T206 Honus Wagner on eBay.
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?
Whoa, Bundy! 5 Dylan Bundy Cards to Kick Off Your Collection
By Ryan Cracknell
Fresh off his call-up to the Baltimore Orioles, we look at 5 of the best Dylan Bundy baseball cards currently on the market.
Why Some Topps Baseball Sets Are Missing Card 7
By Ryan Cracknell
Missing #7 in your recent Topps Baseball sets? That’s okay. The cards don’t exist. Find out why the cards are missing and which sets have been impacted by the decision.
Wil Myers Named 2013 Bowman Lucky Redemption 5
By Ryan Cracknell
WIl Myers has been named the fifth 2013 Bowman Baseball Lucky Redemption.
Wild Things: 2014 Topps Archives Major League Autographs and Inserts
By Ryan Cracknell
Get a detailed look at the 2014 Topps Archives Major League inserts and autographs. Includes full set info, image gallery, checklist and more.
Will Ferrell Autographs in 2015 Topps Archives Baseball
By Ryan Cracknell
When Will Ferrell suited up for ten teams in one Spring Training day, a lot of collectors instantly hoped to see the actor appear on cards. It’s happening in 2015 Topps Archives Baseball with ten different autographs.
Will Middlebrooks and Trevor Bauer Autographed Rookie Cards on the Way
By Ryan Cracknell
Topps has confirmed several upcoming autograph cards for Will Middlebrooks, Trevor Bauer and Anthony Rizzo. Get details on which sets.
Willie Mays Deal Formally Announced by Topps
By Ryan Cracknell
Willie Mays is back with Topps. His first autographs under the deal will be in 2012 Topps Series 1 Baseball and 2012 Topps Tribute Baseball.
Willie Mays Rookie Cards Checklist and Buying Guide
By Rob Bertrand
Willie Mays is an MLB legend and the Willie Mays rookie cards are a hobby favorite. Check out the official rookie and other key choices for Mays.
Window Shopping with 2012 Topps Tier One Prodigious Patches
By Ryan Cracknell
Most collectors would agree that jumbo patch cards are worth swooning over. Here are more than 20 different 2012 Topps Tier One Prodigious Patches that prove that point.
World Series Rings Collecting Guide and MLB World Champions Ring Gallery
By Trey Treutel
World Series rings are symbolic of baseball’s ultimate crown. View our comprehensive guide to World Series rings, including images of each championship ring.
Yasiel Puig Cards and Autographs on the Way from Topps and Panini
By Ryan Cracknell
Fresh off his MLB debut, Yasiel Puig cards are hot. But there aren’t a lot of them out there, especially with Puig in his Dodgers uniform. But that will change in the weeks and months ahead.
Yasiel Puig Cards Soar During Wild First Week with the Dodgers
By Ryan Cracknell
Prices of Yasiel Puig baseball cards have soared during his amazing first week with the Los Angeles Dodgers. See just how much as we break down sales of several key cards in the weeks leading up to his call-up and after one week in the majors.
Yasiel Puig Rookie Cards Checklist and Guide
By Ryan Cracknell
One of the most exciting baseball rookies in years, Yasiel Puig cards have lit a fire in the hobby. Get an in-depth look at all of his rookie cards with this comprehensive guide.
Yasiel Puig Signs Autograph Deal with Panini, Slated to Appear at 2013 National
By Ryan Cracknell
Yasiel Puig is headed to the 2013 National Sports Collectors Convention courtest of Panini. After signing the Dodgers phenom to an autographed memorabilia deal, Panini announced he’d be a guest and sign autographs at their VIP party.
Yasiel Puig Signs Exclusive Autograph Deal with Topps
By Ryan Cracknell
Get ready for more Yasiel Puig autograph cards. Topps has signed the young Dodgers star to an exclusive deal.
Yasiel Puig Superfractor Surfaces, Seller Asking $30,000
By Ryan Cracknell
The 2013 Bowman Yasiel Puig Superfractor Mini Card has surfaced. And the seller isn’t holding back on the asking price. Get details on the card and its eBay listing.
Yasiel Puig, Jose Fernandez and Wil Myers Lead 2013 Topps Rookie All-Star Team
By Ryan Cracknell
Yasiel Puig, Jose Fernandez and Wil Myers are among the players named to the 2013 Topps Rookie All-Star Team. Check out the full roster of players who will have the rookie cup added to their flagship 2014 Topps Baseball cards.
Yoenis Cespedes Autographs Coming From Topps
By Ryan Cracknell
Fresh off signing Yu Darvish to an exclusive deal, Topps has announced they’ve also added Yoenis Cespedes to the fold. The Oakland outfielder will have autographs in several sets this year beginning with 2012 Bowman Baseball.
You Know Refractors, But How About Japan-Fractors?
By Ryan Cracknell
Since their debut in 1993, the number of Refractors have continued to grow. Debuting in 2012 Bowman Sterling Baseball, Japan-Fractors are the latest.
Yu Darvish and Yoenis Cespedes Autographs Added to 2012 Topps Golden Giveaway
By Ryan Cracknell
The pot has been sweetened for the 2012 Topps Golden Giveaway. Yu Darvish and Yoenis Cespedes autographs have been added to the mix. Find out how you may be able to get one of the limited die-cut cards.
Yu Darvish Autographs Coming Exclusively in Topps Products
By Ryan Cracknell
Yu Darvish has signed an exclusive autograph card deal with Topps. Find out which 2012 sets the Rangers’ pitching sensation will sign for 2012.
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