10 Amazing Ways to Decorate the Ultimate Sports-Themed Man Cave
By Ryan Cracknell
Transform any room into the ultimate sports-themed man cave with these 10 hand-picked items.
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Sports Card, Memorabilia, and Trading Card Guides, How To Tutorials, Tips, and Other Resources for Collectors.
10 Insert Sets that Changed the Way We Collect
By Ryan Cracknell
Just like in life, some trading card sets are followers and some are leaders. Here are 10 influential insert sets that have changed the hobby and the way we collect.
10 Most Forged Celebrity and Historical Autographs
By Ryan Cracknell
Elvis Presley and The Beatles lead PSA/DNA’s list of the most forged entertainment and historical autographs. Get a full breakdown of the 10 most dangerous signatures in pop culture.
10 New Year’s Resolutions for Sports Card Collectors
By Ryan Cracknell
Start the new year off with collecting resolutions that will help you get more satisfaction from your collection. Follow these steps and you’re guaranteed to have a more focused, organized and enjoyable collection.
10 Simple Steps to a Better Sports Card Collection
By Ryan Cracknell
Want to build a better sports card collection? Here are 10 easy ways to do it and have more fun collecting.
10 Steps to a Successful Sports Card Case Break
By brentandbecca
Learn to bust cases like a pro and have fun doing it with our comprehensive and easy-to-follow guide. Includes insider tips and practical suggestions to ensure your next case break goes as smoothly as possible.
15 Amazing LeRoy Neiman Sports Paintings
By Ryan Cracknell
With the passing of LeRoy Neiman, the sports world has lost one of its greats. He didn’t hold any titles or win any championships but his work is just as iconic as a Michael Jordan dunk or Babe Ruth’s home run trot. We honor LeRoy Neiman’s legacy with a gallery of 15 iconic sports paintings.
16 Sports Food Endorsements for True Collectors
By Ryan Cracknell
Remember the Ken Griffey Jr. chocolate bar? How about Pro Stars cereal commercials starring Wayne Gretzky and his golden locks? We look at 16 athlete-endorsed foods and snacks.
2016 Chicago Cubs World Series Champions Memorabilia Guide
By Trey Treutel
They did it! The Chicago Cubs are the 2016 World Series champs! Celebrate the occasion with some championship apparel or memorabilia.
2016 Topps Heritage Minor League Baseball Variations Guide
By Trey Treutel
Although they are not as plentiful as other releases, 2016 Topps Heritage Minor League Baseball has a few variations to track down. Know how to spot them with our detailed guide.
2017 Houston Astros World Series Champions Memorabilia Guide
By Trey Treutel
Let the celebration begin as the Houston Astros are the 2017 World Series Champions! See some popular memorabilia and apparel options to mark the occasion in our detailed guide.
2017 National Sports Collectors Convention Guide
By Trey Treutel
Check out the full details for the 2017 National Sports Collectors Convention, including ticket info, autograph signers and exclusive cards. The event runs from July 26 to July 30 just outside of Chicago.
2017-18 Topps Chrome Champions League Variations Guide
By Trey Treutel
Easily identify the short prints with our 2017-18 Topps Chrome Champions League variations checklist and gallery. The soccer set includes Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo.
2018 Boston Red Sox World Series Champions Memorabilia Guide
By Trey Treutel
The Boston Red Sox are the 2018 World Series Champions! Check out some of the best items to commemorate their latest MLB title.
2018 Bowman Big League Breakthrough Baseball Cards Checklist
By Trey Treutel
Thanks to 2018 Bowman Big League Breakthrough, when top prospects make their MLB debut, you win! Find out full details for the retail-only promo set.
2018 Donruss Baseball Variations Guide
By Trey Treutel
The 2018 Donruss Baseball variations go big with a huge increase in the options. Be ready to identify them all with our complete guide.
2018 Donruss Racing Variations Guide and Gallery
By Trey Treutel
Catch NASCAR fever with the 2018 Donruss Racing variations! Spot them all using our detailed breakdown.
2018 Golden State Warriors NBA Finals Champions Memorabilia Guide
By Trey Treutel
Another season and another title for the Warriors! Take a look at some of the most popular 2018 Golden State Warriors NBA Finals Champions memorabilia and apparel to add to your collection.
2018 National Sports Collectors Convention Guide
By Trey Treutel
The 2018 National Sports Collectors Convention is a massive event within the hobby! Get ready with a complete NSCC guide, including details on tickets, autograph signers, events and much more.
2018 Panini Contenders Draft Picks Football Variations Guide
By Trey Treutel
Loaded with top NFL rookies, the 2018 Panini Contenders Draft Picks Football variations include three different RPS versions for multiple players. Find out the full details and short print info.
2018 Topps Home Run Challenge Baseball Cards
By Trey Treutel
Call your shot with 2018 Topps Home Run Challenge! Found in select products, the special code cards allow collectors to predict MLB home runs for a chance at prizes.
2018 Topps WWE Variations Guide
By Trey Treutel
Be prepared to identify the 2018 Topps WWE Variations with our complete guide! The side-by-side gallery makes it very clear which wrestling cards are the SSP options.
2018 Washington Capitals Stanley Cup Champions Memorabilia Guide
By Trey Treutel
ALL CAPS! The Washington Capitals are the 2018 Stanley Cup Champions! Check out the top memorabilia and apparel available to remember the big win.
2019 National Sports Collectors Convention NSCC Guide
By Trey Treutel
Get ready for the 2019 National Sports Collectors Convention in Chicago with our detailed guide. The 40th NSCC features plenty to keep collectors busy.
2019 St. Louis Blues Stanley Cup Champions Memorabilia Guide
By Trey Treutel
The St. Louis Blues are NHL champs and fans have plenty of 2019 St. Louis Blues Stanley Cup Champions memorabilia and apparel to add to their collection.
2019 Topps Home Run Challenge Baseball Cards
By Trey Treutel
Exclusive to the flagship MLB set, 2019 Topps Home Run Challenge Baseball allows collectors to predict when key players will hit a home run. The grand prize is a trip to see the 2020 MLB Home Run Derby.
2019 Toronto Raptors NBA Finals Champions Memorabilia Guide
By Trey Treutel
We the North is now We the Champions. Celebrate the first title for the Raptors with a look at some of the key 2019 Toronto Raptors NBA Finals Champions memorabilia choices.
2019 US Women’s World Cup Champions Memorabilia Guide
By Trey Treutel
The US Women’s National Team is the best soccer team in the world. Celebrate the fourth USWNT title with 2019 US Women’s World Cup Champions memorabilia and apparel.
2019 Washington Nationals World Series Champions Memorabilia Guide
By Trey Treutel
Celebrate the big win with 2019 Washington Nationals World Series Champions gear. The guide highlights top options available to fans and collectors.
2020 Los Angeles Dodgers World Series Champions Memorabilia Guide
By Trey Treutel
2020 Los Angeles Dodgers World Series Champions memorabilia pays tribute to the Dodgers and their first title in 32 years. Check out the key options available now.
2020 Los Angeles Lakers NBA Finals Champions Memorabilia Guide
By Trey Treutel
The Lakers are champions once more. Celebrate the latest title for the legendary franchise with multiple 2020 Los Angeles Lakers NBA Finals Champions memorabilia and apparel options.
2020 National Sports Collectors Convention NSCC Canceled
By Trey Treutel
Get ready for the 41st NSCC with the 2020 National Sports Collectors Convention guide. Visit Atlantic City, NJ for the many Tristar autograph signers, exclusive collectibles and events from the manufacturers, and tons of cards.
2020 Tampa Bay Lightning Stanley Cup Champions Memorabilia Guide
By Trey Treutel
The 2019-20 NHL season ends with 2020 Tampa Bay Lightning Stanley Cup Champions memorabilia. Check out some of the best options to honor the big win for the Lightning.
2020 Topps Home Run Challenge Baseball Cards
By Trey Treutel
Go long with the 2020 Topps Home Run Challenge cards. The flagship promo lets collectors predict MLB home runs to win prizes.
2021 Atlanta Braves World Series Champions Memorabilia Guide
By Trey Treutel
The title celebration is underway and the 2021 Atlanta Braves World Series Champions memorabilia is here. View the key choices available now.
2021 Bowman Chrome Sapphire Edition Variations Baseball Checklist and Gallery
By Trey Treutel
Featuring the popular Sapphire finish, top MLB prospects and rookies headline the 2021 Bowman Chrome Sapphire Edition Variations lineup.
2021 Bowman Draft Chrome Baseball Variations Gallery and Checklist
By Trey Treutel
Check out all the 2021 Bowman Draft Chrome Baseball variations with a detailed gallery and know how to spot the short-printed editions.
2021 Milwaukee Bucks NBA Finals Champions Memorabilia and Apparel Guide
By Trey Treutel
Nearly 50 years in the making, celebrate the title with 2021 Milwaukee Bucks NBA Finals Champions memorabilia and apparel.
2021 National Sports Collectors Convention NSCC Guide
By Trey Treutel
The 2021 National Sports Collectors Convention in Chicago marks the 41st NSCC. Check out the show info, signers, exclusive cards and other events with this detailed guide.
2021 Tampa Bay Buccaneers Super Bowl Champions Memorabilia Guide
By Trey Treutel
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are Super Bowl Champions! Celebrate the big win with Super Bowl LV collectibles and gear.
2021 Tampa Bay Lightning Stanley Cup Champions Memorabilia and Apparel Guide
By Trey Treutel
Back-to-back NHL titles have Lightning fans celebrating. Remember the big win(s) with 2021 Tampa Bay Lightning Stanley Cup Champions memorabilia and apparel.
2021 Topps Allen & Ginter Non-Baseball Autographs Guide
By Trey Treutel
Get the rundown for the 2021 Topps Allen & Ginter non-baseball autographs lineup. Top signers include Trevor Lawrence, Jeff Garlin and Rose Lavelle.
2021 Topps Chrome Formula 1 Variations Refractors Checklist Gallery
By Trey Treutel
Look out for chromium F1 image swaps with the 2021 Topps Chrome Formula 1 Variations Guide.
2021 Topps Chrome Sapphire Edition Formula 1 Variations Checklist Gallery
By Trey Treutel
The 2021 Topps Chrome Sapphire Edition Formula 1 Variations lineup offers limited image swaps as well as rare parallels for some of the top F1 racers.
2021 Topps Formula 1 Variations Checklist Gallery
By Trey Treutel
Find short-printed images for top F1 racers with the 2021 Topps Formula 1 Variations guide and gallery.
2021 Topps Gallery Baseball Variations Gallery and Checklist
By Trey Treutel
Find all the image swaps with the 2021 Topps Gallery Baseball variations guide, including a checklist and full gallery.
2021 Topps Home Run Challenge Baseball Cards
By Trey Treutel
Swing away with 2021 Topps Home Run Challenge Baseball. The flagship promo allows collectors to predict MLB homers and win prizes.
2021 Topps WWE Heritage Variations Gallery and Checklist
By Trey Treutel
The 2021 Topps WWE Heritage variations lineup offers short-printed images for top wrestlers. View the full gallery and learn how to spot them.
2021-22 Topps Merlin Chrome UEFA Variations Gallery and Checklist
By Trey Treutel
Top rookies fill out the 2021-22 Topps Merlin Chrome UEFA variations lineup. View the full short print image gallery.
2021-22 Topps UEFA Champions League Variations Gallery and Checklist
By Trey Treutel
Join in the UCL celebration with the 2021-22 Topps UEFA Champions League Variations Guide. The short-printed cards feature limited images for top stars.
2022 Bowman Mega Box Chrome Variations Baseball Checklist and Gallery
By Trey Treutel
The 2022 Bowman Mega Box Chrome variations are tough to pull. Know how to spot them with our helpful guide.
2022 Colorado Avalanche Stanley Cup Champions Memorabilia and Apparel Gift Guide
By Trey Treutel
The Avs are back on top and the Colorado Avalanche 2022 Stanley Cup Champions memorabilia is heating up.
2022 Donruss Baseball Variations Gallery and Checklist
By Trey Treutel
The handy 2022 Donruss Baseball variations guide tracks all the various image swaps and nicknames in one place.
2022 Golden State Warriors NBA Finals Champions Memorabilia and Apparel Guide
By Trey Treutel
The Warriors are back on top and the celebration continues with 2022 Golden State Warriors NBA Finals Champions memorabilia.
2022 Houston Astros World Series Champions Memorabilia Guide
By Trey Treutel
The Astros are once again MLB champs! View the 2022 Houston Astros World Series Champions Memorabilia Guide to see top apparel and collectibles to honor the big win.
2022 Los Angeles Rams Super Bowl LVI Champions Memorabilia Guide
By Trey Treutel
The Los Angeles Rams are Super Bowl Champions! Honor the huge win with Super Bowl LVI gear and collectibles.
2022 National Sports Collectors Convention NSCC Guide, Exclusive Cards, Autograph Signers
By Trey Treutel
The 42nd National heads back to New Jersey. Start getting ready for the 2022 National Sports Collectors Convention in Atlantic City.
2022 Topps 3D Baseball Variations Gallery and Checklist
By Trey Treutel
Featuring MLB rookies and stars, identify all the 2022 Topps 3D Baseball Variations with our detailed guide.
2022 Topps Allen & Ginter Non-Baseball Autographs Checklist Guide
By Trey Treutel
Led by Alice Cooper and Charlie Sheen, dig into the Topps Allen & Ginter non-baseball autographs checklist with a detailed guide.
2022 Topps Archives Baseball Variations Gallery and Checklist
By Trey Treutel
There are a few different options for the 2022 Topps Archives Baseball Variations. Spot them all with our helpful short print guide.
2022 Topps Baseball Complete Factory Set Rookie Variations Gallery and Checklist
By Trey Treutel
The 2022 Topps Baseball Retail Factory Set Rookie Variations lineup includes extra cards featuring some of the top young MLB stars.
2022 Topps Chrome Baseball Variations Gallery and Checklist Guide
By Trey Treutel
Know how to spot the SP and SSP cards with the 2022 Topps Chrome Baseball Variations Guide.
2022 Topps Chrome Formula 1 Variations Refractor Checklist Gallery
By Trey Treutel
Very tough to pull, the 2022 Topps Chrome Formula 1 variations offer Refractor short prints for top racers.
2022 Topps Chrome Logofractor Variations Gallery and Checklist
By Trey Treutel
The 2022 Topps Chrome Logofractor Variations showcase some of the top MLB rookies with short-printed cards.
2022 Topps Derby Duel Baseball Promo Cards and Game Details
By Trey Treutel
Predict the winner of the Home Run Derby with the 2022 Topps Derby Duel Baseball promotion.
2022 Topps Gallery Baseball Variations Gallery and Checklist Guide
By Trey Treutel
Easy to miss, the 2022 Topps Gallery Baseball Variations put an artistic spin on top MLB stars and rookies.
2022 Topps Gypsy Queen Baseball Variations Checklist and Gallery
By Trey Treutel
The 2022 Topps Gypsy Queen Baseball variations are back and we have you covered with a full checklist and more to help identify the short prints.
2022 Topps Home Run Challenge Baseball Cards Checklist and Game Details
By Trey Treutel
2022 Topps Home Run Challenge lets collectors call their shot once more in the flagship promotional contest.
2022 Topps Opening Day Baseball Variations Gallery and Checklist
By Trey Treutel
Be ready for all the MLB image swaps with the 2022 Topps Opening Day Baseball Variations Guide.
2022 Topps Pro Debut Baseball Variations Gallery and Checklist
By Trey Treutel
Track down the limited MiLB photo swaps with the 2022 Topps Pro Debut Baseball Variations Guide.
2022 Topps Series 2 Baseball Variations Checklist, Gallery and Guide
By Trey Treutel
The 2022 Topps Series 2 Baseball Variations Guide is here to help keep track of all the base short prints.
2022 Topps Stadium Club Baseball Variations Checklist and Gallery
By Trey Treutel
Find out how to spot the 2022 Topps Stadium Club Baseball variations with a detailed guide and gallery.
2022 Topps Update Baseball Variations Checklist Gallery
By Trey Treutel
The 2022 Topps Update Baseball variations supply collectors with an assortment of short prints and super short prints. Find out how to spot them all in this helpful guide.
2023 Kansas City Chiefs Super Bowl LVII Champions Memorabilia Guide
By Trey Treutel
The Kansas City Chiefs are Super Bowl LVII champions! Fans and collectors can enjoy the big win with plenty of memorabilia and other collectibles.
2023 National Sports Collectors Convention Guide – Ticket Sales
By Trey Treutel
The 43rd National heads back to Illinois. Begin your planning for the 2023 National Sports Collectors Convention in Chicago.
2023 Topps Home Run Challenge Baseball Cards Checklist and Game Details
By Trey Treutel
2023 Topps Home Run Challenge Baseball allows collectors to win exclusive MLB cards by correctly predicting home runs hit during the season.
2023 Topps Series 1 Baseball Variations Checklist Guide
By Trey Treutel
The 2023 Topps Series 1 Baseball variations take a different approach this year with all-new Golden Mirror SSP cards.
32 Beautiful Picture Books that Capture Sports Magic and History
By Ryan Cracknell
While sports cards can be a great way to learn to read and find out about sports history, there are also lots of picture books. Here’s a list of 32 fantastic sports reads that come with a lot of artistic flair.
37 Classic Costacos Brothers Posters You Wish You Still Had
By Ryan Cracknell
The Costacos brothers helped define a generation of athletes with their wild and over-the-top posters. Take a trip back to the 1980s and 90s and see some of their most iconic work.
5 Easy Steps to an Organized Sports Card Collection
By Ryan Cracknell
There’s a good chance there’s at least one stack of cards sitting next to you as you read this. Follow these 5 simple steps to organize your collection and get rid of card clutter around the house.
76 Reasons to Love Collecting Sports Cards
By Ryan Cracknell
Here’s a list of 76 things we love about collecting sports cards.
A Beginner’s Guide to Selling Sports Cards on COMC
By Ryan Cracknell
Find out how to sell you extra cards on COMC including tips on what to send in, packaging, pricing and more from the perspective of a new seller on the site.
Autograph Authentication for Sports Memorabilia Collectors
By Rob Bertrand
Learn how to get your sports memorabilia authenticated. This guide includes practical steps collectors can take, descriptions of industry tools, and things to watch out for and protect yourself against.
Autograph Collecting: Protecting Against Forgeries
By Paul Lesko
I am an avid Illini fan, and was lucky enough to live in Missouri in 2005 when Illinois played North Carolina in the NCAA Finals in St. Louis. Needles to say, I was swept up in the Illini fervor and wanted something to immortalize the time. After walking out of the Illini’s practice session, I […]
Baseball Card Legal Terms
By Paul Lesko
The most important skill a future lawyer takes away from law school is issue spotting. In other words, when given a hypothetical situation, how many potential legal problems can you identify? This helps lawyers protect their clients. It’s also why if you have a lawyer in the family, they probably annoy you when they visit […]
Beginner’s Guide to Collecting Action Figures
By Tony Frye
Action Figure collecting has become a popular and profitable hobby but aspiring collectors should brush up on the basics before they delve into this ever-expanding marketplace. View essential details on the collecting process, including key terms and basics on sizing, storage and pricing.
Beginner’s Guide to Collecting Sports Tickets
By Rob Bertrand
Often tossed aside as garbage, sports tickets have emerged as popular pieces of sports memorabilia. Here’s how you can get a start in collecting these little pieces of sporting history.
Beginner’s Guide to Comic-Con Collecting
By Tony Frye
Found across most major cities, comic book conventions continue to increase in number as the worlds of fantasy, science-fiction, and comic superheroes surge in pop culture relevance. This guide will help collectors get the best deals and make the most of their time at a comic-con.
Buy the Right Trading Card Shipping Supplies and Save Money
By Rob Bertrand
If you sell or trade cards online, you’re going to need shipping supplies. Here’s a guide to all the essentials and tips on how you can save big.
Buying Sports Cards on COMC vs eBay
By Ryan Cracknell
COMC and eBay are two of the biggest websites when it comes to shopping for sports cards. Here’s a look at some of the pros and cons for each.
Buying Trading Card Sleeves for Thick Cards
By Brett Lewis
Ultra Pro’s Vintage card sleeves offer collectors the ideal level of protection for the modern memorabilia card. The sleeves were designed for oversized vintage cards, but work perfectly for 90% of today’s hits and thicker stocked cards.
Card Grading: Finding the Right Company To Grade Your Sports Cards
By Brett Lewis
From BGS to PSA to SCG, we look at the best card grading company for each card in your collection. Although it’s tempting to get every card graded by the same company, that isn’t always the best route to take in terms of both short and long-term value.
Case Breaking Company Guide: Top Group Break Options
By Lisa Weatherall
Featuring an up-to-date list of case breakers who offer several types of group breaks, check out our guide to find the perfect fit for your collecting needs.
Celebrate Fantasy Football Glory with a Championship Ring, Trophy or Belt
By The Cardboard Connection
Every year, millions of people vie for fantasy football glory. Fantasy football rings, trophies and belts are the perfect symbol of a great prognosticating mind. Find the perfect option for your league champion (or league loser) with this handy guide.
Choosing the Right Trading Card Supplies
By Rob Bertrand
Learn about the most important trading card supplies to store and protect your collection. Includes a breakdown of key items, descriptions and buying guide.
Collecting Baseball Card Oddities, Part 1: Food Issues
By Rob Bertrand
Looking for a new collecting challenge? Check out our guide on food-issue oddball cards. We look at the history and highlights from several companies, such as Kellogg’s, Post, Hostess and Burger King.
Collecting Baseball Card Oddities, Part 2: Retail Releases
By Rob Bertrand
In the second part of our extensive look at oddball baseball cards, Rob Bertrand breaks down some of the retail oddities found at stores like K-Mart, Denny’s, Toy “R” Us and more.
Collecting Baseball Card Oddities, Part 3: Topps Premiums and Test Issues
By Rob Bertrand
Topps hasn’t always been about traditional baseball cards. In the final installment of our look at oddball baseball cards, we delve deep into Topps’ baseball past to uncover their first inserts, premiums and test issues.
Complete Beginners Guide to Collecting Bobbleheads
By Trey Treutel
Bobbleheads are a common and popular item in the collecting world and collecting them can be a fun way to start a new hobby. View our complete guide for tips to help start and build your bobblehead collection.
Complete Guide to Exquisite Collection Rookie Patch Autograph Cards
By Trey Treutel
One of the top brands for rookie collectors, Exquisite Collection took high-end to another level. View the various designs for the rookie autographed patch cards in basketball, football, baseball and golf products.
Comprehensive Guide to Card Grading
By Rob Bertrand
Card grading can add value and peace of mind to your collection. Use our practical guide to get the most out of your submissions and pick the best company to grade your cards.
Comprehensive Guide to the Bowman AFLAC All-American Game Autographs
By Trey Treutel
Bowman AFLAC All-American Game Autographs are a hobby favorite for prospect collectors. Although the official sponsor has changed, take a look at how the cards have evolved over the years with this detailed guide, including full gallery and checklists.
Comprehensive Guide to Upper Deck Legends Autographs
By Trey Treutel
1997 Upper Deck Legends Football Autographs are some of the most beloved sets in the collecting world. We take a look at the original run, reboots, updates, and the forays into basketball and hockey. This complete guide includes full checklists, images, shopping guide and more.
Don’t Make These Mistakes Shipping Cards in the Mail
By Ryan Cracknell
There’s no exact science to mailing cards through the mail. That said, here are five mistakes that are easy to avoid and help make sure your customers and trading partners are happy with what they receive.
eBay Bucks – A Collector’s Guide
By Rob Bertrand
Want to earn money for buying the cards and collectibles? The eBay Bucks program rewards you for the things you’re already buying. Find out how to sign up and start saving with our practical eBay Bucks guide.
Estate Planning and Your Collection
By Rob Bertrand
When we die, our collections stay behind. Here are some simple, practical tips to help you plan in advance and make sure your collection ends up in the right hands. It will also make it easier on the loved ones you leave behind.
Evolution of Topps Baseball Cards: 1951-2023 Designs Timeline Gallery
By The Cardboard Connection
Take a trip through the history of Topps baseball card designs. See every flagship Topps Baseball design from 1951 through to 2023 in our detailed guide to the evolution of the iconic release.
Fantastic Autographics! Complete Guide to One of the Best Inserts Ever
By Trey Treutel
Autographics were one of the biggest inserts in the late-1990s and they made the biggest impression with basketball collectors. View a complete guide to Autographics inserts, including the complete history, a visual guide, checklists for each set, analysis, shopping guide and more.
Finding the Best Group Break Experience
By Lisa Weatherall
Want to participate in a case break but can’t choose? Check out our guide with tips to help you find the best group break experience.
Get Your Collection Organized with Sports Card Software
By Rob Bertrand
Thinking about using sports card software to help organize your collection? We look at several options, giving an overview of what each has to offer as well as what they cost.
Group Breaking 101: A Newcomer’s Guide to Participating in a Case Break
By Lisa Weatherall
Given the multiple avenues to collect your favorite trading cards, it can get overwhelming. We help you navigate the path with our comprehensive guide to case breaking.
Group Breaking Guide: What to Look for in a Sports Card Case Breaker
By Lisa Weatherall
Wondering if this group breaker is legit? Don’t sweat it, we’ve got you covered. View our guide for helpful tips on what you should look for in a case breaker.
Group Breaks 101 – After the Break
By Cardboard Connection
With all of the packs opened, find out what to do next to make sure your group break runs smoothly. Includes practical advice on details like sorting, supplies and shipping.
Group Breaks 101 – Diary of a New Group Breaker
By Cardboard Connection
A group breaker shares his experiences setting up and selling his first group break. The guide provides easy-to-follow tips, simple advice and important lessons learned.
Guide to Buying Card Sleeves Online and Protecting Your Cards
By Rob Bertrand
Learn how to protect your cards with our comprehensive guide to card sleeves. Includes descriptions of the most popular types of cards sleeves and an online buying guide to help you find good deals on your supplies.
Guide to Collecting Autographed Presidential Memorabilia
By Rob Bertrand
The autographed presidential memorabilia landscape is vast. It can also get expensive. Get some tips on how to get started collecting a collection that’s impressive and authentic.
Guide to Collecting Sports Stickers with / for Kids
By Trey Treutel
Collecting sports stickers with your kids combine fun, education and family time. They can also be a gateway into collecting sports cards. Find out about collecting stickers and their many benefits.
How to Be an eBay DSR Superstar Selling Sports Cards
By brentandbecca
Find out how you can easily improve your eBay DSR selling sports cards and become a Top-Rated Seller. Includes simple tips and practical advice.
How to Best Package Your Sports Card Singles
By Brett Lewis
Whether it be a top loader, magnet case, snap case or hinged box, painter’s tape offers the perfect amount of protection when it comes to sending sports cards through the mail, more importantly, it’s easy to remove and doesn’t leave behind residue.
How to Economically Ship Cards and Get 5-Star Feedback Selling on eBay
By The Cardboard Connection
Follow these easy tips to offer fast, safe and reasonably priced shipping selling sports cards on eBay. In return, your customers will be happy and leave five-star feedback ratings.
How to Flip Sports Cards on COMC and Make Money
By Ryan Cracknell
COMC isn’t just a place to sell the cards cluttering your closets and buy things to fill collection holes. It’s also an easy place to make extra money flipping cards through the site.
How to Frame a Jersey That You Are Proud to Display
By Rob Bertrand
Learn all about custom jersey frames with this handy guide. Find out how to frame a jersey on your own. We also tell you what to look for if you’re getting your jersey framed by a professional.
How to Get (Almost) Free Autographs Through the Mail
By Ryan Cracknell
Collect free autographs from your favorite players and teams through the mail with our handy guide. Includes detailed instructions, tips and links to mailing addresses for all teams in the NFL, MLB, NBA and NHL.
How to Get Free Cards Using No Purchase Necessary NPN Offers
By Trey Treutel
NPN, or No Purchase Necessary, is a virtually free shot at obtaining cards from products like Topps, Upper Deck, Panini and others. View our complete guide on how to get these free baseball, football, basketball, hockey and entertainment NPN cards.
How to Get High Quality Scans of your Sports Cards
By Brett Lewis
How to get a picture perfect scan of your sports cards when selling on websites like eBay and Sports Buy. “Swiffer” makes dust free scanning possible, in the process making your card more appealing to potential buyers.
How to Insure Your Sports Card and Memorabilia Collection
By Rob Bertrand
Having the right insurance for your sports collection isn’t something a lot of people think about. Basic homeowners insurance often isn’t enough. Follow our guide to insure your collection properly.
How to Know You’re Buying Authentic Autographed Sports Memorabilia
By Rob Bertrand
It’s easy to fall victim to fake memorabilia when you’re shopping online. Know which companies are reputable and get tips on how to spot authentic autographed sports memorabilia.
How to Make Amazing Custom McFarlane Figures
By Rob Bertrand
Have you ever wanted to learn how to make custom McFarlane figures of your favorite athletes? Let our practical guide help you from start to finish. Includes easy-to-follow instructions and a detailed supply list with all the things you need to make a professional-looking custom.
How To Move and Set Up Your Man Cave
By Rob Bertrand
As a collector, one of the most daunting undertakings you can face is relocating your precious accumulation of cardboard and memorabilia treasures to a new address. While some of what is detailed below might seem rudimentary, it’s often the simple and obvious details that make the difference between a successful move and a painful headache. […]
How to Pick the Best Trading Card Pages for Your Collection
By Ryan Cracknell
Pages and albums are one of the best ways to store and display your collection. But cards come in different sizes. Use this handy guide to pick and buy the best trading card pages for your collection.
How to Predict Future Trading Card Sets Using Public Information
By Paul Lesko
Guessing new trading card sets and products can be fun. But there’s information available to the public that can make the search more reliable. In Law of Cards, Paul Lesko describes how to use trademarks and patents to get hints at new products.
How to Protect and Display Your Autographed Cards
By Trey Treutel
Autographed cards are the clear favorite option for many collectors, but protecting those cards is an important and overlooked aspect of collecting. View our complete guide help you decide the best way to protect your autographed cards.
How to Self- and Pre-Grade Your Sports Cards and Get the Best Results
By Rob Bertrand
Learn how to pre-grade your cards so that you can have a good idea of the official grade they’re likely to receive. Our practical guide gives you tips, tells you what to look for and lists the tools you’ll need.
How to Sell Sports Cards on eBay and Make More Money
By Rob Bertrand
Learn how to get started selling sports cards on eBay with our detailed guide. Includes a comprehensive breakdown of steps and practical advice.
How to Set Up a Sports Card Trading Blog
By Ryan Cracknell
Got a ton of extra sports cards cluttering up your house? Want to get trading but don’t have anyone nearby? Why not set up your own trading blog? Here are some practical tips on how you can set up, organize and promote a free trading site.
How to Survive Your First Live Auction and Not Waste Money
By Rob Bertrand
Now that you’ve conquered eBay, it’s time to master live auctions. Here’s a guide on how to prepare and what to look for as you get ready for your first sports memorabilia auction or estate sale.
How to Write an eBay Description That Sells
By Ryan Cracknell
One of the keys to making money on eBay is having a strong description. Follow these practical tips and see higher bids and more sales.
Kansas City Chiefs Super Bowl LIV Champions Memorabilia Guide
By Trey Treutel
The Kansas City Chiefs are Super Bowl Champions! Celebrate the big win with Super Bowl LIV collectibles and gear.
Learn How to Play Topps ATTAX
By Rob Bertrand
Learn how you can play with your cards with our in-depth guide to Topps ATTAX. Includes rules on how to play, customizations, video tutorial and downloadable materials for several sports.
Major Regional Sports Card Shows and Collectible Conventions Calendar
By The Cardboard Connection
Find out about the latest card shows and hobby-related conventions with this handy calendar and directory.
Matthew Fox Wants You to Watch These 23 Sports Card Commercials
By Ryan Cracknell
Ever wonder why there’s no sports card commercials on TV? That wasn’t always the case. Here’s 23 spots with cards dating as far back as the 1960s.
Organize Your Collection Easily with Sports Card Software
By Bob Swick
Tired of wasting time digging through piles of cards, only to find you’ve misplaced what your looking for? Find out how sports card software can make your collection organized and more enjoyable.
Philadelphia Eagles Super Bowl Champions Memorabilia Guide
By Trey Treutel
The title drought is over and the Philadelphia Eagles Super Bowl Champions memorabilia is here! Celebrate the historic occasion with plenty of Super Bowl LII gear.
Photo-Matching and Its Importance in Authenticating Sports Memorabilia
By Rob Bertrand
With the high prices game-used jerseys and memorabilia fetch, knowing it’s real is extremely important. Find out about photo-matching and how it is used to authenticate sports memorabilia.
Picking the Best Baseball Display Cases to Protect Your Signed Balls
By Trey Treutel
Autographed baseballs are one of the most popular pieces of sports collectibles. Discover some of the most popular options for showcasing and displaying your prized pieces.
Refractor Mania: A History of Sports Card Refractors
By Trey Treutel
Refractors have long dominated the hobby scene. Get a comprehensive history behind the phenomenon and see some of the top options for collectors to pursue from each season.
Sports and Entertainment Trading Card Distributors Guide
By Lisa Weatherall
An up-to-date distributors list to help you find where to go for your sports and entertainment trading cards needs.
Sports Card Box Breaking Dictionary
By Brett Lewis
From blaster boxes to rack packs, we explain some of the terminology used in the world of trading cards. In order to assist in the explanation, we enlisted the services of Cardboard Connection’s favorite rip-aholic Cornelius, who recently ripped his seventh case of 2010 Topps Unrivaled Football.
Sports Card Collector’s Guide to Mobile Apps
By Rob Bertrand
Take your collecting on the go with our comprehensive guide to mobile apps aimed at sports card and memorabilia collectors. Includes details and pricing on more than a dozen apps relevant to collectors.
Sports Jerseys Holiday Buying Guide
By Ryan Cracknell
Sports jerseys make an excellent gift for any occasion. Find out about the differences between authentic, replica and vintage baseball, football, basketball and hockey jerseys. Includes buying guide and more.
Sports Memorabilia and Collectibles for Kids Gift Buying Guide
By Ryan Cracknell
Find the perfect gift for the young sports fan on your list. We’ve carefully selected a variety of items, including toys, cards, wall decorations and more.
Statistical History of Topps Baseball Card Backs
By Randy Gaa
I think Toby Harrah said it best when he was quoted as saying, “Statistics are like a girl in a fine bikini. It shows a lot, but it doesn’t show everything.” It’s true that statistics don’t show you everything about a player, but they do tell you just about everything you would ever need to […]
T206 Honus Wagner Baseball – History of the World’s Most Famous Card
By Rob Bertrand
Not only the most extensive baseball card in history, the T206 Honus Wagner is also one of the most controversial. Get a full history and background on this exceptionally famous and rare card.
The 90’s: Underprinted Sports Cards in a Decade of Excess
By Brett Lewis
One of the biggest hobby stories of 2009 was the comeback of the 90’s collector. Coming back into collecting for this group (mid 20’s-early 30’s) meant coming to grips with the reality that your collection is probably worth nothing. The reason for this is simple, they printed too many cards! I was sorting through a box […]
The Cardboard Connection Guide to Sports Collector Road Trips
By Rob Bertrand
Whether you’re hitting the road for pleasure or business, there are plenty places for sports collectors to visit and dig deeper into their favorite sports. Get a detailed look at some of the key North American attractions and where they’re found.
The Group Break Experience: A First-Hand Account of My First Group Break
By Lisa Weatherall
Wondering what it’s like to be in a case break? View a personal account of the group break experience from a first-timer.
The National Sports Collectors Convention Survival Guide
By Rob Bertrand
Headed to the National? You’d better have a game plan. Here’s our survival guide to the biggest sports card and memorabilia show of the year.
They Used What? The Weirdest Memorabilia Cards of All-Time
By Ryan Cracknell
From Santa suits to dirt to cornstalks and even teddy bears, the memorabilia card landscape is filled with strange pieces. Take a look at some of the weirdest things you can add to your card collection.
Things You Need to Know About Selling at a Local Card Show
By Rob Bertrand
Want to sell at a local sports card show but don’t know where to start? This practical guide includes both helpful tips and a convenient list of supplies you’ll need to bring along.
Tip of the Hat: Baseball’s Top 10 New Era Caps
By Ryan Cracknell
Which baseball teams have the most popular New Era caps? We count down the ten best-selling baseball caps based on New Era sales. Expect to find a surprise or two along the way.
Top 10 Most Forged Sports Memorabilia Signatures
By The Cardboard Connection
PSA/DNA has released their latest list of the most forged and dangerous sports autographs. The list includes such all-time legends as Babe Ruth, Lou Gehrig and Mickey Mantle.
Top 10 Most Popular Political Autographs
By Rob Bertrand
While athletes and celebrities get a lot of the attention in the autograph world, political signatures are also popular. Here are 10 of the top autographs from the world of politics.
Top 10 Superfractor Sales of 2014-15
By Rob Bertrand
The Superfractor is one of the most coveted cards in the hobby. Here’s a list of the top 10 Superfractor sales of 2014 and the start of 2015 as recorded on eBay.
Top 5 Tips for New eBay Trading Card and Memorabilia Buyers
By Rob Bertrand
New to the hobby? Returning from a break? A lot has changed over the years. Here are easy 5 tips to get you started buying trading cards and memorabilia on eBay.
Top 50 eTopps Cards of All-Time
By Trey Treutel
eTopps might not be making any new cards. The program as a whole is all but dead. But that doesn’t mean that all the cards are worthless. Here are the 50 most valuable eTopps cards that have survived the program’s implosion.
Top Christmas Cards for Sports Card Collectors
By Ryan Cracknell
Over the years, there have been a surprising number of sports cards with a Christmas theme. From promos to inserts to memorabilia cards, we’ve compiled a comprehensive list for this guide.
Top Michael Jordan Card and Memorabilia Sales of 2014-15
By Trey Treutel
Michael Jordan is the king of modern collecting. Check out the top sales of 2014-15 among Michael Jordan cards and memorabilia.
Top Selling Sports Card and Trading Card Hobby Boxes Hot List
By Trey Treutel
Get a list of the top-selling sports card and entertainment boxes based on the quantity of completed eBay sales from March 8 to March 14. The best-selling box is 2023 Topps Series 1 Baseball.
Top Sports Cards Sales Prices and Auction Values of All-Time
By Trey Treutel
High-end sports card sales are still making news in the hobby. Check out the top sports card sales ever made.
Top-Selling Sports Jerseys of 2013
By Rob Bertrand
Find out what the top-selling jerseys were in baseball, basketball, football and hockey in 2013. Many are obvious, but some might surprise you.
Translating the Authenticity of Memorabilia Cards
By Paul Lesko
In Law of Cards, Paul Lesko looks at how increasingly vague disclaimers on the backs of memorabilia cards may be harming the hobby. He also offers suggestions on how this can be fixed.
Ultimate 2022 Black Friday and Cyber Monday Sports Card & Memorabilia Shopping Deals Guide
By Cardboard Connection
Find the best Black Friday, Black Friday Weekend, Cyber Monday and Cyber Week sports card, memorabilia and entertainment collectibles sales, deals and discount promotions from across the web.
Ultimate Fleer Jambalaya Insert Card Checklist and Set Guide
By Ryan Cracknell
Fleer Jambalaya inserts are some of the most popular and valuable cards of the modern era. Get full details and checklists for every Jambalaya set.
Ultimate Precious Metal Gems PMG Checklist and Set Guide
By Trey Treutel
The Precious Metal Gems parallels are a hot commodity and Upper Deck continues to use them in new sets. Check out where to find all the PMG cards with our detailed guide.
Use Social Media to Build and Enhance Your Trading Card Collection
By Rob Bertrand
Discover how social media can help you buy and sell cards as well as interact with collectors all over the world. Our guide includes practical tips and links to the most popular social media options available to sports card and memorabilia collectors.
Using Sports Card Price Guides to Find the Real Value of Your Collection
By Rob Bertrand
Determining the value of your sports card collection card be difficult if you don’t know where to start. This simple guide outlines many of the available tools and price guides available to collectors to help them find a realistic range for their cards.
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.
What Are My Sports Cards Worth? Using eBay to Find the Value of Your Collection
By Ryan Cracknell
Want to know what your sports cards are worth? eBay’s completed listings are a free and easy-to-use tool to get a solid estimate on what your collection is really worth. This easy-to-use tutorial walks you through how to do it in just a few simple steps.
What eBay’s New Fees and Features Mean to Sellers and Buyers
By Trey Treutel
Detailed look at the 2015 eBay Spring Update regarding fees for sports cards and memorabilia listings. Includes pros and cons for buyers and sellers.
What Everyone Should Know About Sports Card Presales
By brentandbecca
Pre-selling sports cards can be tricky. Learn some important tips on what to do and what to avoid with our comprehensive insider’s guide.
What to Do With All Those Extra Sports Card Commons
By Rob Bertrand
Mountains of unwanted sports card commons is a problem facing many collectors. Here are some simple, practical ways you can avoid a hoarding situation and free up space in your home.
Why Do My Cards Have No Name or Foil on the Front?
By Ryan Cracknell
Find out why some baseball, football and other sports cards have no names or foil on the front and if you’ve found some hobby gold.
Why Your Sports Cards from the Early 90s Are Worthless
By Ryan Cracknell
If you collected sports cards in the late-1980s and early-1990s and are looking to cash in, you’re bound to be disappointed. Plagued by massive print runs and speculation, most are not worth a ham sandwich, let alone your child’s college education.
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.
