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1960 Topps VIP Set Continues Long Standing National Convention Tradition

1960 Topps VIP Set Continues Long Standing National Convention Tradition

By Brett Lewis

The 2010 Topps VIP set continues a long-standing tradition of creating a 50th anniversary version of cards for National VIP’s. The 5 card set will be numbered consecutively from card #573-577 as a continuation of the original 1960 Topps set. As in the past, VIP’s will get 4 card packs as part of their VIP […]

2009 Playoff Prestige Football Product Breakdown

2009 Playoff Prestige Football Product Breakdown

By Jennifer Smeth

2009 Playoff Prestige Football Hits Per Box: 4 Box Configuration: 24 Packs / 8 Cards Per Pack Product Information Every Hobby Box Contains: (4) Autograph and/or Game Used Memorabilia Cards (1 Autograph Guaranteed) (24) Rookie Cards (1) Insert or Parallel (3) Draft Picks Light Blue (1) Extra Points Gold (1) NFL Draft Insert (1) Prestigious […]

2009 Topps Heritage Baseball Short Print Checklist

2009 Topps Heritage Baseball Short Print Checklist

By Jennifer Smeth

Topps has announced the official list of short printed base cards in 2009 Topps Heritage Baseball. The set features a total of 75 different short prints (#426 – #500). 2009 Topps Heritage Short Prints were seeded at a rate of 1:3 packs: Card # Player Team 426 Scott Rolen Toronto Blue Jays 427 Ben Francisco […]

2009 Upper Deck Baseball Card Short Prints Announced

2009 Upper Deck Baseball Card Short Prints Announced

By Jennifer Smeth

Upper Deck has announced the inclusion of three short printed cards in their recently released 2009 Upper Deck Series One Baseball Card Product. The short prints are as follows: Joe DiMaggio (#0) showing the “Yankee Clipper” smiling after he tied the then-MLB consecutive games hit streak at 44. Ken Griffey Jr. and Michael Jordan. Both […]

2010 Bowman Stephen Strasburg Red Auto Sells For $19,975

2010 Bowman Stephen Strasburg Red Auto Sells For $19,975

By Brett Lewis

Last night, the second chapter of 2010 Bowman Stephen Strasburg Red Auto came to a close. Last month, the rare 1/1 Strasburg Red Auto nearly hit the $1,000,000 mark on eBay, which later turned out to be fraudulent bids from people with no intent on purchasing the card.  The seller then decided to take his […]

2011 AFC and NFC Pro Bowl Rosters Announced

2011 AFC and NFC Pro Bowl Rosters Announced

By Brett Lewis

Tom Brady, Ray Lewis, Michael Vick, Adrian Peterson, Devin McCourty, Calvin Johnson, Ndamukong Suh, Brian Urlacher, Clay Matthews highlight the 2011 Pro Bowl roster which was announced earlier today by the NFL.

2011 Collectibles Industry Summit Update: 3/23/11

2011 Collectibles Industry Summit Update: 3/23/11

By Brett Lewis

Kevin Isaacson’s top 10 highlights (so far), Upper Deck’s upcoming trading card evolution, Panini’s new distribution plan, Knight’s Lance Black Box contest and the latest news, notes, press releases and updates from the 2011 Sports Collectibles Industry Summit in Las Vegas.

2011 MLB Baseball Hat Rankings

2011 MLB Baseball Hat Rankings

By Brett Lewis

While jerseys get all the credit in the sports world of today, it’s the baseball cap that is baseball’s most popular and identifiable article of sports wear. Below is a look at one man’s opinion of each Major League Baseball hat.

2011 Sports Collectibles Industry Summit Update: 3/15/11

2011 Sports Collectibles Industry Summit Update: 3/15/11

By Brett Lewis

UDA Michael Jordan jersey raffle, Babe Ruth laptop skins and the latest news, notes and updates from the upcoming 2011 Sports Collectibles Industry Summit, which takes place in Las Vegas from March 20-23.

2012 NSCC: Day One and the Man Without a Plan

2012 NSCC: Day One and the Man Without a Plan

By Rick Klein

Rick Klein goes to Baltimore to tackle the 2012 National Sports Collectors Convention. Get his view of the show for Thursday, August 2nd as he gets lost in quarter boxes, ogles at the Black Swamp Find and eats some really old gum.

2013 Topps Chrome Redemption Update

2013 Topps Chrome Redemption Update

By Trey Treutel

Topps has announced the autograph redemptions that will be found in 2013 Topps Chrome Baseball. They also revealed that they will start making weekly signing updates.

2015 Topps Football Road to Victory Promo Redemption Details

2015 Topps Football Road to Victory Promo Redemption Details

By Trey Treutel

The 2015 Topps Football Road to Victory promo allows collectors to submit special team-specific inserts for a chance to win exclusive card sets. View full details on the promotion geared around the Super Bowl 50 champion.

2016 National Sports Collectors Convention Guide

2016 National Sports Collectors Convention Guide

By Trey Treutel

The biggest card show of the year, the National is an annual highlight for many collectors. Check out the details for the 2016 National Sports Collectors Convention, including scheduled signers and exclusive cards. The event runs from August 3 to August 7 in Atlantic City.

A Sad Farewell To Cardboard Connection Writer Chris Stufflestreet

A Sad Farewell To Cardboard Connection Writer Chris Stufflestreet

By Jennifer Smeth

Cardboard Connection writer Chris Stufflestreet died of a heart attack earlier this week. Chris was a crucial member of The Cardboard Connection team who will not not be forgotten. Our thoughts and prayers go out to Chris’ daughter and mother.

Air Jordan I Retro "BRED" Releases to Much Fanfare

Air Jordan I Retro “BRED” Releases to Much Fanfare

By Trey Treutel

The Air Jordan 1 Retro BRED is one of the last Air Jordan releases of the year and pays homage to the original signature sneaker for Michael Jordan. View shoe images and information about the popular release.

Auburn Selling Freeze-Dried Turf From 2011 BCS National Championship Game

Auburn Selling Freeze-Dried Turf From 2011 BCS National Championship Game

By Brett Lewis

University of Auburn is currently pre-selling freeze-dried pieces of game-used turf from the Tigers 22-19 victory over the Oregon Ducks in the 2011 BCS Championship Game. The turf also serves as a unique collectible from Cam Newton’s final college game, as the Heisman winning quarterback has declared for the 2011 NFL Draft.

Beckett Media Named in RICO Lawsuit

Beckett Media Named in RICO Lawsuit

By Paul Lesko

Beckett Media LLC. and several other companies have been named in a lawsuit that alleges the defendants were involved in a fraudulent membership scheme.

Behind the Scenes with 2012 Topps Allen & Ginter Baseball

Behind the Scenes with 2012 Topps Allen & Ginter Baseball

By Ryan Cracknell

Since debuting in 2006, Topps Allen & Ginter Baseball has offered some of the most unique and diverse cards in the hobby. Whether it’s the classical designs, wild inserts, massive amounts of mini cards, the interactive Ginter Code, the expansive autograph checklists, this is one set where it could be said there really is something […]

Blake Griffin Basketball Card Auction Nears $20,000

Blake Griffin Basketball Card Auction Nears $20,000

By Brett Lewis

Blake Griffin National Treasures 1/1 NBA Logoman Autograph nears $20,000 with 4 days remaining on eBay. Stephen Strasburg’s Superfractor fears his time is running out, hopes for sale of less than $21,403.

California Collector's Million Card Code Unlocks 1952 Topps Mickey Mantle

California Collector’s Million Card Code Unlocks 1952 Topps Mickey Mantle

By Brett Lewis

Mark Davis, a baseball card collector from Sonora, California was sitting at his computer on September 16th redeeming a stack of Topps Million Card Giveaway code cards when the screen unveiled one of the most coveted cards in trading card history, that card, a 1952 Topps Mickey Mantle. Davis, a collector of both vintage and […]

Card Companies Identified by Man Accused of Fraud in FBI Interview

Card Companies Identified by Man Accused of Fraud in FBI Interview

By Paul Lesko

As the FBI continues to make arrests for fake game-used memorabilia, some of the details are starting to surface. Paul Lesko looks at an interview the FBI had with Brad Wells, a defendant in the case, in which Wells names Donruss, Topps and Upper Deck.

Creating a National Worthy of the National Pastime

Creating a National Worthy of the National Pastime

By Rick Klein

The National Sports Collectors Convention has long been the hobby’s premier event. But rather than rest on the past, Rick Klein offers some suggestions on how to make the National even better.

eBay Offering FREE Sports Card and Memorabilia Listings

eBay Offering FREE Sports Card and Memorabilia Listings

By Ryan Cracknell

Do you have a bunch of cards and memorabilia cluttering up your house? eBay is offering free sports card and memorabilia listings through the end of December. Find out how you can free up space, save money and make some extra cash.

Endurance Outlasts Upper Deck in Court Ruling

Endurance Outlasts Upper Deck in Court Ruling

By Paul Lesko

Upper Deck has been thrown another legal loss, this time against insurance company Endurance. Find out how this case connects to the Konami Yu-Gi-Oh case and why Upper Deck could be out a lot more money in the future.

Extremely Rare NM-MT PSA Graded 1957 Topps Baseball Card Set Hits eBay; One of the Highest Graded '57 Sets Ever Assembled

Extremely Rare NM-MT PSA Graded 1957 Topps Baseball Card Set Hits eBay; One of the Highest Graded ’57 Sets Ever Assembled

By Jennifer Smeth

1957 Topps Baseball card checklist, detailed set analysis, key cards, shopping guide & more. It is one of the most sought after post-war vintage baseball card sets thanks to the inclusion of rookie cards of Frank Robinson, Brooks Robinson, Don Drysdale, Bill Mazeroski, Jim Bunning, and Whitey Herzog. 1957 Topps also features a rock solid lineup of Hall of Famers, including Sandy Koufax, Mickey Mantle, Hank Aaron, Willie Mays, Roberto Clemente and many more.

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Fourth Guilty Plea in Fake Memorabilia Case

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.

Free Stickers for Sports Fans Courtesy of GetGlue

Free Stickers for Sports Fans Courtesy of GetGlue

By Ryan Cracknell

Stickers and sports have a long and loving relationship. Emerging social media site, GetGlue, offers collectors several free sports-related stickers for checking in to the things they’re watching or thinking about.

Full Guide to the Steiner Yankees Dynasty Collection

Full Guide to the Steiner Yankees Dynasty Collection

By Trey Treutel

The Yankees enjoyed a modern dynasty near the end of the the 1990s. Steiner Sports Yankees Dynasty Collection celebrates that team with several limited pieces signed by key names, including Derek Jeter and Mariano Rivera.

Hall of Famer Mike Schmidt Weighs in on Autograph Collecting

Hall of Famer Mike Schmidt Weighs in on Autograph Collecting

By Nick Tylwalk

Its been said that the first three-quarters of the 20th Century were the golden age for collecting autographs. Back then it was still possible to get a signature from a famous athlete in person, without paying a fee for the privilege, and even feel a bit of a bond with the man holding the pen. […]

How to Join the Topps Five Star Club

How to Join the Topps Five Star Club

By Ryan Cracknell

The Topps Five Star Club aims to offer a small group of collectors with exclusive cards and company access. Get full details on the program and how to apply.

How To Move and Set Up Your Man Cave

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. […]

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How Was the First Episode of All-Star Dealers?

How Was the First Episode of All-Star Dealers?

By Rob Bertrand

Following in the footsteps of popular shows like Pawn Stars, Storage Wars and American Pickers, comes Discovery Channel’s All-Star Dealers. We take a peek at the program’s first episode and look at how it reflects the hobby.

Interview With Disc Golf Champ Avery Jenkins From 2010 Allen & Ginter

Interview With Disc Golf Champ Avery Jenkins From 2010 Allen & Ginter

By Brett Lewis

On a yearly basis, Allen & Ginter introduces collectors to a host of interesting and intriguing world champions outside the realm of baseball. One of 2010’s most interesting inclusions was that of world Disc Golf Champ Avery Jenkins. For those unfamiliar with Disc Golf, you may have heard it called by a different name, Frisbee Golf. We […]

Interview with Joe Rubinstein

Interview with Joe Rubinstein

By Jay Ghazaleh

The Cardboard Connection’s Jay Ghazaleh sat down with legendary Comic Book and Sketch Card artist Joe Rubenstein to talk about life, art, and the pursuit of Triple D’s.

Is a Mobile Topps App in the Works?

Is a Mobile Topps App in the Works?

By Paul Lesko

Topps may be expanding more into the mobile app market as evidenced by a pair of recent trademark applications. We’ve got the full details of the filings.

Is Leaf Bringing Back the Peck & Snyder and Maxx Lines?

Is Leaf Bringing Back the Peck & Snyder and Maxx Lines?

By Paul Lesko

A pair of trademark applications from Leaf may point toward new retro-themed lines from the card maker. The registered for trading card trademarks for Peck & Snyder and Maxx, both of which have hobby roots.

Is Leaf Planning Their Own Version of 'Greats of the Game'?

Is Leaf Planning Their Own Version of ‘Greats of the Game’?

By Paul Lesko

Leaf has been busy, filing for two more trademarks. One, ‘Greats of the Game,’ may be familiar to collectors as it has been used by both Fleer and Upper Deck. Leaf also filed a trademark application for ‘Rookies Inc.’

Is Panini Bringing Back Pacific?

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.

Is Target the New Hobby Shop?

Is Target the New Hobby Shop?

By Rob Bertrand

Retail giants like Target are increasingly driving the hobby. Rob Bertrand looks at why this is and offers traditional card shops practical tips on how they can compete and be relevant in today’s hobby.

Jack Eichel Signs Exclusive Autograph Card Deal with Leaf

Jack Eichel Signs Exclusive Autograph Card Deal with Leaf

By Trey Treutel

Leaf Trading Cards has officially revealed their exclusive trading card autograph deal with Jack Eichel. The number two overall pick in the 2015 NHL Draft, Jack Eichel is one of the top young talents in hockey and plays for the Buffalo Sabres.

James Naismith's Thirteen Rules of Basketball Sells For $4.3 Million

James Naismith’s Thirteen Rules of Basketball Sells For $4.3 Million

By Brett Lewis

On friday basketball’s version of the declaration of independence sold for $4.3 million dollars, which made Naismith’s yellowish pieces of hoops history the highest selling article of sports memorabilia in history, topping Mark McGwire’s 70th home run ball from 1998 by $1.3 million dollars.

Law of Cards

Law of Cards

By Paul Lesko

I love baseball cards. Not just for the anticipation of discovering the autograph in my latest Bowman hobby box, collecting my favorite prospects, or for enjoying a well put together card design. I also love to ponder the legal aspects surrounding each card and series of cards. Baseball cards, in fact all trading cards, are […]

Law of Cards - Recent Trading Card Trademark Filings

Law of Cards – Recent Trading Card Trademark Filings

By Paul Lesko

A handful of recent trademark filings have hobby implications. Topps, Panini and USA Basketball are among those making trading card-related requests with the United States Patent and Trademark Office.

Law of Cards: 2 Years Later and Trilegiant/Beckett Media Case Can Begin

Law of Cards: 2 Years Later and Trilegiant/Beckett Media Case Can Begin

By Paul Lesko

A lawsuit involving Beckett Media two years in the making is finally ready to start. Beckett is one defendant in the case that also involves a company named Trilegiant that allegedly charged unauthorized membership fees. Attorney Paul Lesko breaks the case down and offers his analysis.

Law of Cards: Andrew Luck and Leaf Settle Lawsuit

Law of Cards: Andrew Luck and Leaf Settle Lawsuit

By Paul Lesko

The case between Andrew Luck and Leaf Trading Cards didn’t last long. Both parties walked away after reaching a settlement. Paul Lesko provides the details and legal analysis.

Law of Cards: Beckett Answers COMC’s Counterclaims

Law of Cards: Beckett Answers COMC’s Counterclaims

By Paul Lesko

Beckett has responded to counterclaims raised by COMC in an on-going lawsuit over pricing data. Attorney Paul Lesko breaks down the response and shares whether he thinks it helps or hurts Beckett’s case.

Law of Cards: Beckett Beats Miller Cards by Default

Law of Cards: Beckett Beats Miller Cards by Default

By Paul Lesko

Beckett Media has won its lawsuit against Miller Cards when the defendant failed to show up in court. Attorney Paul Lesko has the details, including damages as well as analysis on possible ramifications.

Law of Cards: Bill Mastro To Enter Guilty Plea

Law of Cards: Bill Mastro To Enter Guilty Plea

By Paul Lesko

Bill Mastro is changing his tune. Early in the new year the big-time sports memorabilia dealer will enter a guilty plea stemming from fraud charges. Paul Lesko has the details and relevant court documents.

Law of Cards: Buzz Aldrin and Topps Settle Lawsuit

Law of Cards: Buzz Aldrin and Topps Settle Lawsuit

By Paul Lesko

Another trading card-related lawsuit comes back to Earth after Buzz Aldrin and Topps reached a settlement. Aldrin contended that the card maker used his image without permission in 2009 Topps American Heritage: Heroes Edition.

Law of Cards: Can an SAT Trick Help Upper Deck in Insurance Appeal?

Law of Cards: Can an SAT Trick Help Upper Deck in Insurance Appeal?

By Paul Lesko

In Law of Cards, Paul Lesko looks at Upper Deck’s appeal in their case against insurer, Endurance. Upper Deck isn’t happy about a court ruling that said the insurance company could stop making payments stemming from the fallout of the Yu-Gi-Oh! counterfeiting scandal.

Law of Cards: COMC Alleges Beckett Has No Trade Secrets

Law of Cards: COMC Alleges Beckett Has No Trade Secrets

By Paul Lesko

With the court allowing Beckett Media to alter its claims against COMC in their ongoing lawsuit, COMC has changed some of their allegations as well, claiming that Beckett shouldn’t have trade secret protection.

Law of Cards: COMC Countersues Beckett

Law of Cards: COMC Countersues Beckett

By Paul Lesko

COMC has responded to Beckett’s lawsuit against them with a suit of their own. COMC is alleging a breach of contract for Beckett terminating a licensing agreement between the two.

Law of Cards: Court Reigns in the Upper Deck v Upper Deck Case

Law of Cards: Court Reigns in the Upper Deck v Upper Deck Case

By Paul Lesko

The judge in the Upper Deck v. Upper Deck International case has simplified matters by throwing out several claims that threatened to complicate the original suit. Paul Lesko has full details, legal analysis and copies of the court documents.

Law of Cards: Electronic Trading Card Patent Lawsuit Update

Law of Cards: Electronic Trading Card Patent Lawsuit Update

By Paul Lesko

Paul Lesko has an update on a potentially important lawsuit between Wildcat and 4Kids Entertainment, which includes several high-profile hobby defendants like Topps and Panini. He also discusses why the complex case could take years to resolve.

Law of Cards: How Much Does Topps Make from Chrome?

Law of Cards: How Much Does Topps Make from Chrome?

By Paul Lesko

Have you ever wondered just many packs of cards are sold? A Topps trademark application response reveals how many packs of Topps Chrome and Bowman Chrome sold between March, 2007 and the end of 2011.

Law of Cards: Industry Summit 2014 Summary

Law of Cards: Industry Summit 2014 Summary

By Paul Lesko

Paul Lesko recounts his time at the 2014 Industry Summit and some of the legal issues he talked to dealers, collectors and manufacturers about.

Law of Cards: Judge Rejects Bill Mastro Plea Bargain, Trial Likely

Law of Cards: Judge Rejects Bill Mastro Plea Bargain, Trial Likely

By Paul Lesko

Bill Mastro went to court today likely expecting his plea bargain for alleged auction fraud and sports memorabilia doctoring. The judge denied the deal, though, likely setting up a full trial. Paul Lesko has a report from the courtroom.

Law of Cards: Panini Defends Its LIMITED Mark

Law of Cards: Panini Defends Its LIMITED Mark

By Paul Lesko

With Panini continuing to battle for a trademark on Limited, attorney Paul Lesko brings us up to speed on the card maker’s latest trial brief in an attempt to help its case facing opposition from Topps.

Law of Cards: Panini's Busy Week at the Trademark Office

Law of Cards: Panini’s Busy Week at the Trademark Office

By Paul Lesko

A couple of familiar names in the hobby are also its latest trademarks. Panini has been granted registrations for both Rated Rookie and National Treasures. They also applied for a couple more. Paul Lesko has the details.

Law of Cards: The Battles of Linsanity

Law of Cards: The Battles of Linsanity

By Paul Lesko

Although Jeremy Lin’s basketball season is over, the battle over ‘Linsanity’ is just beginning. Literally. In Law of Cards, Paul Lesko explores why a ‘Linsanity’ trademark is a complicated matter and why the early-season success of Cardinals pitcher Lance Lynn could make things even messier.

Law of Cards: The Trademark Tide Turns on the Crimson

Law of Cards: The Trademark Tide Turns on the Crimson

By Paul Lesko

Details and legal analysis of a long-running trademark case between sports artist Daniel Moore and the University of Alabama. Although the case doesn’t touch directly on the hobby, Paul Lesko looks at how it might impact the future of unlicensed trading cards.

Law of Cards: Upper Deck and MLB Close to Settling Lawsuit

Law of Cards: Upper Deck and MLB Close to Settling Lawsuit

By Paul Lesko

Two months after MLB Properties sued Upper Deck for breach of contract, the two parties look to be headed for a settlement. Law of Cards columnist, Paul Lesko, has the details as well as notes on other pending Upper Deck cases.

Law of Cards: Upper Deck Files For Impel Trademark

Law of Cards: Upper Deck Files For Impel Trademark

By Paul Lesko

Upper Deck is reviving a brand that’s likely known by early-90s Star Trek and comic card collectors — Impel. It’s the subject of a new Upper Deck trademark. Paul Lesko has the details and legal analysis.

Law of Cards: Upper Deck v. Upper Deck Goes Nuclear

Law of Cards: Upper Deck v. Upper Deck Goes Nuclear

By Paul Lesko

The Upper Deck v. Upper Deck International case is getting even nastier, with both sides making personal claims. We look at the latest testimony as both sides look like they’re headed to a nuclear war.

Law of Cards: Upper Deck v. Upper Deck Is Over!

Law of Cards: Upper Deck v. Upper Deck Is Over!

By Paul Lesko

The long-running legal dispute between Upper Deck and Upper Deck International has come to an end as both sides have agreed to a settlement. Paul Lesko has the legal details.

Leaf Sues Panini Over Prizm Brand

Leaf Sues Panini Over Prizm Brand

By Paul Lesko

Leaf is suing Panini over trademark infringement. Leaf alleges that Panini’s Prizm line is too close to their own Prismatic trademark. Paul Lesko has the full details, analysis and a copy of the complaint.

LeBron James Memorabilia Falls Further Behind Kobe Bryant, Michael Jordan

LeBron James Memorabilia Falls Further Behind Kobe Bryant, Michael Jordan

By Brett Lewis

King James continues to fall behind Kobe and Air Jordan when it comes to memorabilia sales according to a recent article in written by Jonathan Berr of the website Daily Finance. According to “Antiques Roadshow” appraiser Leila Dunbar, below are the highest sales for a LeBron, Kobe, and Jordan game-used jerseys: LeBron James = $8,000 […]

LeBron, Saints, Vuvuzela, Highlight eBay's 2010 Top Shopped Report

LeBron, Saints, Vuvuzela, Highlight eBay’s 2010 Top Shopped Report

By Brett Lewis

Star of the decision LeBron James, Super Bowl Champion New Orleans Saints, the World Cup’s infamous eardrum destroyer known as the Vuvuzela, Apple’s iPhone 4 and iPad and the ever-popular Beatles highlight 2010’s most sought after items on eBay.

Limited Edition Tim Tebow Nike Air Trainer 1.2 Shoes Create Feeding Frenzy On eBay

Limited Edition Tim Tebow Nike Air Trainer 1.2 Shoes Create Feeding Frenzy On eBay

By Brett Lewis

Last Friday, Nike in collaboration with EA Sports released a limited edition Tim Tebow version of the Nike Air Trainer 1.2 shoe. 506 pairs of the shoe were created as a promotion for the video game NCAA Football 11, which features the ex-Gator great on the cover. Along with the Florida Gators color scheme, Tebow’s “Promise” speech from September […]

Nike Releases Kobe, LeBron and Durant's Christmas Day Shoes

Nike Releases Kobe, LeBron and Durant’s Christmas Day Shoes

By Brett Lewis

Black Mamba, Durantula and King James’ limited edition Christmas day Nike Shoes go on sale to the public. Those for a taste for all things flashy will no doubt like the latest shoes from Nike’s big three spokesman. For those who like safe things, these shoes are probably far too overtop.

Nike Releases Oregon's BCS National Championship Uniforms

Nike Releases Oregon’s BCS National Championship Uniforms

By Brett Lewis

Nike CEO Phil Knight personally selects the uniforms the University of Oregon will wear during their BCS title match-up versus Cam Newton’s Auburn Tigers. The jersey will be the 13th different jersey worn by the Ducks in 13 games during the 2010 NCAA football season. Bonus gallery of every Nike uniform worn by the Ducks during the 2010 NCAA Football Season!

Panini Confirms NFL, NFLPA Exclusive Starting in 2016

Panini Confirms NFL, NFLPA Exclusive Starting in 2016

By Trey Treutel

Get complete information on the Panini NFL and NFLPA exclusive. Topps and Panini both currently have an NFL license, but an agreement with the NFLPA will change that starting in 2016.

Panini Lands Exclusive CLC Trading Card License

Panini Lands Exclusive CLC Trading Card License

By Ryan Cracknell

Panini’s near takeover of the college trading card market is complete. The manufacturer has signed an exclusive deal with the CLC, which includes nearly 150 schools.

Panini Signs Multi-Year Trading Card Deal With NHL

Panini Signs Multi-Year Trading Card Deal With NHL

By Brett Lewis

Today, the NHL and NHLPA announced a multi-year trading card distribution deal with Panini and Upper Deck. The terms of the agreement are not fully known, but what is known is that for the first time since 2005-06, Upper Deck will not go un-opposed in the Hockey sector of the hobby. Panini’s first 2010-11 Hockey […]

Philadelphia Phillies Giving Away Pope Francis Rookie Cards

Philadelphia Phillies Giving Away Pope Francis Rookie Cards

By Trey Treutel

The pope is visiting the United States and collectors have not been forgotten. Complete details for the 2015 Philadelphia Phillies Pope Francis card giveaway during the September 16 game against the Washington Nationals.

Possible Legal Ramifications of Upper Deck's New Distribution Policy

Possible Legal Ramifications of Upper Deck’s New Distribution Policy

By Paul Lesko

In March, Upper Deck announced a new distribution program. Sounds boring, right? Once you look beyond the legalese, you’ll see that Upper Deck might have just declared war against the Internet. Stick with me for a bit. It’s important because it could affect prices of Upper Deck cards. And I’ll translate the legalese, so don’t […]

PSA Paranoia: Expecting Perfection From Imperfect Pieces Of Cardboard

PSA Paranoia: Expecting Perfection From Imperfect Pieces Of Cardboard

By Brett Lewis

Paranoia (par-a-noia), noun;   a tendency on the part of an individual or group toward excessive or irrational suspiciousness and distrustfulness of others. Example: You just opened a pack of cards and your worst nightmare is realized, you’ve pulled an insanely awesome card! You become filled with anxiety as your eyes scan the front of the card, […]

PSA/DNA’s Invisible Ink to Certify Super Bowl XLV Memorabilia

PSA/DNA’s Invisible Ink to Certify Super Bowl XLV Memorabilia

By Brett Lewis

During Super Bowl XLV, PSA/DNA will continues it’s fight against fakes and forgeries in the world of sports memorabilia by using invisible ink and lasers to certify the authenticity of game used footballs, pylons and even the coin used for the coin flip.

Rebirth of Hartland LLC Takes Next Steps

Rebirth of Hartland LLC Takes Next Steps

By Rob Bertrand

Hartland LLC has announced that they will be moving their manufacturing facility and starting a new auction division. Full information regrading the changes for the popular sports figure company can be found here.

Shot Clock is Running on the Panini v Leaf Lawsuit

Shot Clock is Running on the Panini v Leaf Lawsuit

By Paul Lesko

Leaf is looking for a quick end to its case with Panini, filing a motion for summary judgment. Panini is trying to stop Leaf from using Kevin Durant autograph stickers purchased on the secondary market.

Six Charged in Game-Used Sports Memorabilia Probe

Six Charged in Game-Used Sports Memorabilia Probe

By Trey Treutel

In a case that could have huge hobby ramifications, charges have been laid against six men for selling hundreds of thousands of dollars worth of fake game-used sports memorabilia. Trading card companies were apparently among the group’s customers.

Slash Collection to Hit Auction Block March 26th

Slash Collection to Hit Auction Block March 26th

By Brett Lewis

Former Guns N’ Roses, Velvet Revolver guitarist’s personal collection to hit the auction block on March 26th. Top-hats, guitars, jewelry, cars, pin ball machines, leather jackets and other unique Slash items fill out the roster of bad ass memorabilia.

Sports Card Box Breaking Dictionary

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.

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Stephen Strasburg Superfractor Re-Sold For $25,000

Stephen Strasburg Superfractor Re-Sold For $25,000

By Brett Lewis

2010 Bowman Chrome Prospects Stephen Strasburg Superfractor re-sold on eBay for $25,000 just weeks after it was purchased for $16,403. Meanwhile, the fate of the Red Auto remains a mystery.

The Cardboard Connection is Hiring

The Cardboard Connection is Hiring

By Jennifer Smeth

The Cardboard Connection is looking to hire several new writers knowledgeable in Sports Cards, Autographs and Memorabilia, Vintage Sports Cards, Prospect Cards, Entertainment Cards, English Premier League Soccer Cards, European Soccer Cards, MLS Cards, Hockey Cards and Digital Trading Cards.

Theft of Finite Sports Memorabilia Catches Up With Florida Man

Theft of Finite Sports Memorabilia Catches Up With Florida Man

By Brett Lewis

Florida man is proof that stealing sports memorabilia will catch up to you someday, as the finite nature of the items stolen makes them easily identifiable. Especially when those items include a Michael Jordan autographed jersey and LeBron James autographed shoes.

Three Plead Guilty in Fake Sports Memorabilia Case

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.

Top 10 Most Marketable Major League Baseball Players

Top 10 Most Marketable Major League Baseball Players

By Brett Lewis

Survey concludes that Derek Jeter, Albert Pujols, Joe Mauer, and Stephen Strasburg are among baseball’s most marketable players. The survey included corporate brand managers, marketing and branding executives, agencies, and baseball media.

Top 20 MLB Jersey Sales From the 2010 Baseball Season

Top 20 MLB Jersey Sales From the 2010 Baseball Season

By Brett Lewis

Derek Jeter, Joe Mauer and Roy Halladay were the three best selling MLB jerseys from the 2010 baseball season according to the MLB, MLBPA and Majestic. Meanwhile, the New York Yankees yet again topped overall team merchandise sales.

Top 20 Most Marketable Major League Baseball Players Under 25

Top 20 Most Marketable Major League Baseball Players Under 25

By Brett Lewis

According to a recent survey done by Street & Smith’s Erik Swanson and Brian Helfrich, Washington Nationals’ rookie hurler Stephen Strasburg is Baseball’s most marketable player under the age of 25. The survey was distributed to corporate brand managers, marketing and branding executives, agencies and baseball media, who were asked to list, in order, the top […]

Topps Accused of Marking Expired Patents on Ring Pops

Topps Accused of Marking Expired Patents on Ring Pops

By Paul Lesko

The Topps Company was sued on May 20, 2011, for allegedly falsely marking its Ring Pop, Baby Bottle Pop and Bazooka Joe products with expired patents. In English, this means Topps is accused of claiming these products are protected by patents when they are not. If you don’t recall the Ring Pop, a picture from […]

Topps Diamond Giveaway Website Goes Live

Topps Diamond Giveaway Website Goes Live

By Brett Lewis

The code entering phase of Topps’ Diamond Giveaway promotion officially begins. Each Diamond Giveaway code card unlocks one 1952-2009 Topps card and gives collectors one “dig point”, which is used to search for buried prizes on a virtual baseball field. Code cards are seeded in packs of 2011 Topps Series 1 Baseball.

Topps Ring Pop Lawsuit Resolved

Topps Ring Pop Lawsuit Resolved

By Paul Lesko

The lawsuit accusing Topps of marking Ring Pops with expired patents is resolved as quickly as it began. In Law of Cards, Paul Lesko speculates over the lack of drama.

Topps Secures Exclusive Minor League Baseball Card License

Topps Secures Exclusive Minor League Baseball Card License

By Jennifer Smeth

Major League Baseball Properties (MLBP) and the Topps Company have just today announced a new multi-year deal that will grant Topps the exclusive trading card licensing rights to Minor League Baseball. The agreement makes Topps the Official Baseball Card of Minor League Baseball. Starting January 1, 2010, Topps will be the only trading card manufacturer […]

Topps Signs Exclusive Trading Card Agreement With Major League Baseball

Topps Signs Exclusive Trading Card Agreement With Major League Baseball

By Jennifer Smeth

The Topps Company landed a decisive blow against Upper Deck  earlier this week by signing an agreement with Major League Baseball that will give them exclusive rights to produce MLB baseball cards. The multi-year deal, which is expected to be officially announced later today, will take effect once the 2010 MLB Season begins next year. […]

Tuff Stuff Releasing Final Issue This February

Tuff Stuff Releasing Final Issue This February

By Brett Lewis

After 25 years in the sports card pricing business, Tuff Stuff will release it’s final issue this February. In addition to this, Sports Collectors Digest will scale back it’s production and become a bi-monthly periodical after nearly 20 years as a weekly offering.

Upper Deck Countersues Upper Deck International

Upper Deck Countersues Upper Deck International

By Paul Lesko

Upper Deck has brought a countersuit against Upper Deck International. The dueling lawsuits show a battle for company control and bring to light allegations of greed and even substance abuse.

Upper Deck International Bankruptcy Slows Case vs Upper Deck

Upper Deck International Bankruptcy Slows Case vs Upper Deck

By Paul Lesko

Held back by bankruptcy proceeding, Upper Deck International has filed for a six-month stay in its case with the US-based Upper Deck. Paul Lesko outlines why this could lead to an early end to this heated court battle.

Upper Deck International Sues Upper Deck

Upper Deck International Sues Upper Deck

By Paul Lesko

In what is possibly the strangest lawsuit to hit the hobby, Upper Deck is suing itself. Upper Deck International is taking legal action against Upper Deck in connection with the counterfeiting of Yu-Gi-Oh cards.

Upper Deck Loses NFL License

Upper Deck Loses NFL License

By Brett Lewis

Upper Deck announced on Wednesday that they will no longer be licensed to produce Football Cards. Over the last year and a half, Upper Deck has seen it’s fortunes change drastically: January 27th, 2009- Panini secures exclusive rights to manufacture license NBA Cards November 30th, 2009- Topps secures exclusive rights to manufacture licensed MLB Cards […]

Upper Deck President Allegedly Drunk in Deposition

Upper Deck President Allegedly Drunk in Deposition

By Paul Lesko

Upper Deck president Richard McWilliam allegedly showed up drunk for a deposition in Upper Deck’s case with Kareem Abdul-Jabbar. Paul Lesko breaks down what happened and the possible ramifications.

Upper Deck Settles Lawsuit With Konami

Upper Deck Settles Lawsuit With Konami

By Trey Treutel

Upper Deck has come to a successful resolution with Konami over their year-long dispute regarding Yu-Gi-Oh!® trading cards. On the eve of trial, the court issued several rulings in Upper Deck’s favor which eliminated and gravely threatened many of Konami’s monetary claims requests. These rulings sent Konami and its attorneys into retreat as Konami’s case […]

Upper Deck's Legal Battle With Konami Heats Up

Upper Deck’s Legal Battle With Konami Heats Up

By Jennifer Smeth

After a year of relatively under the radar litigation, The Upper Deck Company’s case against Konami Entertainment appears headed for a disastrous outcome.  Konami Entertainment has accused Upper Deck of copyright infringement, breach of contract and trademark counterfeiting, saying that Upper Deck illegally reproduced more than 600,000 Yu-Gi-Oh! cards. Upper Deck could face hundreds of […]

Warning! Sharing This May Result in Cards This Father's Day

Warning! Sharing This May Result in Cards This Father’s Day

By Ryan Cracknell

Dads, increase your odds of getting sports cards this Father’s Day by sharing this article with your partner and children. It provides full details on the 2012 Panini Father’s Day set including instructions on how to take part and a list of participating shops.

Wayne Gretzky PSA 10 Rookie Card Sets New Record

Wayne Gretzky PSA 10 Rookie Card Sets New Record

By Jennifer Smeth

UPDATE 5/2/11 Wayne Gretzky’s PSA 10 O-Pee-Chee rookie card sold for $94,163 on Sunday. SCP Auctions claims that this is the most a hockey card single has ever sold for. Check out our full Wayne Gretzky Hockey Cards Profile. The Laguna Niguel Auction house and SCP Auctions Inc. are hosting a sports memorabilia silent auction […]

What is Bowman Black?

What is Bowman Black?

By Paul Lesko

For collectors who can’t get enough of the Bowman brand, a new trademark filing suggests that Topps is looking to introduce a new line called Bowman Black.

What's Your Wallet Card?

What’s Your Wallet Card?

By Julie Develin

Looking to have a little fun with some of your cards? Maybe you want to make a connection. Maybe it’s time to pick a #WalletCard.

Who's Coming to the 2012 National? Full Autograph Lineup and Schedule

Who’s Coming to the 2012 National? Full Autograph Lineup and Schedule

By Ryan Cracknell

2012 National Sports Collectors Convention autograph guest, schedule and prices. Get full details on who’s signing at the National in Baltimore on August 1-5. Highlights include Cal Ripken Jr, Pete Rose, Rickey Henderson, Emmitt Smith and Barry Sanders.