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1980-81 Topps Hockey Cards
1980-81 Topps Hockey is notable for its scratch-off card fronts. A loaded rookie card checklist includes Ray Bourque, Mike Gartner and Mike Liut.
2012 Topps Pro Debut Baseball Cards
2012 Topps Pro Debut marks the third year that Topps has been the exclusive manufacturer for MiLB baseball cards. Boxes of the reasonably priced product promise two autographs and two relic cards. Collectors can also chase short prints, numbered parallels and more.
Fashionable Ladies and Guys in Hats Surprise in 2012 Topps Allen & Ginter
Get complete details on Fashionable Ladies and Guys in Hats mini cards, a pair of surprise inclusions in 2012 Topps Allen & Ginter Baseball. This comprehensive guide includes a checklist, buying guide and images of every card in both sets.
2012 Topps Baseball Complete Set Hobby Edition
One of the hobby’s most rooted traditions, the 2012 Topps Baseball Complete Set Hobby Edition comes with all Series 1 and Series 2 base cards plus a pack of five exclusive Orange parallels.
1970-71 Topps Hockey Cards
Gilbert Perreault and Brad Park both have rookie cards in 1970-71 Topps Hockey. The 132-card set features a distinct design that is most notable for five lights in the background.
Most Valuable 1970s Baseball Rookie Cards
What are the most valuable rookie cards from the 1970s? We’ve analyzed the numbers and are counting down the top 17. Expect surprises.
1971-72 Topps Hockey Cards
A classic design and the rookie card of Ken Dryden, one of the best goalies ever, make 1971-72 Topps Hockey stand out. The set also has several cards that 1971-72 O-Pee-Chee Hockey doesn’t, including another all-time great, Gordie Howe.
Athlete Trademark of the Week – House of Spears
In the latest athlete filing a trademark application, Ndamukong Suh is looking to gain control of the phrase “House of Spears.” Paul Lesko has all the details and the specifics of the application.
1981-82 Topps Hockey Cards
1981-82 Topps Hockey suffered from a different distribution method. While the first 66 cards were available everywhere, the West and East each had their own additional 66 cards. Key rookies include Jari Kurri, Denis Savard, Peter Stastny and Dino Ciccarelli.
1978-79 Topps Hockey Cards
Mike Bossy, Doug Wilson and Bernie Federko all have rookie cards in 1978-79 Topps Hockey. The design features a lot of familiar elements while the 264-card checklist is comprehensive.
Law of Cards: New Upper Deck Patent Shows Patentese Doesn’t Always Make Sense
Have you ever read a patent document? Law of Cards’ Paul Lesko uses a new Upper Deck patent to show just how complex and confusing these documents can be.
2012 Upper Deck Soccer Cards
2012 Upper Deck Soccer kicks off another MLS season with stellar photography, one autograph and four game-used memorabilia cards, including one premium- or multi-swatch card, in every hobby box.
Comprehensive Guide to Mark Trumbo Rookie Cards
A key piece of the Angels’ offense, Mark Trumbo has emerged as one of baseball’s most dangerous hitters. Get detailed info on his rookie cards, including images and a buying guide.
2012 Topps Pro Debut Baseball Variation Short Prints Checklist and Guide
Get a full checklist for all 50 2012 Topps Pro Debut Baseball variation short prints. Includes images, descriptions and other info.
2011-12 SP Authentic Hockey Autograph Short Prints
Here is everything you need to know about the 2011-12 SP Authentic Sign of the Times autographs and dual autographs. Get a complete break down of insertion rates, groupings and short prints with this organized checklist.
Trading Card Swag and Exclusives at the 2012 San Diego Comic-Con
Every year, the San Diego Comic-Con has tons of exclusive trading cards. We’ve compiled a list of cards and trading card promos offered at the 2012 San Diego Comic-Con.
2011-12 SP Authentic Hockey Cards
2011-12 SP Authentic Hockey sees the return of a hobby mainstay. Boxes come with three autographs including at least one autographed Future Watch rookie card. Other collector favorites like Rookie Holo F/X holograms and Sign of the Times autographs return.
2012 Topps Mars Attacks Heritage Trading Cards
2012 Topps Mars Attacks Heritage reprints the original 55 cards while adding 25 new images. Inserts include multi-colored parallels, 3D lenticular cards and the first official Mars Attacks sketch cards.
