Category: Sports Card News

  • Collector’s Dream: Shohei Ohtani’s 1/1 Superfractor Pulled

    Collector’s Dream: Shohei Ohtani’s 1/1 Superfractor Pulled

    The recent unveiling of a 1/1 Shohei Ohtani Superfractor autograph card from the highly sought-after “2024 Topps 50/50: Shohei Ohtani” collection has sent ripples of excitement through the sports card community. This card, celebrating Ohtani’s historical 50-home-run, 50-stolen-base season—the first-ever in MLB history—has swiftly become the talk of the town among collectors. The “2024 Topps…

  • Fanatics and Sotheby’s Sports Card Sales Reach $2 Million

    Fanatics and Sotheby’s Sports Card Sales Reach $2 Million

    Fanatics and Sotheby’s recently concluded their second joint auction, the “Exquisite | Capsule Collection,” which featured a curated selection of premium sports cards from Upper Deck’s Exquisite series. This collaboration yielded an impressive $2 million in sales, with a mere 11 cards capturing the attention of collectors worldwide. One of the standout items of the…

  • Superman Trading Cards Surge Amid Movie Buzz

    Superman Trading Cards Surge Amid Movie Buzz

    The world of trading cards is currently abuzz with excitement as the news of a new Superman movie sparks a surge in the market. The trading card industry, which experienced a significant boom during the COVID-19 pandemic, has once again found itself at the center of attention due to the upcoming film. One of the…

  • Whatnot: Revolutionizing Baseball Cards and Beyond

    Whatnot: Revolutionizing Baseball Cards and Beyond

    The world of collectibles is undergoing a radical transformation, fueled by the meteoric rise of Whatnot, a live-stream shopping network revolutionizing the way people buy and sell items. Armand Wilson, Vice President of Categories & Expansion at Whatnot, reveals that the platform has seen unprecedented success, with a card being sold every second, showcasing the…

  • Topps Graphite Tennis Makes a Stylish Debut

    Topps Graphite Tennis Makes a Stylish Debut

    Topps, best known for its iconic baseball cards, is serving up a new ace in the trading card game with the launch of Topps Graphite Tennis. This foray into the world of tennis cards marks a bold move by the company, bringing a fresh take on the often overlooked sport in the collecting community. The…

  • Baseball Card Heist: Two Sentenced

    Baseball Card Heist: Two Sentenced

    Two men faced sentencing on Monday in connection to a daring heist that shook the quiet town of Strongsville. Jacob R. Paxton, a 28-year-old from Brunswick, found himself in a sticky situation after pleading guilty to aggravated theft. This crime involved the disappearance of rare and valuable baseball cards, worth an eye-watering $2.1 million, from…

  • USC Grad’s Double Rare Topps Debut Patch Card Triumph

    USC Grad’s Double Rare Topps Debut Patch Card Triumph

    Alec Word, a recent graduate from the University of Southern California, had more than just academic success to celebrate in December. Stepping into the world of sports card collecting, Alec found himself at the center of an extraordinary streak of luck that would leave any hobbyist green with envy. After earning his degree in Business…

  • Aaron Judge’s Infamous Dropped Fly Ball Sells for $43,510

    Aaron Judge’s Infamous Dropped Fly Ball Sells for $43,510

    The 2024 World Series brought both excitement and heartbreak for baseball fans, particularly those rooting for the New York Yankees. The standout moment that left many fans with a sinking feeling was Aaron Judge’s dropped fly ball in Game 5. This pivotal play became etched in baseball lore, and now, it has fetched a hefty…

  • Lionel Messi Named 2024 MLS MVP, Topps Now Card Sells Out

    Lionel Messi Named 2024 MLS MVP, Topps Now Card Sells Out

    Lionel Messi’s exceptional talent has once again taken the football world by storm as he clinched the prestigious title of the 2024 MLS Most Valuable Player. The award is a testament to Messi’s extraordinary second season with Inter Miami CF, where he showcased unparalleled prowess, delivering a staggering 36 goal contributions in a mere 19…

  • Excitement Builds: Call of Duty League 2022-23 Trading Cards

    Excitement Builds: Call of Duty League 2022-23 Trading Cards

    The anticipation and excitement are palpable as the Call of Duty League (CDL) unveils its latest trading card collection for the 2022-23 season. Available now on Upper Deck’s website, these cards promise to showcase the best players and memorable moments from Call of Duty: Vanguard and Modern Warfare 2. This release marks a significant moment…