Sports Card Industry Battles Escalate as Major Players Head to Court
In a dramatic turn of events shaking up the sports card market, three industry giants—Fanatics, Panini, and Advance—have found themselves locked in a series of legal disputes. The lawsuits, which span allegations of anti-competitive practices and breaches of...
CGC Cards Launches On-Site Grading at Fanatics with 24hr Turnaround
CGC Cards has officially launched its full-time, on-site operation at Fanatics Collect’s Tigard, Oregon facility, offering collectors and dealers fast, streamlined access to card authentication and grading services. The service aims to provide expedited turnaround...
Rolling Stones Partner with Panini to Launch their own Trading Cards
The Rolling Stones, one of the most legendary rock bands of all time, have partnered with Panini America to create their first-ever licensed trading card set. This unique collection, titled “Prizm The Rolling Stones,” honors the band’s more than...
Over 1.5 Million Cards Were Graded in June with Wemby Topping the List
The sports card grading industry experienced an unprecedented surge in June, with over 1.5 million cards being graded. This remarkable activity was driven in part by the popularity of Victor Wembanyama, the NBA’s top draft pick, whose cards topped the grading charts....
Mickey Mantle Baseball Card Sells for Record $12.6M
A 1952 Topps Mickey Mantle rookie card recently made headlines by selling for a record-breaking $12.6 million at an auction conducted by Heritage Auctions. This sale established the card as the most expensive sports memorabilia ever sold, surpassing the previous...
Michael Jordan’s Chicago Mansion Listing Price Cut in Half
Michael Jordan’s house in Highland Park has resurfaced on the market at nearly half its original listing price. Initially listed for $29 million in 2012, the estate is now priced at $14.8 million, according to Zillow. The seven-acre estate boasts a 56,000 square...
Vintage Baseball Cards Worth Over $2.1 Million Recovered; Former Hotel Employee Charged
A major theft involving over $2.1 million worth of vintage baseball cards has been resolved with the recovery of most of the stolen items. Memory Lane, a Tustin, CA-based company, reported the cards missing on April 18 after their delivery to the Best Western Plus...
Rare Babe Ruth Cards and Vintage Sets to Headline Auction
Seventy-six years after Babe Ruth’s No. 3 jersey was retired at Yankee Stadium, his legacy continues to captivate collectors. The June Encore Auction at Robert Edward Auctions (REA), running through June 23, features nearly two dozen Babe Ruth items, including a rare...
Willie Mays Moves on to the Diamond in the Sky
Willie Mays, one of the most iconic figures in baseball history, passed away at the age of 93 on June 18, 2024. Known as “The Say Hey Kid,” Mays was renowned for his incredible talent and contributions to the sport. His career spanned over two decades,...
Boston Celtics Secure Record 18th NBA Title with Victory Over Dallas Mavericks
In an electrifying conclusion to the 2024 NBA Finals, the Boston Celtics claimed their 18th championship, surpassing the Dallas Mavericks with a nail-biting 106-99 victory in Game 4, solidifying their place as the most decorated franchise in NBA history. The win was...
Idaho Homeowner Discovers 1,600 Baseball Cards Under Wallpaper
When Melissa Brodt began renovating her newly acquired fixer-upper in Boise, Idaho, she anticipated the usual surprises that come with an old house. However, what she discovered was anything but typical. As she peeled back layers of wallpaper in an upstairs bedroom,...Follow Sundo
