Card of the Day: Corey Patterson 1999 Topps Traded RC Auto

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So far, I have awarded two of five cards from my month-long contest. They have been packed and sent. Last week had no winner. I had plenty of comments but the best had no e-mail address associated to them.I really want to give away Willie Mays (below, …

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We’re only about two months away from the 34th National Sports Collectors Convention which will be held in Chicago from 7/31 to 8/4.  There is no question that one of the major draws are the promos given away by many of the manufacturers.  Collectors lineup early and rush through the doors so they can get […]

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Topps is hoping this one gets baseball collectors’ stamp of approval.

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Keith Hernandez 1989 Bowman When  I picked up this baseball card of Keith Hernandez, I bought it ‘on the blind’ during a little spree on Sportlots.com. Being the dedicated player collector that I am, I was going after stacks of … Continue reading →

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Join Beckett Baseball’s Chris Olds and Brian Fleischer as they rip into boxes of 2013 Topps Museum Collection in this latest edition of Box Busters.

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The next installment comes out in late September with items for adults and children to collect.

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2002 Topps Super Teams ‘Super Teammates’ Starring Lou Brock & Bob Gibson It would be very hard to note like a card that featured Cardinals legends Lou Brock and Bob Gibson.  And if you’re a St. Louis Cardinals fan, you … Continue reading →

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(As this blog has been around for five years now, I thought that now would be a good time for an Extreme Blog Makeover. Hope you like the changes. Let me know if there are any problems. Thanks.)

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Thanks to the Topps Card Randomizer, introducing the Random Topps Team Set of the Week:

Team: 2012 Miami Marlins
Record: 69-93, fifth place, NL East Division.
Manager: Ozzie Guillen
Card on the Top: Jose Reyes

The checklist consists of the follow…

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By Susan Lulgjuraj | Beckett Sports Card Monthly Editor Topps is keeping up with the Garbage Pail Kids releasing Brand New Series 3 in October. The newest GPK set will feature 170 cards in the with 132 base (66 A and B versions), three inserts sets and eight hobby-only bonus cards. Each hobby box will [...]

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Topps previewed its flagship-capping third standard release of the year on Wednesday, and it’s 2013 Topps Update that will arrive on Oct. 14 packing the final chances at The Chase for the season.

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Thanks to the Topps Card Randomizer, introducing the Random Topps Card of the Day for Wednesday, May 22, 2013:

Official Card Set Name and Card Number: 2008 Topps Updates and Highlights #UH247.
Player Name, position, team: Scott Podsednik, outfiel…

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Thanks to the Topps Card Randomizer, introducing the Random Topps Card of the Day for Tuesday, May 21, 2013:

Official Card Set Name and Card Number: 1989 Topps Traded #108T.
Player Name, position, team: Juan Samuel, outfielder-second baseman, New…

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It’s no longer a mystery who will appear on the second 2013 Bowman Lucky Redemption card.

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Thanks to the Topps Card Randomizer, introducing the Random Topps Card of the Day for Monday, May 20, 2013:

Official Card Set Name and Card Number: 2006 Topps #100.
Player Name, position, team: Barry Bonds, outfielder, San Francisco Giants.
Major …

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It’s Minor League Monday!!! Thanks to the Topps Card Randomizer, introducing the Random Topps Pro Debut Card of the Week:

Official Card Set Name and Card Number: 2010 Topps Pro Debut #141.
Player Name, position, team: Sean Ratliff, outfielder, Sav…

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Fergie Jenkins 2013 Topps Tribute – Base It is so nice to see that Fergie Jenkins made it into a few 2013 Topps sets so far this year.  It gives me the chance to build up my collection a bit … Continue reading →

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It’s Retro Sunday!!! Thanks to the Topps Card Randomizer, introducing the Random Topps Card of the Day for Sunday, May 19, 2013:

Official Card Set Name and Card Number: 1973 Topps #78.
Player Name, position, team: Richie Scheinblum, outfielder, Ka…

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Jim Rice 1980 Topps Jim Rice’s card from the 1980 Topps set is a nice one. And as you can se, it looks like Mr. Rice is prepped to unleash a fierce swing. Check it out: By most measures, Jim … Continue reading →

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Happy Birthday Reginald Martinez Jackson!!! You may know him as Reggie or as Mr. October or as 1 of the greatest World Series heroes in baseball history. However you know him, Reginald Martinez Jackson turns 67 years old today!! I … Continue reading →

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Thanks to the Topps Card Randomizer, introducing the Random Topps Card of the Day for Friday, May 10, 2013:

Official Card Set Name and Card Number: 1983 Topps #269.
Player Name, position, team: Frank Thomas, first baseman, Chicago White Sox.
Major…

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Card #194842010 Topps #387 Josh FieldsComments on the card: I kind of liked the big swoosh on these cards when I first saw them but find the set less to my liking these daysWhen acquired: 2010How acquired: Paid $0.19 for 6 packs of Series 2 bought at T…

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Keith Hernandez 1987 Topps Coming off of the 1986 baseball season and a World Series championship with the Mets, Keith Hernandez had a lot to smile about at the start of the 1987 baseball season. Sadly, the happiness did not … Continue reading →

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Thanks to the Topps Card Randomizer, introducing the Random Topps Card of the Day for Thursday, May 16, 2013:

Official Card Set Name and Card Number: 2008 Topps #205.
Player Name, position, team: Gil Meche, pitcher, Kansas City Royals.
Major Leagu…

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Yesterday, Topps released their newest Baseball card set.  It is called Topps Museum and it is a very high-end set.  A box will run you about $200 and it includes only 4 packs of 5 cards.  Each pack will have either a relic or autographe…

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Thanks to the Topps Card Randomizer, introducing the Random Topps Team Set of the Week:

Team: 2012 Chicago Cubs
Record: 61-101, fifth place, NL Central Division.
Manager: Dale Sveum
Card on the Top: Starlin Castro

The checklist consists of the fo…

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By Susan Lulgjuraj | Beckett Football Editor Topps was on site for the first day of the NFL Players Association Rookie Premiere in Los Angeles. Check out the photos below to see what Topps has in store for collectors. [View the story "Topps's first day at the NFLPA Rookie Premiere" on Storify]

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Heritage is headed down to the minors for the third straight season.

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Thanks to the Topps Card Randomizer, introducing the Random Topps Card of the Day for Wednesday, May 15, 2013:

Official Card Set Name and Card Number: 1980 Topps #385.
Player Name, position, team: Enos Cabell, third baseman, Houston Astros.
Major…

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‘Million Dollar Question’ – Better Card To Invest In: 1968 Topps Johnny Bench OR Nolan Ryan?? I am not really one for making large investments in baseball cards.  I have tagged myself as a ‘budget collector’ but I am not … Continue reading →

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