Hey there, sports card fans! Buckle up because the sports card industry is like a wild rollercoaster ride these days. 🎢
First off, let’s talk about the big news:
Panini, the Italian cardmaking giant, is suing Fanatics, the American sports memorabilia company.
Why? Because Fanatics is set to take over the licenses for sports cards for three of the four major North American sports. It’s like a corporate tug-of-war; we’re all just watching from the sidelines, munching popcorn.
Next up, the Topps Cosmic Chrome 2024 release is out, and it’s literally out of this world! With space-themed designs and rare inserts, collectors are going nuts trying to complete their cosmic collections
It’s like a space race, but we’re using cards instead of rockets.
Let’s not forget the vintage card craze.
Cards from Michael Jordan’s first NBA season are still bringing in big bucks. It’s like finding a hidden treasure in your attic, except it’s a piece of cardboard, and it’s worth a fortune.
But wait, there’s more!
The COVID pandemic gave the card-collecting industry a boost.
With everyone stuck at home, people turned to hobbies like card collecting, and now we’ve got new tech and companies popping up left and right. It’s like the Wild West of sports cards, and everyone’s trying to stake their claim. Everyone has software now to tell which cards and players are moving the market. Or, how to quickly scan cards and add them to your collection. I’ve seen some sportscard bloggers recommend $600+ flatbed scanners with a straight face…
So, whether you’re a newbie or a seasoned collector, the sports card industry is full of surprises, drama, and a whole lot of fun. Just remember, it’s not just about the cards—it’s about the thrill of the chase and the stories behind each piece of cardboard. Happy collecting.
Sources:
The Vicious, Multibillion-Dollar War Over Sports Trading Cards | The New Republic
Sports Cards | News, Scores, Highlights, Stats, and Rumors | Bleacher Report
Sports Cards | News, Scores, Highlights, Stats, and Rumors | Bleacher Report
