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Fanatics Enlists KPMG for Independent Audit to Verify Topps Card Distribution Randomness

Fanatics Enlists KPMG for Independent Audit to Verify Topps Card Distribution Randomness

Fanatics/Topps has taken a proactive step in transparency by engaging KPMG, a leading audit firm, to scrutinize its card distribution processes. This move aims to address longstanding concerns among…

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Caitlin Clark's WNBA Debut Cards Spark Frenzy on Panini's Website

Caitlin Clark's WNBA Debut Cards Spark Frenzy on Panini's Website

Caitlin Clark, a prominent figure from the 2024 WNBA draft class, made a splash in the trading card world as her debut WNBA cards were quickly snapped up on Panini's website. Released on the night of…

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Fanatics Expands Event Lineup Across the U.S., Adds New Promotions at Topps

Fanatics Expands Event Lineup Across the U.S., Adds New Promotions at Topps

Fanatics is expanding its event offerings beyond the previously announced New York City fan fest, planning several additional events throughout the U.S. that cater to both general fans and dedicated…

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Topps Extends Redemption Period for Autograph Cards to Ten Years

Topps Extends Redemption Period for Autograph Cards to Ten Years

Topps has made a significant change to its policy regarding redemption cards, which are placeholders for autographs not ready at the time of a product's release. Traditionally, these redemption cards…

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2023 Bowman Chrome Platinum Anniversary Baseball Preview

2023 Bowman Chrome Platinum Anniversary Baseball Preview

The 2023 Bowman Chrome Platinum Anniversary Baseball collection continues to celebrate decades of baseball with a modern touch, delivering a series of 96 cards per box, including one autograph. This…

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U.S. Customs Seizes Counterfeit Victor Wembanyama Rookie Cards in New York

U.S. Customs Seizes Counterfeit Victor Wembanyama Rookie Cards in New York

In a significant crackdown on counterfeit merchandise, CBP officers in Rochester, New York, have recently seized a collection of counterfeit items valued at hundreds of thousands of dollars. Among th…

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Historic Jackie Robinson Home Run Ticket Stub Up for Auction

Historic Jackie Robinson Home Run Ticket Stub Up for Auction

Heritage Auctions has placed a significant piece of sports history on the auction block—a ticket stub from the April 18, 1947, game at Ebbets Field where Jackie Robinson hit his first major league ho…

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Sidney Crosby and Artist Robb Scott Unveil Third Collaboration, Celebrating Hockey and Art

Sidney Crosby and Artist Robb Scott Unveil Third Collaboration, Celebrating Hockey and Art

Sidney Crosby, heralded as one of the greatest hockey players of all time, has once again teamed up with Robb Scott, one of Canada's leading sports artists, to create a new signed piece of art. Both…

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Fan Catches Record-Breaking Shohei Ohtani Home Run Ball and Decides to Keep It

Fan Catches Record-Breaking Shohei Ohtani Home Run Ball and Decides to Keep It

In an unforgettable moment at Dodger Stadium this past Sunday, Jason Patino made a catch that baseball fans dream about. Patino, who was attending his first-ever game at the venue, caught a home run…

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Expansive Wheatland Auction Features Rare Mantle Wheaties Card and Vintage Hall of Famers

Expansive Wheatland Auction Features Rare Mantle Wheaties Card and Vintage Hall of Famers

Wheatland Auction Services has launched its latest online catalog, offering an impressive array of over 700 lots that span a broad spectrum of sports collectibles. This auction includes high-grade ne…

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