Monthly Archives: December 2007

Easy Way To Maintain Baseball Card Values

So I went to the local hobby shop the other day and picked up one of them there “one touch” magnetic card holders.  Have you ever used one of these for your baseball cards?  I gotta say, it’s pretty sweet.  … Continue reading

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Joba Chamberlain – Baseball Cards To Collect Now

Joba, Joba, Joba.  Joba Chamberlain exploded onto the MLB scene in 2007.  A can’t miss prospect who didn’t miss, Joba played a relief role for the Yankees in his rookie season but should be moved to starter in 2008.   Here’s his … Continue reading

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Card Value and The Mitchell Report

So what will become of the value of the baseball cards of players named in the Mitchell report?  How drastically will the value of their premium cards decline?  Well, logic would tell us that the cards will decrease in value.  … Continue reading

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Babe Ruth Orioles Card From 1914

Did you know that there was a baseball card of Babe Ruth on the Baltimore Orioles International League team from 1914?  There is.  And it’s very valuable.   The Baltimore Sun produced cards of the 1914 Baltimore Orioles for whom Babe Ruth … Continue reading

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2007 Upper Deck Black Baseball Release

On or about December 19th, 2007, Upper Deck will release it’s acclaimed “Upper Deck Black” baseball card set.  The going price for one hobby box is roughly $250.  So, what exactly are you getting, for the same price that you … Continue reading

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2007 Bowman Draft Picks and Prospects

Bowman’s 2007 Draft Picks and Prospects set will be shipped pre-sale on 12/10/07 with general availability on 12/12/07.  In each hobby box, there will be an autographed draft pick card, which could prove to be a gem in the future.  … Continue reading

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