Author: Todd A Neikirk

by Todd A Neikirk | March 4, 2023

For decades, new players only had one or two first-year issue cards. But collecting was booming in the late 1980s and early 1990s. As a result, collectors could pick and choose which rookies they wanted to collect. This was never more true than during the 1989 collecting...

by Todd A Neikirk | March 1, 2023

People have collected comics for decades, but the hobby got a big boost in the 1990s. Part of this boom was Wizard, a comics magazine that tracked the hottest issues of the day. Each month, the periodical would name the 10 hottest artists and writers. Here are...

by Todd A Neikirk | February 28, 2023

When it comes to football card collecting, offense is king. Hobbyists would much rather seek out the latest quarterback, running back, or wideout than the latest pass rusher or lockdown defensive back. Some defenders, though, are so fun that they become exceptions to the rule. And that...

by Todd A Neikirk | February 25, 2023

In the days leading up to the Super Bowl, the NFL announced its latest Hall of Fame class. Some of the members got in on their first try while others had to wait for decades. This year's class was heavy on the defense, with 6 of the...

by Todd A Neikirk | February 25, 2023

In late January, new DC Universe film and television boss James Gunn announced the latest projects for the brand. Many of those involved in the looming films and shows will be icons like Batman, Robin, Wonder Woman, and Superman. Others weren't quite as recognizable to the average...

by Todd A Neikirk | February 24, 2023

Some major prospects come into the Major Leagues and make good on their promise immediately. There are many others, though, that take some time before beginning to hit their peaks. And this fact means that you have some time to get in on their rookie cards before...

by Todd A Neikirk | February 21, 2023

Collectors have long been waiting for the Silver Surfer to enter the MCU. The herald of Galactus is one of the most beloved characters in the Marvel Universe. He, of course, appeared in the 2007 20th Century Fox film, Fantastic Four: Rise of the Silver Surfer, but...

by Todd A Neikirk | February 21, 2023

In the last few weeks, multiple websites have dropped their top 100 prospects lists. These lists allow collectors to get an early read on those players who will one day become the biggest stars in the majors. Here are some key cards for the players who headline...

by Todd A Neikirk | February 19, 2023

The NBA All-Star Game will take place on February 19th. The captains for both teams will be Giannis Antetokuonmpo and LeBron James. Plenty of the faces in the game will be very familiar to fans. James will be making his 19th appearance, Kevin Durant will be there...

by Todd A Neikirk | February 18, 2023

Teams normally only go as far as their pitching will take them, so they normally put huge resources towards developing talented arms. Pitching in the big leagues is tough and not everyone is successful right away, but each year new names pop up and dominate. Below are...