This is what I hope to be the first of many columns about game-used collecting. It might seem like an interesting part of the hobby, and it is. What could be better than having in your hands actual pieces of … Read More

Mandy Fuerst, vice president for Tristar Productions, made her Total Nonstop Action (TNA) Wrestling pay-per-view debut on June 8 at Slammiversary, held at the DeSoto County Civic Center in Southaven, Miss. However, Fuerst didn’t get her first taste in the … Read More

(Jan. 17, 2006) — The ceremony in which the New York Rangers retired Mark Messier’s jersey was a memorable moment for Messier and the Rangers fans. It was also significant for Brandon Steiner, chairman of Steiner Sports Marketing. Messier was … Read More

Ironclad Authentics and MAB Celebrity have launched a new website to promote its January collectibles show. Baseballsbest2007.com features exhibitor and sponsor information as well as pricing for the more than 50 autograph guests scheduled to appear at the show. The … Read More

By Ed Lucas and Paul Post Dusty Baker almost added another cap and jersey to his extensive baseball memorabilia collection this winter. He was one of the leading candidates to become manager of the San Diego Padres, who opted instead … Read More

(Jan. 17, 2006) — Ironclad Authentics has created the latest item in its “Legends Salute Cal” series – a 16-by-20 limited-edition photo autographed by Cal Ripken Jr. and American cycling legend Lance Armstrong. “Having the seven-time Tour de France champion … Read More

One lucky fan who purchases a 99-cent pack of vintage baseball cards will come away with a trio of Babe Ruth items worth more than $100,000. In the latest round of Tristar Productions’ Hidden Treasures promotion, the grand treasure will … Read More

Seattle-based Premier Postage has released a sheet of commemorative postage sheets honoring newly elected Baseball Hall of Famers Cal Ripken and Tony Gwynn. The 10-count sheets retail for $24.99 each and and are limited to 15,000 sheets. Framed customized postage … Read More

(Jan. 23, 2006) — Chad Johnson has signed a two-year exclusive autograph deal with Mounted Memories. As part of the deal, the wide receiver will make three public appearances per year and sign footballs, jerseys, helmets, photographs and other memorabilia. … Read More

Upper Deck has again teamed with McDonald’s restaurants in Canada to offer a special set of hockey cards. The 50-card Upper Deck Ice Heroes set is available via three-card packs that are available for 99 cents per pack with a … Read More