THE SPORTS CARD DAD
Sports Card Collecting. Nostalgia Nerd. Dad jokes on fleek.
Sports Card Collecting. Nostalgia Nerd. Dad jokes on fleek.
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The SHOCKING Truth Why the Sports Card Market is SURGING
By The Sports Card Dad |
The sports card market is booming in 2025 for a mix of powerful reasons – blending new talent, innovation, culture, and investment. Here’s why it’s so busy right now: 
1. Rookie Class Firepower 2025 is STACKED with exciting rookies across every major sport: Victor Wembanyama (NBA) – Already a global icon and hobby grail.…
1. Rookie Class Firepower 2025 is STACKED with exciting rookies across every major sport: Victor Wembanyama (NBA) – Already a global icon and hobby grail.…
The Card Hobby is SOLD OUT.
By The Sports Card Dad |
Sports card stores and shows are selling out faster than ever in many areas, and here’s why that’s happening: 1. Strong Demand from Both Collectors and Investors New collectors (especially younger and casual fans) are entering the hobby thanks to influencers, YouTube, TikTok, and Whatnot. Investors and flippers are buying up inventory early, hoping…
1. Strong Demand from Both Collectors and Investors New collectors (especially younger and casual fans) are entering the hobby thanks to influencers, YouTube, TikTok, and Whatnot. Investors and flippers are buying up inventory early, hoping…
Modern Baseball Cards on But is it 1990 All Over Again?
By The Sports Card Dad |
Modern baseball cards are experiencing a surge in popularity and selling out quickly for several reasons: 1. Rookie Card Craze & Prospecting Young stars drive demand – Players like Paul Skenes, Elly De La Cruz, and Jackson Holliday have collectors and investors chasing their first rookie cards. Bowman 1st and Topps RC logos hold long-term…
The HOTTEST Sports Cards on Ebay (Ep. 1)
By The Sports Card Dad |
Ebay still holds the crown as the largest buying and selling platform for sports cards, and this episode of the Sports Card Dad will focus around some of the hottest current baseball, football, basketball cards this week. Outside of the cards listed in the video, here are a few more examples. In…
BREAKING: Dick’s Sporting Goods Bought the Skenes Debut Patch Card
By The Sports Card Dad |
The MLB Debut Patch program was introduced by Fanatics Collectibles and Topps in 2023. This initiative features a unique patch worn on the jersey of players during their first Major League Baseball game. After the debut, the patch is authenticated and incorporated into the player’s rookie card in a future Topps set, creating a one-of-a-kind…
Sports Card Hobby Hits PEAK Hysteria
By The Sports Card Dad |
Sports cards remain very popular in 2025, but the market has evolved since the pandemic-fueled boom of 2020-2021. While the high-end market is still strong, the overall sports card hobby has settled into a more stable and mature phase – with key trends emerging: 
1. Market Size and Growth The global sports trading card…
1. Market Size and Growth The global sports trading card…Other Collectibles Videos
4 Key Comic Books $1500- $2500. Which of these would you Buy?
By The Sports Card Dad |
Deciding which Silver Age comic books to buy depends on various factors, including personal preferences, budget, and investment goals. The Silver Age of comic books, roughly spanning from the late 1950s to the early 1970s, is known for introducing iconic characters, revitalizing the superhero genre, and featuring groundbreaking storylines and artwork. Here are some key…
Why Graded Comic Book Prices Will Fall in 2024.
By The Sports Card Dad |
Graded comic book prices are influenced by various factors, including the popularity of characters, storylines, and specific issues, as well as broader economic trends and collector preferences. However, there are a few considerations that could potentially impact graded comic book prices: Market Saturation: The increasing popularity of comic book grading services has led to a…
