Show #32 Magic Johnson + RC (RC) XRC + Product News 

News In a non-sports related story, Michael Jackson has died.  He was only 50 years old.  Yao Ming has continued to suffer from a broken leg and now the injury looks like it could be career threatening. This could be a major loss for the Houston Rockets.  Blake Griffin was selected #1 overall in the NBA Draft, which was not a huge surprise to everyone.  The biggest story of the draft has been PG Ricky Rubio.  He was drafted by Minnesota, but now is telling them he may stay in Spain.  Keep a close eye on how this might turn out for Minnesota. 

Product News Here is a look at some products coming out soon. 

      2009 Allen & Ginter Baseball – 24 packs per box  -   8 cards per pack  -   Below $100

•  Very interesting set 

      Donruss Classics Football – 18 packs per box

                             5 cards per pack     -    Lots of serial # cards 

      Topps Magic Football – 3 autographs per box

                        24 packs per box   -    7 cards per pack 

      UD Icons Football – 10 packs per box   -   6 cards per pack   -   $85 per box 

      Philadelphia Football – Remake of old football cards   -    $60 per box 

      UD Ultimate Collection Basketball – 1 pack per box

                                                4 cards per pack   -   1 autograph card 

RC, (RC), XRC - Here are the definitions of these forms of Rookie Cards. 

      RC – made the year the player is drafted 

      (RC) – A true rookie card, example is prospect cards, mostly occurs for baseball 

      XRC – the player’s first card, it doesn’t come from a major set 

Magic Johnson Here is a look at some of his prices 

      Autographed Basketball PSA/DNA - $300

      1980-81 Topps RC - $150