This Reddit post describes an experiment conducted to investigate card grading practices, particularly focusing on PSA (Professional Sports Authenticator) and SGC (Sportscard Guaranty). The experiment involved a friend who had submitted cards to PSA, but some of them were returned as “ungraded” due to “minimum size requirements.” The Reddit user, intrigued by this, decided to…
Packman, the YouTube sensation known for his thrilling sports card unboxing videos, has just dropped a collaboration with Arena Club that left some scratching their head. During the video, Packman stumbled upon a 2012 Topps Peyton Manning Reprint card that had been graded as an original. Looking at Packman’s online showroom found on Arena Club,…
Geoff Wilson, the creator of a paid app designed for tracking sports card prices, has found himself in an unusual situation – expressing frustration over someone discussing sports card pricing. The catalyst for his reaction was a tweet posted by @MTTrading2, in which they showcased a Patrick Mahomes card that had seen a significant decrease…
Ready for a hard truth pill about group breaks? Buckle up, because this isn’t your typical fawning praise for these so-called “fun” activities. Group breaks, those enticing sessions where you pay someone else to open packs for you, might sound cool, but they’re the hobby’s silent killer. Yep, you heard it right – they’re part…
A seller on Facebook has been caught listing what appears to be a counterfeit Michael Jordan 1986-87 Fleer RC card. To add to the deceit, the card was encased in a fraudulent PSA holder, further misleading potential buyers about its authenticity. The post originated on the Sports Card Scammer Tracker Facebook group. The card was…
In a rather remarkable oversight, Panini America, a leader in licensed sports and entertainment collectibles, has landed in hot water with collectors. A keen-eyed member of the sports card community has unearthed a gaffe involving a much-anticipated card from the 2022 Flawless Football series. >eBay Listing The card in question, intended to feature the autograph…
Card enthusiasts, it appears there’s some discontent stirring in the realm of card breaking. The collecting community is abuzz, but not for the anticipated reasons. >Deep Fried Breaks eBay Store Deep Fried Breaks finds itself at the center of a customer service controversy, and it’s not the usual issues one might associate with the term…
Victor Wembanyama Autograph Steals the Show… But Wait! Recently, Stryker Breaks hit a jackpot—a #/5 Victor Wembanyama autograph card from Topps Allen & Ginter! One recently sold on eBay for $5,700. The card was to be randomized to the participants who joined the break. But hang on to your hats, because there’s a twist! There…
Did you hear about the record-breaking attendance at the 2023 National Sports Collectors Convention (NSCC)? I’m sure the hobby positivity crowd told you. Seemed like every influencer was there with a camera. But hang on, folks. This paradise for sports enthusiasts isn’t all sunshine and rainbows. Flashback to 2007, a year when the NSCC had…
1: The 1952 Topps Boston, MA Find Featured over 6,000 Gem Mint high-number cards, including 65 rookie cards of Mickey Mantle. Sotheby’s Auction House heralded it as “The greatest baseball card discovery ever.” 2: The Paris, TN Collection Included over 500 unopened wax boxes of 1954 and 1955 Topps and Bowman baseball cards. Just one…
Listen up, sports memorabilia fans. You think buying into Mickey Mantle’s boyhood home is the investment of a lifetime? Think again. Rally, a collectibles company, is practically begging you to buy a $7 share of this dilapidated piece of history located in Commerce, Oklahoma. Well, we’re here to tell you, don’t fall for it. >ESPN:…
The Sports Card Controversy That’s Shaking Up YouTube Hold on to your wallets dorks and sports card fans, because we’ve got some piping hot tea spilling all over your trading card binders! Video Trilogy: >Exposing a Sports Card Repack SCAM?>my response / APOLOGY to being called a SCAMMER>Reaction to a Sports Card Influencers Apology Justin…
In a time where tangible assets like sports cards are attracting a new wave of collectors and investors, many turn to “group breakers” — those who open packs of sports cards live online, distributing the valuable cards to participants who’ve bought a stake in the break. The Hobby House, also known by its social media…
Talk about a party foul in the sports card world, people! Overtime Rips, a prominent card breaker, just pulled a fast one and let’s just say, the fan base is LIT with outrage. >10/30/2023 Update: Overtime Rips apologized in an Instagram post. In the statement, the company owners said the breaker would no longer be…
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The Purdy Predicament: Investors Wince as 49ers Stumble In a time when the sports card investment sphere has seen fluctuating fortunes,.
A Lowball Offer that Has Everyone Seeing Red Alright, buckle up, because the American Picker wannabes on Chasing Cardboard have really done.
The brand you can’t help but scrutinize. Die-hard card enthusiasts might not say it out loud, but the hours spent fretting over Topps often eclipse the time devoted to family—and we won’t even touch on the financial investment. In an earlier piece, we delved into Topps’ memorable missteps, but that was prior to the game-changing…
The Ultimate Pull Turns to the Ultimate Frustration It was like hitting the lottery. A fan of hockey and an avid collector pulled an extraordinary card from an Upper Deck 2020-21 SP hockey hanger 3-pack. Specifically, it was a Kirill Kaprizov gold rookie authentics auto card. And this wasn’t just any card; it was serial…
When you think you’ve scored a great deal on a sports card, the last thing you’d expect is for the seller to pull the plug on you. Yet that’s exactly what appears to have happened with eBay seller PC Sports Cards, raising eyebrows and trust issues in the sports card community. The Misstep Here’s the…
What Just Went Down? Hold onto your hats, card collectors! Shai Rahman, aka @Shaiwayvlogs on Instagram and the Co-Founder of Fund Your Cards, just got caught up in some eBay shenanigans. You won’t believe this! It looks like Shai has been artificially jacking up bids on his own eBay listings! > @Shaiwayvlogs eBay Account The…
What Happened? SuperDan, a member of the Blowout forum and one of a handful of prominent members who called out trimmed cards in 2019, recently came forward with information about a highly valuable Luka Doncic card. The card in question is a 2018-19 Panini Prizm Luka Doncic Neon Green RC serial-numbered 5/5, that in 2020,…
We’re back with more news about Binky Breaks, and unfortunately, it’s not the good kind. Earlier this week, we covered the story of a customer who never received their Michael Vick card from Binky Breaks. UPDATE 10/15: Binky Breaks appears to be banned from WhatNot permanently. What’s Going On? A recent participant in one of…
Wembanyama Rookie Cards on eBay Nike Victor Wembanyama Jersey You know how we love the thrill of pulling a rare card from a pack. It s why.
The Dispute Begins Instagram seller StackofSlabs recently sold a Temarr Johnson Orange Prizm card for a whopping $3300. This transaction would have been like any other high-value deal, had it not been for the way the card was reportedly shipped. The buyer raised concerns after receiving the package, claiming it arrived empty. To add to…
The World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE) has reportedly terminated its contract with Panini due to a breach of contract. According to sports business reporter Darren Rovell, this unexpected termination took place two weeks ago when there were still over two years left in the agreement between the two entities. Panini’s Breach and Potential Legal Actions Panini,…
Recently, a collector brought to light an issue with Panini’s redemption process. For the uninitiated, a redemption card is essentially an “IOU” inserted in a pack, indicating that the collector will receive a specific card at a later date, usually because the athlete hasn’t signed the card in time for the product’s release. This collector’s…
Breaking news, card collectors! It seems we’ve got some trading card turbulence brewing, and this time, it’s involving none other than the ‘WhatNot’ seller, Binky Breaks! UPDATE: Binky Breaks in Hot Water: Unshipped Cards & an Unreachable Online Presence A concerned collector recently aired out their grievances on a hot Facebook group dedicated to exposing…
COMC (Check Out My Cards) has raised eyebrows by including David ‘Gelf’ Gelfman, a previously implicated shill bidder and group break scammer, in their group breaking program. Notably, Gelfman oversees the National Sports Collectors Convention Group Break Pavilion and is the proprietor of Ripping Wax Inc. However, his beginnings into the group breaking realm was…
In a recent revelation on Reddit, a former insider at the popular sports card break company, Backyard Breaks, has come forward with claims suggesting unethical business practices. The whistleblower, who has chosen to remain anonymous, expressed growing concerns over what they described as a systematic approach to deceive avid collectors and buyers. Update: Reddit Mods…
Customer Service Complaint: Steel City Collectibles In a rapidly expanding world of sports card collecting, trust between customers and retailers remains paramount. However, a recent complaint received by Sports Card Radio reveals that some users may be facing unexpected roadblocks when attempting to complete their transactions. A customer we will call Dave, an enthusiast of…
Hold up, card collectors! We’ve gotten wind of some seriously suspect behavior over at the Backyard Rips mystery pack shows. Our sources are dishing out that this show might be raking in a whopping $500,000! Say what?! The episode that’s got everyone talking? The one from September 1, 2023 with none other than Sam Nubz…
October 15-16, 2023 in Montréal Canada Sign up for the Universal Distribution Retailer Summit by either placing a pre-order for the sessions you plan to attend or by reaching out to your account manager. If opting for the pre-order method, ensure you input “1” for every individual attending a specific segment of the event. MONDAY…
Whoa! Chasing Cardboard, the YouTube channel that every card collector has on their favorite list, just landed a huge VICTORY on their.
In a surprising turn of events, MeiGray, a leader in photomatching, has retracted its authentication of a Michael Jordan game-used jersey, which it had previously verified as originating from the 1996 Eastern Conference Finals. This decision follows recent investigative reporting from the Action Network, which cast serious doubts on the jersey’s authenticity. Key Developments: More…
Nationwide — In the sports memorabilia community, integrity and authentication are paramount. But recent revelations indicate that even those who claim to be the watchdogs of the community can become the fraudsters they vow to expose. “Watchdog” or Wolf in Sheep’s Clothing? A social media account known as @cardprn, which has accumulated over 100,000 followers…
The Bomb Drops: Juan Garcia aka Mr. CardPorn Goes Juan-Gone! Hey, #thehobby nation! Hold onto your trading cards ’cause this is about to blow your mind! Juan Garcia, the man who once claimed to be “your friendly hobby watchdog” under the handle CardPorn, has vaporized from the social sphere. Twitter? Deleted. YouTube? Bye-bye. Instagram? Ghosted….
Watchdog or Con Dog? The Scandalous Tale of How an Alleged ‘Hobby Hero’ Almost Pulled Off a Million-Dollar Scam! Hold the front page, folks! We got a story that makes ‘The Great Gatsby’ look like a kid’s tale. An anonymous ‘watchdog’ of #thehobby, boasting 100K+ followers, was on the brink of flipping a Michael Jordan…
The Cards Are on the Table, and They’re Red Hot! Buckle up, card collectors and legal eagles! The court documents are flying, and the drama is REAL. The trustee of AAA Sports, Inc., which is the legal name for the bankrupt card company Wild Card, just picked up a $25 million win against Panini America….
The Guy Behind the Glam! Hold onto your collector caps, peeps! Kevin O’Neil is a name you might want to jot down if you’re into the sports card biz. So, why’s he on our radar? ‘Cause he just got hired as the new CEO of Leaf Trading Cards. What’s His Deal? Kevin O’Neil isn’t just…
Is the former lead grader at DCI Grading a scammer? Jason Dardick of Dallas, Texas went wild on Twitter the other day, hurling mom jokes at the owner of Sports Card Radio! While his joke’s got less spice than a pumpkin latte, others aren’t laughing and believe that Dardick is a scammer and his former…
Victor Wembanyama: Next Sports Card Sensation or Overhyped Rookie? Card dorks, there’s a new kid on the block, and he’s taller than your boy Bol Bol! Say “Bonjour” to Victor Wembanyama! This French b-ball phenom is only a teenager (stay away Wander Franco), but he’s already got scouts, fans, and sports card nerds salivating like…
Someone please check on the owner of Dave Sports Cards in Roswell, GA. He’s blowing up at his customers who leave negative reviews online, everything from threatening lawsuits to finding out where they work and calling their boss! After this one star review was left for Dave Sports Cards, the owner made an Instagram video…
Bleacher Breaks is back in the news, this time there are customers who claim that Bleacher was shill bidding their own break spots on selling platform WhatNot. Shill bidding is intentionally fake bidding by a seller on his/her own auction to inflate the final price. A customer noticed a certain WhatNot user name, Jammasterjames, kept jumping…
A current Topps employee is being accused of running off with customer cards from a prior consignment business. Richard Zangrillo, a memorabilia coordinator for Topps, previously ran LVBK Collectibles, a consignment business that sold sports cards on eBay. LVBK Collectibles shut down in September 2022 and many customers are still waiting to get back cards…
While not anything new, bots are being used to get the best cards off the Panini Rewards website. Sadly not much can be done. Shopping bots.
Rumor is Elite Card Grading is headed for bankruptcy. Over 100 collectors could still have cards in ECG s possession. Local police have.
Re: Demand for Retraction, Correction, and Apology Dear Mr. Geoff Wilson: This letter is written on behalf of Sports Card Radio to demand an immediate apology, correction, and retraction of your letter sent to us on December 22, 2022. In the letter, you mention a professional “success” of yours was a company known as “Dibbs.”…
News of Tik Tok banning sports card breaking could have been a pump fake. This tweet seems to imply China, I mean, the social media app will allow breaking after a light background check. Breaker Gold Graysen received blowback after a customer complained they never received their cards. The breaker acknowledge the mistake but got…
Did Elite Card Grading go poof? The company has not responded to emails and some customer orders have not been finished. We did a reaction.