Baseball Happenings Podcast
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DJ Mark The 45 King Exclusive Mix From The Formula Radio Show With DJ Groove Da Moast
October 21, 2023 11:24DJ Groove Da Moast We take a short break from the baseball happenings to salute two hip hop pioneers, DJ Mark The 45 King and DJ Groove Da Moast. Sadly, both DJs died within a week from each other in October 2023, but we have this gem from The Formula Radio Show archives connecting the two legends. In February 2005, DJ Mark The 45 King was the show's featured guest, masterfully spinning exclusive tracks from his personal archives. DJ Groove Da Moast (aka Fredy Blast) followed The 45 Kin...
Roger Craig, 93, Helmed The Mound For Both The Dodgers and Mets In New York
June 05, 2023 02:35Roger Craig, the split-fingered fastball master, who was part of Brooklyn's only World Series championship in 1955, died June 4, 2023 at the age of 93. The 12-year major league veteran later became the long-time San Francisco Giants manager from 1985-1992. Roger Craig Throws Out First Pitch In 2012 At Citi Field / Mets I wrote the following piece below for Metsmerized Online after interviewing Craig when he returned to New York in 2012 to throw out the first pitch at Citi Field. He celebr...
Fred Valentine | Washington Senators Outfielder Dies At 87
December 28, 2022 01:58Fred Valentine, former major league outfielder with the Washington Senators and Baltimore Orioles, died December 26, 2022 in Washington D.C. He was 87. Valentine grew up in Memphis, Tennessee, where he excelled at Booker T. Washington High School in both baseball and football. A star quarterback and shortstop, he drew interest from multiple major league organizations out of high school; however, he decided to pursue his education at Tennessee A+I (now Tennessee State University). At his...
Randy Savage - 'He Was A Pretty Darn Good Little Catcher'
December 21, 2022 18:25In 1971, Mike Vail and Randy Poffo were anonymous teenagers at the entry level of the St. Louis Cardinals farm system, eagerly trying to navigate the murky depths of professional baseball. Both would go on to garner national attention for their athletic feats. However, only one of them made their calling on the diamond. At the time for Vail, it wasn’t immediately clear that they would each experience success in different arenas. “We were both real young, 18-19 years old,” Vail said duri...
Randy Savage | 'He Was A Pretty Darn Good Little Catcher'
December 21, 2022 18:25In 1971, Mike Vail and Randy Poffo were anonymous teenagers at the entry level of the St. Louis Cardinals farm system, eagerly trying to navigate the murky depths of professional baseball. Both would go on to garner national attention for their athletic feats. However, only one of them made their calling on the diamond. At the time for Vail, it wasn’t immediately clear that they would each experience success in different arenas. “We were both real young, 18-19 years old,” Vail said duri...
Dave Hillman | Oldest Living Mets and Reds Player Dies At 95
November 21, 2022 00:02Darius Dutton “Dave” Hillman, a former major league pitcher and the oldest living member of the Cincinnati Reds and New York Mets, died Sunday, November 20, 2022 in Kingsport, Tennessee. He was 95. In eight big-league seasons spanning from 1955-1962, Hillman pitched for the Chicago Cubs, Boston Red Sox, Reds and Mets, compiling a won-loss record of 21-37 with a 3.87 earned run average. Hillman’s best season with the Cubs was in 1959 when he posted an 8-11 mark and 3.58 ERA, completing f...
Ted Schreiber, 84, Mets Infielder Made The Final Out At The Polo Grounds
September 18, 2022 12:29Ted Schreiber experienced every Brooklyn boy’s dream, making it to the major leagues with the New York Mets in 1963 after playing at James Madison High School and St. John’s University. While Schreiber’s MLB career lasted only one season, he represented a rich lineage of ballplayers who cut their teeth at the Parade Grounds on the way to the pros. Sadly, Schreiber died September 8, 2022, at his Boynton Beach, Florida home. He was 84. Born July 11, 1938, Schreiber grew up a Brooklyn Dodger...
Ed Bauta, Cuban Pitcher With The New York Mets and St. Louis Cardinals, Dies At 87
July 09, 2022 15:58Ed Bauta, a former Cuban pitcher with the St. Louis Cardinals and New York Mets died July 6, 2022, at Southern Ocean Medical Center in Manahawkin, New Jersey. He was 87. With Bauta’s passing and the recent deaths of Leo Posada and Cholly Naranjo, only a few players remain who played in the Cuban Winter League prior to Castro’s takeover. The 6’3” right-handed pitcher grew up in the town of Florida in Cuba’s Camagüey province. He caught Pittsburgh Pirates scout Howie Haak’s attention at a 1...
Cholly Naranjo | A Tribute To My Best Friend 1933-2022
January 15, 2022 17:04It was a call I knew was coming, but I didn’t want to take. A week ago, one of Cholly Naranjo’s family members called to tell me he was hospitalized with COVID and was on a ventilator. I somehow hoped he could summon his mighty curveball to foil the toughest hitter he ever faced; however, at 9PM on January 13, 2022, they came and took Cholly from the mound for the final time. I often write these memorials for other players I’ve met in my baseball travels, but this one is different. Cholly ...
What Are The Top Questions For The Sports Card Market Heading Into 2022?
December 29, 2021 16:23There is an ominous feeling within the sports card industry for 2022. Collectors are likely looking at the last full year of Topps branded major league baseball cards, as its MLBPA license expires at year's end. With the window potentially closing on Topps' MLB legacy (unless there is a Fanatics merger), we looked at three pressing questions for my Forbes Sports Money column that fans and collectors are looking for answers to in 2022.
2021 Topps Chrome Black | Box Break and Review
December 26, 2021 15:20After opening a box of 2021 Topps Chrome Black Baseball, it appears Topps has saved its best design for this late-season release. The black matte finish gives these cards a sleek look and feel that is markedly different from Topps' traditional releases. The deep black background isolates the players and cuts out much of the noise that comes with other Topps issues. With just four cards in each box, one is left with the feeling of wanting more cards from the base set before getting to the en...
2021 Topps Tier One Baseball | Box Break and Review
December 19, 2021 13:32Topps rolled out one of its high-end products earlier this year with 2021 Topps Tier One Baseball. The three-card boxed product is a high-risk, high-reward proposition, as collectors hope to hit one or more autographs that justify the $250 price tag. Each box offers two autographed cards and one relic with a dizzying level of signature variations. A look at the checklist reveals nine different autographed card categories and an additional eight types of autographed relics. Major starts pa...
Gil Hodges Finally Makes His Way To Cooperstown
December 08, 2021 03:24No more debates about whether Gil Hodges belongs in the Hall of Fame. The 2021 Golden Days Committee voted Hodges in the Hall of Fame during its December vote, giving Hodges the 12 votes necessary for election. Leading up to the vote, I debated in my Forbes Sports column whether the Hall of Fame had a financial interest in electing Hodges, as past committees haven't been favorable to deceased candidates from his era. Apparently, the committee went all in on four candidates—Jim Kaat, Minni...
An Early Look Ahead to the 2022 World Series and MLB Season
November 27, 2021 19:47The 2021 World Series won by the Braves / Topps The Atlanta Braves just overcame the Houston Astros to claim the 2021 World Series after what was an utterly enthralling season of baseball, but we are already thinking about how next season will go – and who might win the 2022 Fall Classic. Read on to find out who the favorites at vegasbetting.com to make the playoffs are – and what baseball fans can expect to see in the ballparks next year. Braves to Repeat? Atlanta ‘only’ won 88 games...
2021 Topps Luminaries Box Break | Autographs and Relics
September 25, 2021 02:35We recently opened a box of 2021 Topps Luminaries Baseball for our YouTube channel. Each box contains one encased autograph or autographed relic card. The checklist is impressive, containing the top modern stars such as Shohei Ohtani and Mike Trout, as well as Hall of Famers Ichiro, Mike Piazza and Ken Griffey Jr. One lucky fan will pull the 50-player Home Run Ultimate Book card which features 50 of the top past and present home run hitters. Watch the video below to see which autographed ...
Bob Oldis' Missed Opportunity Against Satchel Paige In The Major Leagues
September 21, 2021 00:22Bob Oldis only played in seven games during his 1953 rookie season with the Washington Senators, yet one almost perfect game stands out in his mind nearly 70 years later. On June 25, 1953, Oldis was placed in the starting lineup against the St. Louis Browns. Making only his second major league start, he played flawlessly. He went 3-3 at the plate with an RBI, and threw out the lone baserunner who dared to steal that day. Most rookies would have been elated with that type of performance,...
How One Baseball Card Company Is Proving It Can Survive Without An MLB License
September 01, 2021 12:34Shohei Ohtani / 2021 Onyx Vintage Extended The baseball card collecting world was turned upside down when both MLB and the MLBPA announced they would not renew Topps' licensing deals. This was a tremendous blow to Topps, as it foiled its merger deal with Mudrick Capital just one day after the announcement was made. Fanatics will get the MLPBA license starting in 2023 and the MLB license in 2026. The MLBPA license will allow Fanatics to use the entire active MLB roster on its trading ca...
2021 Topps Allen Ginter Baseball Review and Box Break
August 23, 2021 12:00Topps' Allen and Ginter Baseball set traditionally appeals to a broad spectrum of collectors with it's vintage design and celebrity infused checklist. This year's 2021 Topps Allen and Ginter Baseball set stays true to form featuring the likes of Marc Anthony and Jason Biggs, alongside current stars and retired MLB legends. Old school collectors will be happy to see names such as Dick Allen, Vida Blue, Mo Vaughn, and Kent Hrbek in the set, as well as Hall of Famer Gaylord Perry getting his f...
NL West Race: Will the Giants Hold Off the Dodgers?
August 22, 2021 11:54San Francisco Giants / Pixabay The NL West race has been fascinating all year. Tension is increasing as the playoffs approach, with the Dodgers and Giants practically shadowing each other’s results since the trade deadline. The Dodgers have been atop the MLB World Series odds all season long. It’s a different tale for the San Francisco Giants, who were widely tabbed as a .500 team at the start of the year. San Francisco has the advantage in mid-August and they keep finding a way to win eve...
2020 Topps Team USA Olympic & Paralympic Team & Hopefuls Set Review And Box Break
August 18, 2021 19:35April Ross 2020 Topps Team USA Cards The 2020 Tokyo Olympics were nothing short of a miracle. Delayed a year by a global pandemic and devoid of fans at the live events, the Olympics gave many hope in a year filled with darkness. The athletes survived the uncertainty and pushed through an extra year of training to pursue Olympic glory. The United States emerged victorious at the 2020 Tokyo Olympic Games, with 41 gold medals en route to a leading 113 overall medals. With attention in the a...
Athletes Unlimited To Release NFTs For Its Softball And Lacrosse Seasons
July 31, 2021 23:10Cat Osterman / Jade Hewitt Athletes Unlimited announced they will be partnering with GigLabs to produce exclusive NFTs for both its women's lacrosse and softball leagues this season. The NFTs will only be available for those who attend the matches and games in-person. The NFTs debuted during the first week of Athletes Unlimited's lacrosse season, with a different one being released during the subsequent weeks of the season. The set will expand during softball season which begins August...
Understanding The Odds Of a Baseball Game
July 26, 2021 12:49Betting can get you an impressive return on investment - though there’s one caveat. Sure, you can bet on any sport at random and have a chance of winning some sweet cash, but you’re more likely to get a profit if you know the odds for that particular game. Today, we’re doing a deep dive into baseball odds. What do you need to know, and how can you use betting odds to help you to make the best possible betting decisions? That’s what we’re here to explain today. Keep on reading for more info...
Charlie Gorin, University Of Texas Star And Milwaukee Braves Pitcher, Dies At 93
July 09, 2021 15:44Charlie Gorin, former Milwaukee Braves pitcher from 1954-55, died February 21, 2021 at 93. Coming out of the University of Texas, Charlie Gorin had a winner’s pedigree. Pitching under the legendary Bibb Falk's guiding eye, the left-hander propelled the Longhorns to consecutive College World Series titles in 1949 and 1950. Gorin continued that streak early in his minor league career; however, he could not translate that success to the major league level. Gorin, who pitched seven games for...
Farwell Mudcat Grant: 1935-2021
June 15, 2021 22:21Jim "Mudcat" Grant was determined to spread the Black Aces legacy for as long as he could, similar to how Buck O'Neil preached the gospel of the Negro Leagues well into his 90s. Walking with the aid of a cane, Grant traveled across the country to baseball events as a septuagenarian to tell the story of baseball's Black 20-game winners. It was a subject where Grant was an expert; he was the first Black pitcher to win 20 games in the American League. Grant used his platform to share how Bla...
The Top 3 Breakout MLB Stars This 2021 Season
June 10, 2021 16:32Things aren’t quite back to normal in the MLB just yet, but we are getting closer to some semblance of sports as we knew them before the coronavirus pandemic ravaged the United States. While it may still not be all that of a typical season, all of the main elements still exist, such as the yearly introduction of new stars as they go through their breakout periods. It’s been quite an exciting season, despite the alarming rate of no-hitters. We have seen a good few players emerge as players...
Year Of The No-No? The MLB Could Set A New No-Hitter Record This Season
May 26, 2021 11:34This MLB season seems to be on course to make light of the record for the most no-hitters in a single campaign, with six thrown so far. It has been a great season for pitchers, who have been salivating at the opportunity to jot their names down in the record books but, on the other end, we also see a few teams that are close to getting their names in the books for shameful reasons. The Cleveland Indians, Seattle Mariners, and Texans Rangers have all delivered two no-hit games this term. G...
Phil Lombardi, Former Yankees and Mets Catcher, Dies At 58
May 23, 2021 02:15Phil Lombardi (l.) a former MLB catcher with the New York Mets and Yankees died May 20, 2021 from brain cancer surgery complications. Phil Lombardi, a major league catcher who played parts of three MLB seasons with the New York Mets and New York Yankees from 1986-1989, died May 20, 2021 from complications due to brain cancer surgery. He was 58. Lombardi was a third round draft pick of the Yankees in 1981. He played mostly as a September call-up during the 1986 and 1987 seasons with the Y...
Def Jef Tells The Story Of Shaq's Early Rap Career
May 22, 2021 11:21By the time Shaquille O'Neal wrapped up his first NBA season in 1993, it was clear O'Neal was a global entity whose marketability extended well beyond the confines of the basketball court. Whether it was his best-selling Shaq Attack sneakers, his domination of the sports card market, or serving as a pitchman for Pepsi products, everything Shaq touched in 1993 turned to gold. His Midas touch gilded the hip-hop realm when the nubile O'Neal kicked a verse on the Fu-Schnickens single, What's U...
Baseball Happenings Podcast | Greg Larson 'Clubbie" Author Interview
May 18, 2021 17:00Greg Larson wanted to live the big league dream, but after batting .091 during his senior season, he knew his only way he was getting into a pro clubhouse was if he worked there. Fresh out of college, Larson searched for any opportunity to get his foot in the door. When a spot opened up at baseball's lowest rung with the Baltimore Orioles short season Class-A Aberdeen Ironbirds, Larson jumped at the opportunity. The ensuing two years completely flipped his perception of a professional bas...
Willie Mays Turns 90: A Legend Throughout The Years
May 10, 2021 15:15Willie Mays celebrates his 90th birthday at Oracle Park in San Francisco. Hall of Fame legend Willie Mays turned 90 on May 6, 2021, and the entire baseball community celebrated the milestone with a variety of tributes including a grand celebration at Oracle Park. Happy Birthday, Willie! #SayHey90 pic.twitter.com/aNYxuPfFlr — SFGiants (@SFGiants) May 8, 2021 As part of the festivities, the Giants announced the creation of the Willie Mays Scholars program, which will offer college prep an...
2021 Topps Athletes Unlimited Volleyball Set Break And Review
May 06, 2021 00:19Topps and Athletes Unlimited joined forces in 2021 to produce the first volleyball card set in the company's history. The 52-card set highlights all of Athletes Unlimited's volleyball players including Olympians Jordan Larson, Sheilla Castro and Bethania de la Cruz. Topps produced the set as part of its on-demand series and was made available to fans and collectors during the five-week season. The set finished with a print run of 3,048 copies, making it a limited-edition collectible for year...
Baseball Happenings Podcast | Cody Bellinger 1 on 1 Interview
April 14, 2021 11:41Cody Bellinger, Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder and 2019 National League MVP joined the Baseball Happenings Podcast to discuss his new partnership with Flonase and why the move was in alignment with his personal branding, as he has suffered from allergies his entire career. He also explained what it was like to play through the pandemic, including winning the 2020 World Series and what the Dodgers are looking forward to in defending the title in 2021. Click here to listen to the Cody Bel...
Baseball Happenings Podcast | Cassidy Lichtman Athletes Unlimited Volleyball Interview
February 25, 2021 12:14Cassidy Lichtman, an outside hitter for the newly minted Athletes Unlimited Volleyball league, joined the Baseball Happenings Podcast to discuss all of the exciting developments the league has planned going into its debut season. The former Stanford star explains how significant it is to be part of this pioneering group, the feelings behind having her own official Topps trading card, and the work she's doing to move the game forward with her organization, Progress Through Athletics (P/ATH)....
'Pretty Good Chance' Fans Could Return to MLB Ballparks in 2021
February 24, 2021 13:27Dr. Anthony Fauci believes there is a ‘pretty good chance’ that fans will be able to attend MLB games in 2021 provided that the rate of Covid-19 cases continues to drop. The chief medical advisor to President Joe Biden appeared on ESPN’s Baseball Tonight podcast on February 19th and said: “We could have people in the stands, maybe not right next to each other”. Local municipalities will make decisions on fan attendance, and the Tampa Bay Rays have already revealed their plans to kick of...
2020 Topps Chrome Black Baseball | Box Break And Review
February 20, 2021 12:36Topps created a fresh design for their 2020 Topps Chrome Black Baseball set that provides a completely different look from its 2020 Topps Chrome Baseball partner. Base Set And Checklist Each four-card box comes with a hefty $180 price tag, guaranteeing one encased autograph. The 100-card base set (see checklist here) contains almost 40 rookies including 2020 American League Rookie of the Year, Kyle Lewis. If the base cards weren't scarce enough, they all come with a variety of serial nu...
How Bob Oldis Missed His Opportunity To Face Satchel Paige In The Major Leagues
February 18, 2021 16:25Bob Oldis only played in seven games during his 1953 rookie season with the Washington Senators, yet one almost perfect game stands out in his mind nearly 70 years later. On June 25, 1953, Oldis was in the starting lineup against the St. Louis Browns. Making only his second major league start, he played flawlessly. He went 3-3 at the plate with an RBI, and threw out the lone baserunner who dared to steal that day. Most rookies would have been elated with that type of performance, but so...
Baseball Happenings Podcast | Emily Kless Topps Communications Manager Talks 2021 Topps Series 1 Baseball
February 09, 2021 10:43Emily Kless, Topps Communications Manager, joined the Baseball Happenings Podcast to discuss the 2021 Topps Series 1 Baseball release, as well as the ensuing Virtual Rip Party on February 9, 2021, which features Hall of Famers, celebrities, and the top breakers celebrating Topps' 70th anniversary. Click here to listen to the interview with Kless on the Baseball Happenings Podcast.
Thou Shalt Not Steal by Bill 'Ready' Cash and Al Hunter Jr. | Book Review
February 07, 2021 12:38One can hear the voice of Bill “Ready” Cash guiding you as you experience his career in the Negro Leagues in his new biography Thou Shalt Not Steal (Love Eagle Books, 2012). Dying only a few months prior to the release of his life story, Cash revels in telling the narrative of playing in the famed league. Co-authored by Philadelphia Daily News writer Al Hunter Jr., Thou Shalt Not Steal stands out from other athlete biographies, as it feels like you are sitting on the couch next to Cash as he...
2020 Topps Allen And Ginter Chrome Baseball | Box Break And Review
January 30, 2021 12:16Topps give a chromium upgrade to the Allen and Ginter baseball card series with the 2020 Topps Allen and Ginter Chrome Baseball set. The 300 card set features an array of current stars, legends, and pop culture icons that annually draw a wide range of collectors to the set. 2020 Topps Allen And Ginter Chrome Base Set and Parallels The chrome finish gives the Allen and Ginter cards a premium look, making for an attractive play on the original set. Produced in limited quantities as comp...
Flavio Alfaro | 1984 USA Olympic Baseball Team Shortstop Dies At 59
January 28, 2021 22:04Flavio Alfaro - 1985 Topps Baseball Card Flavio Alfaro, a shortstop on the 1984 USA Olympic Baseball team died on January 27, 2021 after a bout with pancreatic cancer. He was 59. The announcement was made on Facebook by a high school classmate. Alfaro played at the College of the Canyons before transferring to San Diego State University in 1983. His steady defensive play attracted the attention of the United States Olympic Team and coach Rod Dedeaux. He batted .389 in five games for Team ...
The Top 5 Books About Baseball During World War II
January 24, 2021 23:44As we celebrate Veterans Day across the country, here is a look at the top five books about baseball during World War II. At a time when our entire nation was focused on the war, President Roosevelt ordered the game to continue for the morale of citizens everywhere. These five books illuminate the efforts to preserve the game on the home front, as well as the experiences of those who traded their baseball uniforms for military ones. 5) Bluejackets of Summer: The History of the Great Lakes Na...
Hank Aaron - 'I Had To Teach That Kid Something' | Davey Johnson's Favorite Story
January 23, 2021 17:44Hank Aaron (l.) and Davey Johnson (r.) with Bowie Kuhn Davey Johnson spent three glorious seasons alongside Hank Aaron on the Atlanta Braves from 1973-1975. Playing with Aaron as he surpassed Babe Ruth’s home run record, Johnson witnessed many of the hardships Aaron faced as he pursued the historical mark. Watching Aaron chase baseball's cherished milestone, Johnson also secured his own place in the record books alongside the future Hall of Famer. In 1973 along with Darrell Evans, they a...
Why Tommy Lasorda Once Used A Rifle To Protect His Cuban Teammates
January 09, 2021 17:48Tommy Lasorda celebrating the 1958-59 Almendares championship Tommy Lasorda’s mighty curveball took him many places during his 14-year playing career, including Canada, Panama, Puerto Rico and Cuba. The tenacious southpaw’s fiery personality played right into the spirit of the Caribbean Winter League, making him a popular choice among the fans. During the 1958-59 Cuban Winter League season, Lasorda’s 8-3 record helped propel Almendares to the championship. They dominated in the Caribbean...
How Jack Crimian mystified Mickey Mantle in his major league odyssey
December 26, 2020 13:20John “Jack” Crimian, a former major league pitcher with the St. Louis Cardinals, Kansas City Athletics, and Detroit Tigers in the 1950s, died just days short of his 92nd birthday on February 11, 2019, in Middletown, Delaware. Jack Crimian 1956 Topps / Topps The righty hurler signed his first professional baseball contract with the Philadelphia Phillies in 1943 out of Olney High School where he was teammates with another future major leaguer, Del Ennis. “I went to high school with Del Enn...
Baseball Happenings Podcast | DJ Skeme Richards On Adding Breakdancing To The 2024 Olympics
December 13, 2020 18:31With the announcement that breakdancing will be an official event in the 2024 Olympics, we sat down with world renown Rocksteady Crew DJ, Skeme Richards to discuss how the news will affect the tightly knit community. As one of the foremost experts on the musical backbone of breakdancing culture, Richards is in high demand to spin at breaking events and competition across the globe. He offers his insight on what the greater public can expect during the Olympics, and why he hopes the IOC ...
Baseball Coach Skills: Characteristic of a Great Baseball Coach
December 07, 2020 13:18This is a guest post by Bill Brown. A powerful baseball coach should have in-depth information about baseball. A baseball coach must possess specific characteristics that can help make a winning soccer team. The focus of the coach should also be on physical and technical specifications. Coaching at every level includes much more than creating the lineup, hitting fungos, or coaching third base. Let’s look at a few characteristics and skills that a successful coach should possess. 1- Exp...
2020 Onyx Vintage Baseball Extended Edition | Box Break and Review
December 05, 2020 14:34Onyx Authenticated brings their third series to their 2020 Onyx Vintage Baseball release this year with its 2020 Onyx Vintage Baseball Extended Edition set. Each four card box guarantees two on-card autographs and two base cards. This release has an intriguing focus on the unsigned international prospects from the Class of 2020, '21, and '22, providing collectors with their first certified autographs on the market. In addition to the international players, MLB stars Pete Alonso and Luis R...
2019 Topps Series 1 Baseball | Checklist, Box Break, Inserts, Autographs, and Review
November 18, 2020 12:45As baseball fans flock to 2019 Topps Series 1 Baseball, it is another signal that spring training is in full swing. The flagship Topps product brings forth the abundant optimism and possibilities that come with the anticipation of the upcoming baseball season. A fresh design that has a slight nod to 1982 Topps makes 2019 Topps Series 1 an attractive treat for collectors. 2019 Topps Base Set / Topps Base Set / Parallels / Checklist The 350-card base set has Ronald Acuña Jr. in the leadoff sp...
Baseball Happenings Podcast | Gary Vaynerchuk - An Intimate Talk On Sports Cards and MLB's Future
November 12, 2020 02:34Gary Vaynerchuk joins Nick Diunte (@Examinebaseball) for the Baseball Happenings Podcast to discuss the growing sports card industry, what he would do if he were in charge of Topps, his new VaynerBaseball sports agency, and why he thinks MLB has stunted its own long-term growth. If you enjoyed this interview, we would love if you subscribed to the Baseball Happenings Podcast and leave a comment on this video. We welcome you to join us below on your favorite platform. Instagram: http:/...
Baseball Happenings Podcast | Lauren Taylor Interview
October 01, 2020 21:49Lauren Taylor, MLB / MLBPA / Baseball Hall of Fame artist joins the Baseball Happenings Podcast to discuss her emerging art career while recovering from a traumatic brain injury and the ensuing depression. Check out her designs at - https://laurentaylorillustrations.com/ Click this link to listen on your favorite platform, or use the player below to stream the interview.