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Mojobreak The Hype - A Sports Card Podcast

343 episodes - English - Latest episode: 8 days ago - ★★★★★ - 115 ratings

The Mojobreakers talk about all the latest news in sports cards including upcoming releases, hot prospects, cards to buy or sell and conversations with some of the biggest names in the hobby on The Hype!

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#332 - Huge New Releases & Wemby in Dynasty Baseball? + Tiger's Kid Makes His Hobby Debut

March 20, 2024 07:00 - 1 hour - 111 MB

Doug, Dan & Cody break down a MASSIVE week of new releases that includes 3 new baseball products, 2 football products and the debut of Topps UFC on this week's edition of The Hype! The guys review the checklist for Topps Dynasty and find a surprising name in this year's set and go over the long awaited Logoman checklist from upcoming 2022/23 Flawless Basketball. Plus the guys get ready for Opening Day and predict how the hobby will react to Tiger Woods' son's very first card out of Sports Il...

#331 - Wemby's Prizm 1-of-1 and The Do's & Dont's of Card Care

March 14, 2024 07:00 - 1 hour - 126 MB

Arguably the biggest card of the year was pulled & graded this week as the owners of the Victor Wembanyama Black Prizm 1-of-1 revealed the pull and shared that the card already got a PSA 10. But that's only half the story. The guys dive into what the card's value is, if it's deserving of a Gem Mint 10 and what they make of the use of a card care service before sending it off to PSA. Plus, another Shark Tank alum shows interest in the hobby, MLB's Spring Breakout arrives and the gang plays a ...

#330 - Is Bedard Worthy of the Hype? + Caitlin Clark Signs Exclusive Deal with Panini

March 07, 2024 08:00 - 51 minutes - 71 MB

Hockey is front and center in the hobby this week with the release of 2023/24 Upper Deck Series 2 Hockey and the debut of the Connor Bedard Young Guns rookie! The guys talk about the hype surrounding the Blackhawks rookie, the million dollar bounty on his 1-of-1 and if the high price tag on Series 2 boxes is worth it. Plus Caitlin Clark signs a historic deal with Panini and the guys dig into the prospects baseball collectors will be talking about on the field and in the hobby this season.

#329 - Fanatics' Frustrating Week + More Whatnot Worries

February 29, 2024 08:00 - 1 hour - 87 MB

The full squad is back and everyone's got something to get off their chest on the latest edition of The Hype. First, the guys look at the incredible prices Victor Wembanyama's Prizm rookie cards are selling for and debate whether to sell now or hold. Then a pair of Fanatics blunders puts the company in hot water once again not only with the hobby but the entire sports world as the great MLB jersey debate continues. And hear the guys thoughts on yet another week of controversy on Whatnot afte...

#328 - NBA Prizm + Aidan O' Connell Trash? + Anthony Richardson Not Signing Autos? + Steph VS Sabrina & MORE!

February 22, 2024 08:00 - 46 minutes - 64.3 MB

Episode #328 is here! The OG's (Doug & Dan) discuss New 23'-24' NBA Prizm Basketball and a BIG Wemby Pull, Aidan O' Connell's unsigned football cards being found in the trash in Las Vegas?!, Anthony Richardson maybe not signing his autographs, Steph vs Sabrina in the first ever NBA vs WNBA 3PT Contest & much MORE!

#327 - Mahomes is the G.O.A.T. + Hobby Hall of Fame & Series 1 Baseball Breakdown

February 15, 2024 08:00 - 1 hour - 107 MB

After another Super Bowl win for Patrick Mahomes (and more heartbreak for the Niners, Doug, and Cody) the guys talk about Mahomes' place in football lore and the hobby. Plus Topps announces a new Hobby Hall of Fame, a 1st look at a Bowman superfractor causes a stir and 2024 Series 1 Baseball kicks off a new MLB season.

#326 - Super Bowl Preview, Hobby Prop Bets & Troy From D&A Card World's The Chase Joins The Show!

February 08, 2024 08:00 - 1 hour - 135 MB

At long last, Super Bowl week has arrived! The guys talk about how Vegas has done as host city of the big game so far and get in the Sin City spirit with some prop bets for the future of the hobby. Plus, the Bronny Jr./LeBron superfractor gets pulled, Messi MLS autos are coming and Troy Licastro from Dave & Adam's The Chase joins the show to talk about pulling one of the biggest Brock Purdy cards, D&A's big bounties and much more!

#325 - Which NFL QB's Stock Dropped the Most This Playoff Season? + Super Bowl, Fake Autos & UFC Returns to Topps

February 01, 2024 08:00 - 1 hour - 102 MB

With the Chiefs & 49ers set for a Super Bowl rematch, the guys had the share their thoughts on the AFC & NFC Championship games before digging into a busy week in the hobby. UFC returns to Topps, Immaculate & Diamond Icons debut, a former baseball player admits to faking his autographs and a whole lot more are discussed on this week's episode!

#324 - Which Super Bowl Matchup is Best for The Hobby? + Eddie from Gio Breaks Joins the Show!

January 25, 2024 08:00 - 1 hour - 115 MB

NFL Championship Sunday is upon us, and Doug & Cody's beloved 49ers are one step closer to Super Bowl glory. Oh yeah, so are the Lions, Chiefs & Ravens. Doug, Dan, C-Rad and Cody preview this weekend's AFC & NFC Championship games, debate which matchup the hobby would love the most and share some level headed thoughts on Brock Purdy. Plus Doug sits down with Eddie from Gio Breaks to talk about the challenges facing breakers & customers in the current hobby landscape and why he believes the f...

#323 - Stroud & Love Heat Up The Football Card Market + Topps Series 1 "First Card" Confusion

January 18, 2024 08:00 - 1 hour - 91 MB

The football card market got a much needed boost the last few weeks with the release of Prizm and now impressive wins from a pair of young QB's. The guys take a look at Jordan Love & C.J. Stroud's card market and debate which remaining playoff QB's have the best upside in the hobby. Plus a big week of Bowman releases, a look at the Prizm Basketball checklist and the guys play their first 2024 edition of Guess That Price!

#322 - LeBron Joins Fanatics + Rookies to Collect for the NFL Playoffs

January 12, 2024 08:00 - 1 hour - 95 MB

King James has officially left Upper Deck behind and made the jump to Fanatics. Doug & Cody talk about what LeBron's new deal could mean for Topps products in 2024 & beyond and which big names could follow him. Plus, card manufacturers try to capitalize on Mickey Mouse's public domain status, Topps reveals the 2024 Series 1 MLB design and the guys make some predictions heading into the NFL Playoffs.

#321 - Prizm Football & The State of Football Cards

January 04, 2024 08:00 - 45 minutes - 61.9 MB

With the arrival of 2023 Prizm Football, the guys talk about this year's set and why it could end up being the premiere football product of the season. Plus, with the Fanatics exclusive autos still affecting Panini products, Doug, Dan C-Rad and Cody talk about what affect it's had on football cards as a whole and how products like Contenders can work around it. Plus, a preview of 2023 Goodwin Champions and another Disney product takes the hobby by storm.

#320 - The Best (& Worst) in The Hobby in 2023

December 28, 2023 08:00 - 1 hour - 92.1 MB

We bid farewell to 2023 and look back at the stories that defined the hobby from the last year! Plus we make our picks for the best card of the year, the best product, the top athlete in the hobby and see which product takes the dubious honor for worst of the year.

#319 - Superfractor Scandals Rock The Hobby + Brock vs. Lamar on Christmas Night

December 21, 2023 08:00 - 1 hour - 93.9 MB

The year may be coming to a close, but there was still plenty of time to fit in one more hobby scandal before ringing in 2024. The guys talk about the Bowman Draft fake superfractor scandal and why this may just be the tip of the iceberg. Plus, we take a look at a couple of big high end new releases, discuss Dude Perfect's Fanatics Live debut and debate which possible MVP playing on Christmas night is a more worthy hobby investment.

#318 - Alex Giaimo Talks Netflix Fame, Fanatics Live & New York QB's + Is The Hobby Going Mainstream?

December 14, 2023 08:00 - 1 hour - 102 MB

Bowman Draft has not only been the talk of the hobby world, but Tom Brady's inclusion in this year's set has people who have never collected a baseball card in their life buzzing. The guys talk about the buzz around how Topps & Fanatics are marketing 2023 Bowman Draft and the pros & cons of the hobby going "mainstream". Plus Cody chats with Alex Giaimo about the newest season of King of Collectibles: The Goldin Touch on Netflix, how her sports media career took a turn into the sports card...

#317 - The Hype Unfiltered: The State of The Hobby 2023

December 07, 2023 08:00 - 1 hour - 89.2 MB

As we enter the final month of 2023, the guys take a step back and look at that state of the industry in this year's edition of The Hype Unfiltered! Doug, Dan, C-Rad & Cody share their thoughts on the performance of manufacturers, the evolution of sports card content and what 2024 has in store for the hobby.

#316 - Hurts vs. Purdy: Who's Got The Best Hobby Future? + Repack Hot Takes & Bowman Draft Preview

November 30, 2023 08:00 - 57 minutes - 79.5 MB

Repacks have been the hot topic in the hobby this past week, so the guys share their thoughts on the topic, why these breaks are more prominent than ever and what it says about the health of the industry. Plus, a sneak peek at 2023 Bowman Draft Baseball, a look at the state of Star Wars & other pop culture cards and we play a round of this or that looking at recent card sales from some of the league's top QB's.

#315 - Is Group Breaking Bad For The Hobby?

November 22, 2023 08:00 - 1 hour - 102 MB

It's time to put ourselves in the hot seat on the latest edition of The Hype! We discuss one of the hobby's most controversial topics: us. Or more specifically, group breakers. We discuss the biggest complaints about group breaking, how it's helpedthe hobby and what parts of it still need to be improved. Plus, MLB Debut patches are heating up eBay, the guys share their picks for the biggest turkey in the hobby and play a special Thanksgiving edition of Guess That Price.

#314 - Are Exclusive Deals Hurting The Hobby? + MLB Debut Rookie vs. 1st Bowman Superfractor

November 16, 2023 08:00 - 1 hour - 89 MB

The MLB Debut patch chase is on! The guys discuss Topps' big bet that the hobby will accept their newest card as the best MLB rookie card and debate if it will ever top the 1st Bowman superfractor auto as the best baseball card to collect. Plus, Leaf's Dwayne Johnson autos cause a social media stir, NT Basketbal arrives and how much are Fanatics' exclusive deals with C.J. Stroud, Victor Wembanyama and more actually hurting the hobby right now?

#313 - Huge New Releases, Ruth Record Breaker & The Hobby's Top QB's Right Now

November 09, 2023 08:00 - 1 hour - 87.3 MB

November is LOADED with some huge new releases, so the guys take a look at which products the hobby will be most hyped for and which ones could be sleepers. Plus the Bambino is back at the forefront of the sports card world, both in Definitive and at the auction houses. And which QB's are in our hobby top 5 at the midway point of the NFL season? As mentioned at the end of the show, the hobby lost a dear friend recently when Ben Aguirre (aka Cardboard Icons) passed away suddenly. A GoFundMe...

#312 - Is Bronny The Hobby's Next Huge Chase Card? + NFL Prizm Preview & Midseason Recap

November 02, 2023 07:00 - 1 hour - 101 MB

Another basketball prodigy makes his hobby debut this week as the chase for Bronny James begins with Topps Chrome McDonald's All-American. Dan, C-Rad & Cody discuss the newest basketball release and Bronny's future both on the court and in the hobby. Plus, the guys debate whether low World Series ratings have affected the hobby and preview Prizm Football as part of our NFL midseason report.

#311 - World Series (and Taco) Preview + Wemby-Mania Sweeps The Hobby

October 26, 2023 07:00 - 1 hour - 92.7 MB

The World Series is set and while the Rangers & D'backs should be an enticing matchup for collectors, we're focused on tacos, tacofractors, and more tacos. We look at the market for Topps' newest chase card and look at Corbin Carroll's market heading into the Fall Classic. Plus the guys discuss Victor Wembanyama's debut. play an NBA edition of Guess That Price and take a deep dive into one of the strangest investment opportunities for collectors after Rally announced they would be selling sh...

#310 - What Will Be The Most Valuable C.J. Stroud Rookie Card? + Topps Gilded Strikes Gold Again

October 19, 2023 07:00 - 1 hour - 88 MB

Two big releases are getting the hobby hyped this week as we take a look at brand new 2023 Topps Gilded Baseball and the surprise addition of Connor Bedard short print rookie cards in Upper Deck Series 1 Hockey. Plus with C.J. Stroud claiming the title as the best 2023 rookie QB for now, the guys discuss which one of his rookie cards will be the most sought after.

Mojo Sessions #35 - Candace Martino, Press Pass Breaks & Hobby Influencer

October 16, 2023 07:00 - 34 minutes - 31.5 MB

Cody chats with one of the hobby's rising stars Candace Martino on this week's edition of Mojo Sessions! Candace talks about her move from sports broadcasting to the hobby, how she's trying to convert non-collector sports fans and how she hopes to use her influence to make an impact beyond the sports card world. Check out more from Candace on social media @candacemartinotv on IG & @candacemartino on Twitter/X And for more info on how you can help Cards for Cancer, go to cardsforcancer....

#309 - Is College Football Ready for a Hobby Breakout? + Which Product Will Get MLB Debut Cards?

October 12, 2023 07:00 - 1 hour - 95.4 MB

This week, the guys discuss Topps' big bet on Bowman University Football. See what they guys think of their latest release and if college football is ready to break out among collectors. Plus, Connor Bedard makes his long awaited NHL debut, more revelations in Panini's ongoing lawsuit with Fanatics and the much anticipated MLB Debut patches will make their hobby premiere in the last product we expected.

Mojo Sessions #34 - Jeremy Lee, Sports Cards Live

October 09, 2023 07:00 - 28 minutes - 49.4 MB

Cody's joined by Jeremy Lee, the host of one of the hobby's most popular video podcasts Sports Cards Live! Cody talks to Jeremy about his journey from collector to shop owner to sports card media personality. Plus hear what Jeremy thinks of some of the hottest topics in the hobby and why this upcoming hockey season will be pivotal for Upper Deck. Check out Jeremy every Saturday on Sports Cards Live on YouTube!

#308 - Doubling Up on Bowman Superfractors + Which NFL Rookies Should You Buy & Sell?

October 05, 2023 07:00 - 1 hour - 96.9 MB

This week on The Hype, the guys try to figure out how Topps let dual superfractors get into this year's edition of Bowman Chrome and why their response to the error is a huge win for collectors. Plus, a look at a star studded Hobby Rip Night, the biggest NFL rookies at the quarter mark of the season and why this MLB Postseason could be huge for the hobby.

#307 - Lillard & Giannis Join Forces + Guess That Price (Taylor's Version) LIVE on Fanatics Live!

September 28, 2023 07:00 - 1 hour - 115 MB

The Hype is LIVE again! This time we take the show to the Fanatics Live app to discuss the huge Woj bomb dropped just before we started recording. The guys dig into the Damian Lillard to Milwaukee trade and how it might affect his card market. Plus, the guys debate which sport is the best to collect right now, who has the best & worst autos in the hobby and play a special Swiftie edition of Guess That Price!

#306 - Early Season NFL Overreactions + WWE Smacks-Down Panini's Contract

September 21, 2023 07:00 - 1 hour - 86.8 MB

This week on The Hype, the guys discuss yet another blow to Panini as WWE claims a breach of contract and appears headed to a deal with Fanatics. Plus, a look at the first sales of Bowman Chrome singles, Ronald Acuna Jr.'s gold chain heading to Goldin and the guys discuss players their worried about and those who are the real deal after 2 weeks of NFL action.

#305 - The Biggest Bowman Chrome Ever? + How Rodgers Injury Affects The Hobby

September 14, 2023 07:00 - 1 hour - 93.3 MB

2023 Bowman Chrome has arrived with one of the most star studded prospect (and retrofractor) checklists we've seen in a while. Could this be one of the biggest Bowman Chrome releases ever? Plus a look at the most notable names in football after week 1 and the guys discuss how the devastating Aaron Rodgers injury will affect the hobby.

Mojo Sessions #33 - Michael Allen, Daddy Rips - LIVE from the Burbank Card Show

September 11, 2023 19:30 - 48 minutes - 110 MB

From the Burbank Card Show in Anaheim, Doug & Dan sat down with Daddy Rips' Michael Allen on the Hobbzi stage to talk about his growing sports card media brand, how he got into collectibles and a surprising amount of pog talk.  Check out Daddy Rips at daddyrips.com and on social media! And thanks to Hobbzi Media for having us!

#304 - Card Controversies & 2023 NFL Predictions

September 07, 2023 07:00 - 1 hour - 82.9 MB

The Hobby loves always loves a little bit of controversy and we had plenty of it to talk about this week on The Hype! Doug, Dan, C-Rad & Cody discuss the ongoing saga of one of sports cards' biggest influencers, another sketchy autograph subject from Leaf and the guys share their hottest takes for the upcoming NFL season.

#303 - Burbank Card Show Preview with Mama Breaks' Stephanie Garcia + Cosmic & Galaxy Take The Hobby To The Moon

August 31, 2023 07:00 - 58 minutes - 80.8 MB

To get set for a huge weekend in Anaheim at the Burbank Card Show, Mama Breaks' Stephanie Garcia joins us in studio to tell us what she's got planned for this weekend's show! Plus a deep dive into two of the most exciting releases for Star Wars & baseball collectors, Cosmic Chrome & Topps Chrome Star Wars Galaxy and Doug, Dan, Cody & Stephanie pick which QB's cards they think will see the biggest bump in the hobby this season.

#302 - NFLPA Breaks Up With Panini + Is LeBron Done With Upper Deck?

August 23, 2023 17:00 - 58 minutes - 53.9 MB

The hobby is still reeling from the shocking news that the NFLPA is backing out of it's deal with Panini America 3 years early and Doug, Dan, C-Rad & Cody try to figure out what it means in the short term, what the future of Panini looks like and how the NFL, NBAPA & NBA will respond. Plus after Topps sparked rumors of another huge hobby break up when LeBron James showed up on a Topps Now card, the guys discuss James' future (or lack thereof) with Upper Deck.

#301 - How to Deal with Hobby Trolls + Will Legend 1st Bowmans Outsell Vintage Rookies?

August 17, 2023 07:00 - 55 minutes - 76.5 MB

Doug, C-Rad & Cody have finally recovered from episode 300 and take some time to address some negative social media reactions they've recently seen in the hobby. The guys talk about how to combat internet trolls plus preview 2023 Bowman Chrome and the brand new legend 1st Bowmans. Plus a look at some brand new releases and the guys reveal their wildest predictions for the 2023 NFL season.

The Hype 300th Episode Extravaganza! - Mojobreak's Top 10 Hits, Cameo Apperances & More!

August 10, 2023 07:00 - 1 hour - 147 MB

The Hype reaches the 300 episode milestone & the guys are celebrating in style! Doug, Dan, C-Rad & Cody look back at the biggest hits in Mojobreak history and roast each other with celebrity Cameos. Plus, after the massive news that Panini & Fanatics could be heading into a major legal battle, the guys talk about what it means for the hobby and how the sports card industry will look by episode 400.

#299 - Recapping a Wild Week at NSCC 2023 + Manning & Magic Cards Sell for Big Bucks

August 03, 2023 07:00 - 1 hour - 92.8 MB

With The National in the rear view, Doug, C-Rad & Cody recap a packed week in Chicago and discuss their favorite parts of this year's show. Plus the guys try to predict what Brock Purdy's National Treasures RPA's will sell for when NT drops next week and discuss two huge card sales from completely different corners of the hobby.

Mojo Sessions #32 - Live from NSCC '23 with Sports Card Nonsense

August 01, 2023 19:55 - 36 minutes - 67.3 MB

Mojobreak & SCN team up for a special live podcast from The National Sports Collectors Convention in Chicago! Doug, Cody, Jesse & Mike talk about what they're looking for at the big show, how it compares to year's past and, of course, a ton of Chicago food talk. Then Cody hosts a special Chi-town edition of Guess That Price! Huge thanks to Hobbzi & Luddex for putting this together!

Mojo Sessions #31 - Doug Plagens, Florida Panthers Radio Broadcaster - Road to NSCC '23

July 24, 2023 07:00 - 44 minutes - 40.6 MB

Happy National week! We kick off NSCC week and wrap up our Road to NSCC '23 series with one of our all time favorites, the voice of the Florida Panthers and sports card enthusiast Doug Plagens! Cody & Dan talk to Doug about the Panthers incredible Stanley Cup run, what he'll be doing at this year's show and plenty of music talk. Check out Doug at the Fanatics booth at this year's show and listen to Florida Panthers broadcasts next season on the NHL app!

#298 - What to Expect at NSCC 2023 + Topps Chrome Baseball Preview

July 20, 2023 07:00 - 1 hour - 56.5 MB

With The National in Chicago just a week away, the guys talk about what to expect from the biggest names in the hobby at this year's show, what we'll be up to and what you should know before heading to the show. Plus Fanatics may soon have a convention of their own, a preview of the latest releases in the next two weeks and way more discussion about tacos & furries than we ever expected.

Mojo Sessions #30 - Matt "Dappz" McGuckin, Dappz Sports - Road to NSCC '23

July 17, 2023 07:00 - 32 minutes - 29.8 MB

Cody talks to one of the leaders in sports card content Matt "Dappz" McGuckin as we continue to get set for The National 2023! Cody talks to Dappz about what they have planned in Chicago, building Dappz Sports into a one stop shop for the hobby and how he tries to stand out as the world of sports card content continues to grow. Check out Dappz Sports on all social media and dappzsports.com!

#297 - Fanatics Goes Live! + 2nd Half MLB Picks to Click

July 13, 2023 07:00 - 51 minutes - 47.2 MB

As The National draws closer, the guys talk about the big moves Fanatics appears to be making both in the hobby and at this year's show. Doug, Dan, C-Rad & Cody talk about why a surprising number of young athletes coming to this year's show (plus some rumored big names) could be a sign of Fanatics making some big moves. Plus a look at the debut of Fanatics Live & Cody runs down some of the underrated young stars collectors should keep an eye on in the 2nd half of the MLB season.

Mojo Sessions #29 - Andy Broome, VP of Certified Collectibles Group - Road to NSCC '23

July 10, 2023 07:00 - 28 minutes - 39 MB

With The National in Chicago less than a month away, we're talking to some of the biggest names in the industry to get ready for the big show! First up, Cody chats with Andy Broome, Vice President of Certified Collectibles Group. Andy talks about what has changed in his 25+ years in the industry, what CCG has planned for The National and why now was the right time to bring CSG & CGC together to create one of the biggest grading companies in the hobby. Check out CCG at The National in Rose...

#296 - The State of Group Breaking + New Release Reviews

July 06, 2023 07:00 - 1 hour - 69.6 MB

Group breaking has become a hot topic not just in the hobby but the sports world in general after an ESPN article highlighted the industry last week. So this week the guys take a step back to look at the good, bad and ugly of group breaking and it's future in the hobby. Plus reviews of the latest sports card releases including Select Basketball & Panini One Football.

#295 - Are We Taking Shohei For Granted? + Mojo Sessions with Joe Staley

June 29, 2023 07:00 - 1 hour - 67.6 MB

This week we're joined by Joe Staley on this week's episode of The Hype for w wide ranging conversation covering everything from what he would change about the hobby, how he got into sports cards and exclusive stories of the ups & downs of his 49ers career. Plus Dan, C-Rad & Cody go over a huge list of new releases and Cody asks if we are starting to take Shohei Ohtani for granted after another unbelieveable performance.

#294 - Are No. 1 Picks Worth Investing In? + Panini Swaps Redemptions for Sparkle Packs

June 22, 2023 07:00 - 1 hour - 58.4 MB

Lots of hobby news to cover on this week's edition of The Hype, including the upcoming NBA Draft! The guys look back at number 1 picks throughout the years and debate whether or not investing big money in top pick cards is a worthy investment. Plus, Panini announces a replacement for old redemptions, CSG becomes CGC and we look at how the top newsmakers in sports are doing in the hobby in our buy or sell segment.

#293 - Reliving the Triple Logoman Moment + How Will Panini Handle Select XRC's?

June 15, 2023 07:00 - 1 hour - 74.6 MB

Did you hear? We pulled a pretty big card last week, so you know we gotta relive the once in a lifetime pull on this week's episode of The Hype! The guys talk about the incredible Lebron/Curry/Luka triple logoman out of 21/22 Flawless Basketball and specualte where it ranks among modern cards. Plus, a deep dive into Select Football XRC's, a look at how the NBA & Stanley Cup Finals affects the hobby, a special Logoman edition of Guess That Price and a heated discussion about which beer we'd b...

#292 - Messi to Miami, The Hobby Has Elly Fever & Select Football Preview

June 08, 2023 07:00 - 1 hour - 56 MB

We travel to every corner of The Hobby on the latest episode of The Hype, starting with a look at brand new Topps Series 2 Baseball and an exciting call up in Cincinnati. Plus, the guys discuss how Messi's move to Miami could finally make MLS cards a must have for soccer collectors, a Select Football preview and an in depth discussion on how Livvy rizzed up Baby Gronk (we have no idea what that means either).

#291 - A Boring NBA Finals for The Hobby? + Checking in on Baseball's Biggest Hobby Stars

June 01, 2023 07:00 - 1 hour - 60.3 MB

The NBA Finals tips off tonight, but will collectors care? The guys discuss which Nuggets & Heat stars they would invest in and which ones to sell before the start of game 1. Plus a look at a packed week of new releases, a check in on MLB's biggest stars & rookies as we're a thrid of the way through the baseball season and a special case hits edition of Guess That Price!

#290 - Fanatics Making Moves On & Off The Field - How PWCC & NFL Exclusive Deals Affect The Hobby

May 25, 2023 07:00 - 1 hour - 90.7 MB

Fanatics continues it's take over of the hobby this week with the surprising news that they acquired the PWCC Marketplace. The guys discuss what's next for the sports giant and how they disrupted the 2023 NFL Rookie Premiere with new exclusive player deals. Plus the Druw Jones Bowman superfracotr was pulled just days shy of the bounty cutoff, so the guys take a look at other cards that recently sold for the bounty prize of $250K and debate which card they'd rather own.