Hobby Happenings Week Ending October 21st, 2016 – Here is a look at hobby stories from around the web. Find out the latest in business news, player spotlights, vintage, grading, auctions, sports memorabilia and more. Stories from Forbes, Sports Collectors Daily, Christies, ABC News, Ad Week, Chicago Tribune and other sources.
Hobby Happenings Week Ending October 21st, 2016 – PHOTO OF THE WEEK
A Rare Portrait of Walter “The Big Train” Johnson Batting – Best know for his pitching prowess, Walter Johnson could also swing the bat. Learn more about this photograph. DETAILS
Hobby Happenings Week Ending October 21st, 2016 – AUCTION NEWS
Christies’s Wraps-Up “Golden Age of Baseball” Auction – Some dramatic prices were realized in this auction that featured some amazing treasures spanning decades of baseball history. FULL RESULTS
Hobby Happenings Week Ending October 21st, 2016 – AUTOGRAPH NEWS
Beckett Launches New Business Unit, Beckett Authentication Services – The former head of PSA’s autograph authentication services, Steve Grad, heads up launch of new service for Beckett. DETAILS
Hobby Happenings Week Ending October 21st, 2016 – CRIME NEWS
BUSTED! – Thief Caught Who Stole Personal Collection – Crime doesn’t pay for one unfortuante Arizona young man arrested for his alleged involvement in a recent heist. STORY
Hobby Happenings Week Ending October 21st, 2016 – SPORTS MEMORABILIA NEWS
Win at Yogi Berra Signed Baseball – The crew over at Beckett Media are giving away a Yogi Berra signed baseball courtesy of Steiner Sports. Find out how to enter and see if you can WIN
Hobby Happenings Week Ending October 21st, 2016 – VINTAGE CARD NEWS
Why Ty Cobb Baseball Cards Continue to Be a Blue-Chip Investment – Investing in baseball cards can be a tricky business. However, with players of certain eras like Ty Cobb, it’s a no-brainer. FULL STORY
Hobby Happenings Week Ending October 21st, 2016 – PLAYER NEWS
Wayne Gretzky Book Signing a BIG Hit With Fans – The “Great One” has been drawing big crowds during his recent book signing tour. WATCH & READ
Hobby Happenings Week Ending October 21st, 2016 – COLLECTOR SPOTLIGHT
Bob Costas Talks Baseball Cards – Listen to the long-time announcer’s interview with the folks on the Topps Talk podcast. LISTEN
Hobby Happenings Week Ending October 21st, 2016 – BUSINESS NEWS
Topps Appoints New CEO, Michael Brandstaedter – Find out what that means for the company’s future and its potential impact on the company’s traditional trading card business. FULL STORY
Hobby Happenings Week Ending October 21st, 2016 – DIGITAL NEWS
Topps Launches New Digital App, NHL Skate – The company continues to generate new revenue with digital entertainment. Learn more about the company’s latest offering that is sure to excite hockey fans the world over.. DETAILS
Hobby Happenings Week Ending October 21st, 2016 – JUST FOR FUN
Chicago Cubs’ Collectors Hopes Rise – The Cubs are one game away from from the first World Series appearance since World War II. Collectors and dealers talk about the big “What if?” STORY
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