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Apr 11, 2026; Los Angeles, California, USA; Edmonton Oilers center Connor McDavid (97) reacts against the Los Angeles Kings during the third period at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Griffin Hooper-Imagn Images

In celebration of the NHL playoffs beginning, a brand new collectable offering will be made available to collectors. Cards featuring Gretzky and McDavid can be pulled for only $100.

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In celebration of the NHL playoffs beginning, a brand new collectable offering will be made available to collectors. Cards featuring Gretzky and McDavid can be pulled for only $100.

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Stephanie Vaquer celebrates winning the Women’s World Championship on Saturday, Sept. 20, 2025, during WWE WrestlePalooza at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis. Vaquer is one of the top chases in Topps Chrome WWE 2026.

Last year Topps announced that WWE debut patches would be part of future products. Five of those debut patch autos are live in WWE Chrome 2026 including Sol Ruca, Stephanie Vaquer, JC Matteo, and Roxanne Perez.

Lewis Hamilton turns a lifelong passion for collecting into a global venture.

Formula One Legend and Ferrari driver Lewis Hamilton is partnering with Dave and Adams, one of the world's top sports collectibles businesses, to launch a new global venture, Card Culture by Lewis Hamilton, a premium global retail venture

Launching April 15th, Topps Chrome Football blends rookie milestones, game-used elements, and bold new design.

Topps launches its first licensed NFL release in 10 years, featuring innovative designs that Topps SVP of Product, Clay Luraschi says bring fans closer to the game than ever.

Fanatics hosts the Playmakers Classic in Phoenix on Feb. 18, 2026.

Fanatics Fest athlete autograph and photo opportunity ticket sales have launched

Jan 29, 2026; Dallas, Texas, USA; Charlotte Hornets guard Kon Knueppel (7) stands with Dallas Mavericks forward Cooper Flagg (32) during the second half at American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images

GemRate’s March trading card report shows record grading, surging TCG demand, and breakout growth for Flagg, Kneuppel, and Dart.

Topps returns as the NFL’s official trading card partner under Fanatics Collectibles, debuting 2025 Topps Chrome Football with rookie patch autographs, Gold Shield cards, and expanded global distribution.

Mar 24, 2026; Salt Lake City, Utah, USA; Edmonton Oilers center Connor McDavid (97) scores a goal on an open net during the third period of a game against the Utah Mammoth at Delta Center. Mandatory Credit: Rob Gray-Imagn Images

National Hockey Card Day is scheduled for April 11th, and collectors can take advantage of multiple promotions at their local hobby shops.

The antitrust suit filed against Fanatics for monopolistic practices has been dismissed, marking a major decision in the hobby world.

Arena Club will celebrate the start of the MLB season by launching a new, limited edition Slab Pack. Here is a first look at some of the featured cards.

Tom Brady at the American Dream Mall location of CardVault by Tom Brady

Tom Brady’s CardVault expands to St. Louis. This brings the 14th location to the card shop's portfolio.

Aaron Judge and Shohei Ohtani are co-stars in the latest big money sports card sale.

The 2025 Topps Chrome Dual MVP Shohei Ohtani and Aaron Judge Gold Logoman Patch Auto 1/1 highlights the growing demand for ultra-rare, game-worn patch cards featuring baseball’s biggest stars.

An arbitration complaint has been filed against Whatnot, Inc. The card platform faces legal challenges over their breaking practices.

4 $1M+ card sales in the first week of March 2026

Four cards topped $1M in the first week of March, including Curry, Babe Ruth, and two Charizards. The ultra-high end hobby market is off to a red-hot start.

Jack Hughes - 2026 Olympics Topps NOW® - Card 18 (Base)

New eBay data reveals the hottest sports and Pokémon cards of February, including Jack Hughes’ massive surge and big MLB movers.

Nov 22, 2025; San Jose, California, USA; Gotham FC players celebrate after defeating the Washington Spirit in the NWSL championship game at PayPal Park. Mandatory Credit: Darren Yamashita-Imagn Images

The NWSL and Panini America have reached a licensing agreement. Look for the top case hits and inserts from Panini. What collectors should know about these cards.

Aaron Judge’s 2013 Bowman Chrome Draft Superfractor Auto 1/1 rookie card sold for $5.2 million through Fanatics Collect, setting a modern baseball card record.

History made! Aaron Judge's iconic 1/1 Rookie Superfractor sells for record via Fanatics Collect. Details of the sale and Judge card market.

Feb 22, 2026; Milan, Italy; Jack Hughes (86) of the United States celebrates after defeating Canada in the men's ice hockey gold medal game during the Milano Cortina 2026 Olympic Winter Games at Milano Santagiulia Ice Hockey Arena. Mandatory Credit: Amber Searls-Imagn Images

The latest search trends on eBay sports cards reflect increased interest among collectors in the areas of the Winter Olympics and NBA rookies, all-stars, and trades.

A copy of Michael Jordan's debut on the cover of "Sports Illustrated" on Nov. 28, 1983, is now the most expensive magazine of all time after selling for $229,360 at Goldin Auctions.

Nearly 2.5M cards were graded in February 2026

Jordan, Ohtani and Pokémon led nearly 2.5 million cards that were graded in February. Sports card collectors are still getting legends graded while many are also taking bets on the future.

The Youth Collector Club Initiative is getting a big boost to drive awareness through The National and SCN Media.

The Youth Collector Clubs Initiative, led by educator Samuel Evans and amplified by The National and SCN Media, is shaping the future of the hobby by teaching young collectors real-world skills through trading cards.

The National has partnered with SCN Media to highlight collectors' stories and help educate the next generation of the hobby.

The National Sports Collectors Convention is teaming with Sports Cards Nonsense Media to create year-round content, spotlight collector journeys and grow the Youth Collector Clubs program for the next generation of the hobby.

Jaxson Dart and Michael Rubin at Topps Rip Night at Dave & Adam's in New York City

Hundreds of collectors gathered at New York City's Dave & Adam's for a chance to meet Fanatics CEO Michael Rubin and New York Giants quarterback Jaxson Dart during Topps Rip Night. They not only received free cards in the process, but life advice, too.

A plethora of guests participated in the latest Topps Rip Night, which took place Saturday, February 21st.

Multiple sport and non-sport categories of cards in the hobby are now being offered by Arena Club.

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Exclusive Playoff Hockey Slab Packs Coming to Arena Club

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Exclusive Playoff Hockey Slab Packs Coming to Arena Club

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WWE Debut Patch Autos make their First Appearance in Chrome 2026

F1 Legend Teams With Dave & Adam’s CEO to Launch Card Culture by Lewis Hamilton

The Return of Topps Chrome Football Signals a New Era of NFL Card Innovation

Athlete Autograph Tickets are Live For Fanatics Fest NYC in July 2026

March GemRate Report: PSA, TCG & Rookie Hype Drive Record Card Month

Topps Returns to NFL Cards with a New Vision for the Hobby

Upper Deck To Celebrate National Hockey Card Day With Collectors

Fanatics Scores Major Victory: Consumer Antitrust Case Dismissed

Opening Day Slab Pack Features MLB's Most Promising Stars

CardVault Expands Again: St. Louis Lands Tom Brady’s Newest Card Store

2025 Topps Ohtani & Judge Dual Logoman Auto Sells for Over $2 Million

Whatnot Faces Legal Challenges Over Card Breaking Practices

Million Dollar Card Sales Kick Off a Blazing Start to March for The Hobby

eBay's Top Selling Athletes & Pokémon Cards for February

Panini and NWSL Partner: What Soccer Card Collectors Should Know

Aaron Judge Rookie Card Sells for Modern Baseball Record

New eBay Sports Card Report: Kon Knueppel and Winter Olympics Dominate

Michael Jordan Sports Illustrated Sets Record as Most Expensive Magazine Ever

New GemRate Report Reflects Card Grading Strength for February

Building Collectors: Inside The National's Youth Education Program

The National and Sports Cards Nonsense Media Turn the Hobby’s Biggest Show Into a Year-Round Story

Michael Rubin Proclaims Collectors Are "The Best Sports Fans" at Topps Rip Night

Flagg, Ripken, & Topps Rip Night: Athletes & Celebrities Rip With Fans

4 New Offerings Available on Arena Club