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Strasburg 2010 Topps Chrome Refractor

I have a buddy that I went to high school with who has recently found his way back in to the hobby. Lately, Duston H. has been on a retail kick – buying the 2010 Topps Value like you see below along with blasters of Topps 2010, 2010 Allen & Ginter and others.

2010 Topps Value Box

2010 Topps Value Box

By now, everyone knows that the big selling point on these boxes is the chance to pull 1 of 3 exclusive chrome refractor cards including Stephen Strasburg, Babe Ruth and Cal Ripken Jr. My buddy Duston actually pulled the Strasburg refractor in the first box he bought, so he had decided to buy another one and was going to attempt to put together the 3 card set. I ran by his place last night and he was in the process of opening the box up. As he was telling me about what he was wanting to pull – he laughed and said “Got another Strasburg – you want it?”

Well, of course!

2010 Topps Refractor Stephen Strasburg

2010 Topps Refractor Stephen Strasburg

Thanks Duston!

Kareem sues Upper Deck

Kareem Abdul-Jabbar is going after Upper Deck for at least $1 million. The lawsuit was filed by Martin Singer with Lavely & Singer today in LA. According to the lawsuit “Abdul-Jabbar never authorized the production of the cards. In fact, at all times, Upper Deck was fully aware that Abdul-Jabbar had never authorized Upper Deck to use his photograph, name and signature for college-themed cards, and Abdul-Jabbar had previous rejected Upper Deck’s request for such authorization.

Kareem says UD used the photos of himself, while he was a student at the University of California, Los Angeles, on its “Greats of the Game” card series. Some of  the cards also feature Abdul-Jabbar’s name and signature.

Greats of the Game UD

Kareem Greats of the Game Upper Deck

Upper Deck is being accused of unjust enrichment and violating unfair competition laws, among other things.

Sources:
TMZ

Courthouse News Service

Discussion:
http://www.blowoutcards.com/forums/basketball/90629-abdul-jabbar-slams-basketball-card-company.html

Win a box of TNA Icons!

Tristar is holding a drawing for one hobby box of TNA Icons. 2nd place will receive one blaster box of TNA Icons. Winner randomly selected on August 31st, 2010.

To sign-up and for details go to: http://www.tristarproductions.com/Contests/TNA/IconsContest.html

Keep it, Sell it, Trade it.

I’m sure you have faced these decisions more than once if you collect cards. The answers will vary for everyone obviously and perhaps there is no right answer really but I thought it would be fun to try this out.  As you may know, I am recently a newlywed and just found out that I will be a father in January of 2010. These two changes alone have forced me to evaluate my collecting habits and my collection in general for that matter. I have decided to concentrate my collection on just a few players and in the process I will be getting rid of cards. Some I will sell, some I will giveaway, some I will surely end up keeping. Regardless, I thought it would be fun to see what YOU think I should do with a certain card or cards every now and then. I decided to throw in the Trade portion for obvious reasons. Maybe the card in question is one you want – and maybe you have a card or cards I want in exchange.  Hell, who knows, you might even talk me in to trading something I thought I wanted to keep. Just tell me what you think I should do with the card or cards posted and why I should do so. If you are interested in trading – say so in the comments and then drop me a line with your offer and we will go from there. Sound like fun? Let’s try one and see how it goes……..

First up we have a 2008 Donruss EEE Throwback Threads AUTO Buster Posey. #072/100 – This card was pulled from the 2008 Donruss EEE Boxbust back in March 2009. So the question is what do you think I should do with it? Keep it, Sell it, or Trade it?

2008 Donruss EEE Throwback Threads Buster Posey

Keep it, Sell it or Trade it? Let me know in the comments section! Serious trade inquires only please! Currently only seeking: Colby Rasmus cards. Will also consider unopened product in trades.

Quick Site Update

Just letting you know that I am slowly but surely getting my Colby Rasmus collection uploaded as promised. You can find them under the COLLECTION page. So far I have all my Bowman and Topps cards added, including a couple new 2010 Topps A&G that I got pretty cheap. Also, keep an eye out for a contest coming up soon – its been awhile since I have given anything away…..

NCAA 11 Tournament

easportsfans.com is celebrating the release of NCAA 11 with a PS3 and Xbox 360 tournament. You can sign up here:  http://www.easportsfans.com/forums/competitions.php

Spots in the tournament are limited so hurry!

Scheduled to start July 14.

UD Invites Fans To Join The Volunteer Alliance!

Through a strategic initiative to further engage its loyal customer base, Upper Deck is pleased to announce the formation of the company’s new “Volunteer Alliance.” Upper Deck is encouraging fans of its products to enroll to receive special monthly “missions.” Those who make the biggest impact with their volunteer efforts on the company’s behalf will receive special Upper Deck-branded items or product.

“By engaging our worldwide consumers so successfully on Facebook, Twitter, YouTube and the Upper Deck Blog, we have found there is a very passionate group of positive brand advocates who want to help share how much fun the hobby can be with others,” said Upper Deck’s Sports Marketing Manager Chris Carlin. “We want to enlist these fans in the Upper Deck Volunteer Alliance to help us promote marketing programs, charity programs, general awareness for our business initiatives and other announcements. Members who help to make an impact through each month’s mission will be rewarded for giving back to the hobby they love.”

To become a member of the “Upper Deck Volunteer Alliance” fans simply need to have an online account with Upper Deck and e-mail the company at UpperDeckMarketing@upperdeck.com with the following information:

Upper Deck Online Account Username

Name

Email Address

Favorite Sports

The first mission in July for members of the “Upper Deck Volunteer Alliance” is to help create awareness for brick-and-mortar hobby shops. Future missions will be shared directly with members of the “Upper Deck Volunteer Alliance” each month through direct e-mails.

“We have always been very focused on coming up with programs to help small business owners who run hobby shops stay profitable,” said Carlin. “We know once assembled, our corps of volunteers will be able to creatively help increase interest in their business. Members may create a YouTube video to promote the shop, help to arrange an event at the store, or create and assist in managing a Facebook business page for the store owner. Really, the sky’s the limit. As members report back to us what they have done, we will reward the top 20 who made the biggest impact every month.”

Top monthly volunteers may receive items like Upper Deck-branded bags, binders, hats, boxes of trading cards, rare insert cards and even Upper Deck Authenticated Memorabilia. The company will also have other smaller missions and giveaways for members of the group as well. It is absolutely free to join the “Upper Deck Volunteer Alliance,” so what are you waiting for? Become a member today!

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