Maradona’s ‘Hand of God’ Soccer Ball Sells for $3.35 Million
A leather ball that witnessed Diego Maradona's infamous 'Hand of God' goal was auctioned for $3.35 million, a price below estimates but still a record for sports memorabilia.
Aug 26, 2026
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The Seven Iconic Vintage Baseball Card Sets That Shaped the Hobby
A look at the most celebrated baseball card collections that have defined generations of collectors, highlighting their unique designs, legendary rookies, and lasting cultural impact.
Aug 11, 2026
Molitor Joins Elite Club of 3,000‑Hit, 500‑Steal Legends
Paul Molitor’s 3,000‑hit, 500‑steal feat at age 41 places him among a handful of legends, a milestone that underscores the dwindling rarity of such dual‑threat players in modern baseball.
Aug 9, 2026
Sidney Crosby’s Enduring Legacy in Hockey and Pittsburgh
Sidney Crosby, the longtime face of the Pittsburgh Penguins, celebrates his 39th birthday while aiming to extend his career and climb the all‑time points list.
Aug 8, 2026
The 1948 Leaf Baseball Card Set: A Collector’s Treasure Trove
The 1948 Leaf baseball card set, released in 1949 despite its 1948 copyright, introduced nine rookie cards that include Hall of Famers and rare short‑prints, driving record‑breaking sales and enduring collector fascination.
Aug 5, 2026
July 29: A Date That Has Shaped Baseball History
Across more than a century, July 29 has been marked by no‑hitters, record‑breaking homers, and Hall of Fame inductions that continue to influence the game.
Jul 29, 2026
Baseball’s Timeless Moments: From Rube Waddell to Aaron Judge
From early 20th‑century strikeouts to modern home‑run records, baseball’s rich history is marked by unforgettable performances and the legends who created them.
Jul 28, 2026
The 140 Greatest Baseball Players: A Journey Through 14 Themed Rooms
A sweeping tribute organizes baseball's all‑time greats into fourteen rooms of ten, weaving together historic achievements, groundbreaking statistics, and the evolving narrative of America's pastime.
Jul 27, 2026
Pedro Martinez Joins ESPN’s ‘Immortals’ Project Celebrating Baseball’s Greatest
ESPN’s senior baseball analyst Paul Hembekides, together with the historic outlet The Sporting News, has launched an ambitious undertaking that will span months and culminate in a tribute to the 140 most influential figures in baseball history.
Jul 27, 2026
The 140 Greatest Baseball Players: Immortals and Methodology
A recent Sporting News feature ranks the 140 most influential players in baseball history, highlighting a select group of ten whose impact transcended the game and detailing the data‑driven process behind the list.
Jul 27, 2026
The Hot Dog: Baseball’s Enduring Snack
The hot dog’s journey to the diamond began in the early 1900s, when German‑born vendors first served the sausage to curious crowds.
Jul 27, 2026
Historic Presidential Baseballs Fetch $3 Million at MLB All-Star Live Auction
The 22nd MLB All-Star Live Auction, conducted by Hunt Auctions, sold a curated set of 21 presidential baseballs for $3 million, underscoring the enduring link between America’s leaders and the national pastime.
Jul 27, 2026
Baseball Hall of Fame’s ‘Shoebox Treasures’ Exhibit Bridges Past and Present of Card Collecting
From the ‘Holy Grails’ of trading cards to interactive tributes, the Hall of Fame’s latest exhibit offers a sweeping look at baseball card history, complete with rare finds and humorous nods to collectors’ traditions.
Jul 26, 2026
The 1939 Hall of Fame Induction: A Milestone in Baseball History
The inaugural class of the National Baseball Hall of Fame was celebrated in Cooperstown in 1939, honoring legends like Babe Ruth and Ty Cobb while revealing the evolving rituals that shaped baseball’s hallowed tradition.
Jul 24, 2026
Keith Olbermann Lists Rare Honus Wagner Card for Auction
Former ESPN and MSNBC host Keith Olbermann is preparing to sell a pristine T206 Honus Wagner baseball card, a piece he kept hidden for decades before its recent authentication by CGC.
Jul 8, 2026
Record-Breaking Vintage Baseball Card Auction Sets New Benchmarks
A United States auction of historic baseball cards achieved a cumulative $489,027, with standout sales of iconic rookie cards and rare sets, underscoring the growing investment appeal of sports memorabilia.
Jun 9, 2026
A Century of Baseball Scholarship: New Catalog Reveals 850+ Academic Works
An extensive bibliography of baseball-related dissertations, covering 1908-2024, reveals scholarly work that spans physics, history, music and more.
Jun 9, 2026