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EPISODE · Apr 8, 2026 · 53 MIN

Episode 24, S2: The Boys Are Back | Kern Returns to Break Down the MLB & Card Market

from The Sports Card CEO Podcast

In this episode, Kern returns as the CEOs break down the current state of Major League Baseball and how player performance is influencing the card market. They explore the hobby’s reactive nature, sharing insights on player development, market timing, and where the real long-term investment opportunities lie.Chapters00:00 Welcome Back and Nostalgia in Baseball03:08 Spring Break Adventures and Personal Updates08:25 Opportunities in the Card Market14:07 Analyzing Player Performance and Market Reactions16:45 The Evolution of Hitting in Baseball19:35 Comparing Modern and Historical Hitters22:26 Long-Term vs Short-Term Investments in Cards32:19 Auction Timing and Market Dynamics36:21 Transitioning from Prospect to Superstar39:01 The Importance of Recognition in the Hobby41:12 The Debate on First Autos47:36 Strategizing for Future Opportunities50:07 Advice for New Investors52:26 Long-Term Contracts and Market Influence_____________________________________________________________________Email us your questions! [email protected] and Subscribe to the pod!Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-sports-card-ceo-podcast/id1793644263Spotify: http: https://open.spotify.com/show/0TVcjeAz2nG0BswCNSR9ZY?si=4177b30b6f264b61Follow Us:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thesportscardceoX: https://x.com/SportscardCeohttps://www.instagram.com/hamhousesportshttps://www.instagram.com/thebowmanfarmerhttps://www.instagram.com/kernscardsSubscribe to our other YouTube channels!Just Baseball: https://www.youtube.com/@JustBaseballMediaThe Call Up: https://www.youtube.com/@TheCallUpPodJust Baseball Originals: https://www.youtube.com/@JustBaseballOriginalsJust Gridiron Fans: https://www.youtube.com/@JustGridironFans #baseball #sportscards #collectables

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