Sports Card Clubhouse

Mike of  @JunkWaxHero  and Graig of  @MidLifeCards  share the behind the scenes experience of a major card show. What really happens before the doors open? Well, it may surprise you.#sportscards #baseballcards

This week in sports cards: PSA lowers prices after their parent raised SGC prices! What are they doing?? Chris Sewall of  ⁨@collectorinvestordealer⁩  and Mike of  ⁨@JunkWaxHero⁩  discuss!

Jake  @WaxPackWisdom  and Matt From Providence are back for another exclusive episode of The Hit List on Sports Card Clubhouse Extra Innings.

Hobby President, John Mangini  @MrJmangini  joins to discuss the hobby, stock market, Bitcoin and more!For white glove delivery service of your high dollar/rare items checkout GrailGuard. Visit https://grailguard.io/ my information and pricing of the safest way to transport your high profile sports cards & more.

What do you actually do with your cards once the hunt is over and they’re finally yours?On this episode of The Hangover, Jeremy Lee and David Chase dig into a part of collecting that doesn’t get nearly enough attention: actually enjoying the cards you already own. From scanning and organizing collections to building digital displays, tracking annual pickups and simply pulling cards out to admire them, Jeremy and David share the weird, nerdy and incredibly satisfying ways they continue to “play” with their collections long after the mail day.Then the conversation turns to cardboard capital. If a true grail unexpectedly came to market tomorrow, would you be ready? Which cards are untouchable, which could be sacrificed, and how much of your collection would you consolidate for one card you may never get another chance to own?Plus, the guys discuss altered and “juiced” card scans, the importance of being prepared for rare buying opportunities, whether soaring prices can eventually pry beloved cards out of collections, and why, despite all the craziness surrounding the hobby, the cards themselves remain the ultimate escape.How do YOU enjoy your cards after you acquire them, and what would you be willing to give up if your ultimate grail appeared tomorrow? Let us know in the comments.Subscribe to Sports Card Clubhouse for more episodes of The Hangover and follow Jeremy and David on Instagram: @jlee_sportscardslive and @davidchasecards.

Mike of  @JunkWaxHero  & Graig of  @MidLifeCards  discuss 5 cards they're targeting over the rest of 2026. In a card market that is exploding, it becomes especially important to target specific cards and stay focused with all the crazy sales happening.#sportscards #baseballcards #sportscardclubhouse

Graig of  @MidLifeCards  and David Chase of  @SportsCardsLive  discuss going outside of their normal lanes to try cards in the hobby.#sportscards #baseballcards #thehobby

Graig of  @MidLifeCards  and Darren of  @returntocollecting  discuss the concept of selling their entire sports card collection and starting over from scratch. What would be the first purchases?#sportscards #baseballcards

Jeremy Lee is joined by David Chase and Joshua Adams for another episode of The Hangover, exclusive Sports Cards Live content on the Sports Card Clubhouse Network.Jeremy relives the emotional roller coaster of almost spending $18,000 on a Babe Ruth card, from convincing himself not to bid, to bidding, thinking he'd won it, getting outbid and then deciding whether to go back for more. It leads to a deeper conversation about bidding psychology, knowing when to walk away and why some cards justify throwing the plan out the window while others don't.Then the guys tackle the hobby's dependence on comps. How useful is a comp when countless transactions happen privately, at card shows and across social media where the sales never enter the public data? Have collectors become so dependent on Card Ladder, eBay and other public sales data that they've outsourced their own critical thinking? And how do you price a rare card when there simply isn't a recent comp?They also debate dealers who don't price their cards, cards displayed at shows that aren't actually for sale, and whether putting a huge price on a PC card is better or worse than simply marking it NFS.Finally, Jeremy revisits the viral “hobby fraud” clip that generated tens of thousands of views and a flood of criticism. What did he actually mean? Is cracking and resubmitting a card unethical? No. But if a buyer directly asks about a card's grading history, does the seller have an obligation to tell the truth? Jeremy explains where the clip lost the context of the original conversation, what he would have said differently and why constructive pushback is one of the best parts of putting opinions out into the hobby.The Hangover is exclusive Sports Cards Live content on the Sports Card Clubhouse Network.Subscribe to the Sports Card Clubhouse on YouTube and wherever you listen to podcasts.Subscribe to Sports Cards Live on YouTube for weekly hobby conversations, interviews and live shows.Follow Jeremy on Instagram: @jlee_sportscardsliveFollow David on Instagram: @davidchasecardsFollow Josh on Instagram: @midwestvintagecardsLike, comment and subscribe, and let us know where you stand on the topics discussed in this episode.

Mike of  @JunkWaxHero  and Graig of  @MidLifeCards  discuss changes that collectors are facing as the values of cards continue to skyrocket in the hobby. As times change, how we collect has to consider new ways of participating in the hobby.

Dylan  @DoubleDvintagebaseballcards  and Adam  @SplendidSports  are back for another episode of Turn Back The Clock on Sports Card Clubhouse!Use promo code SCC for a discount on monthly yearly subscriptions to Card Ladder Pro

Jake  @WaxPackWisdom  and Matt From Providence are back with an exclusive Extra Innings episode of The Hit List!Has Sports Card Grading Ever Been This Bad?

Mike of  @JunkWaxHero  and Graig of  @MidLifeCards  discuss MBA grading and eye appeal stickers, as well as how Mike was recently influenced in a major decision with his collection. The guys continue their weekly banter about all things sports cards.

​ @Iowa_Dave_Sportscards  &  @ContrarianCards  are BACK for another EXCLUSIVE episode of Overthinking Baseball Cards on Sports Card Clubhouse!See full episodes  @OverthinkingBaseballCards  Iowa Dave on IG - https://www.instagram.com/Iowa_Dave_Sportscards/Contrarian Cards on IG - https://www.instagram.com/contrarian_cards/

Graig of  @MidLifeCards  and David Chase of  @SportsCardsLive  discuss whether MBA is bad for the sports card hobby. They dive into what the stickers actually mean, and the pros and cons of the ramifications on the hobby.#sportscards #baseballcards #thehobby

​@SammyThunder & Orlando @ACollectorsDream are BACK for another EXCLUSIVE episode of Card Show Culture on Sports Card Clubhouse!

Graig of  @MidLifeCards  joins Mike Petty and Tony of  @SouthernCollector14  on the Odd Couple this month. The guys discuss who may be overrated in Sports Cards, and Mike Petty goes nuclear!!#sportscards #baseballcards

Episode 13 of The Hangover gets surprisingly deep.Why do we collect in the first place? Is it the hunt? The ownership? The satisfaction of finding something that took years to track down? Is collecting connected to our childhood, our competitive instincts, our need to express ourselves, or even our desire for status?Jeremy Lee and David Chase dig into the psychology behind collecting and the different stages of the collecting journey, from research and discovery to the chase, ownership, curation and eventually moving on. We also ask a fascinating question: if you had to choose just three cards to explain who you are as a collector, which three would they be?Then we get into grading, eye appeal and the enormous premiums attached to high-grade cards. Why can a beautiful low-grade vintage card offer so much more value? Why pay an enormous premium for a PSA 10 when the difference from a lower grade may be almost impossible to see? And if a card was submitted three times as a PSA 9 before finally becoming a PSA 10, does the next buyer deserve to know?That leads us into "hobby fraud," repeated submissions, disclosure, the hobby's obsession with the number on the slab, and the growing appeal of buying the card instead of buying the grade.Plus, David shows off a couple of recent non-sports pickups, including a very cool and extremely low-pop Tupac card.The Hangover is exclusive to the Sports Card Clubhouse.👉 Subscribe to Sports Card Clubhouse on YouTube and wherever you listen to podcasts.👉 Subscribe to Sports Cards Live for weekly long-form hobby conversations, interviews and analysis.👉 Follow Jeremy on Instagram: @jlee_sportscardslive, @jlee_cards👉 Follow David on Instagram: @davidchasecardsLet us know in the comments: **Why do YOU collect? And what three cards best represent your identity as a collector?**

Mike of  @JunkWaxHero  & Graig of  @MidLifeCards  discuss how the values of some players will stand the test of time moving forward while others will fade as years tick by. Willie Mays, Mickey Mantle, Babe Ruth, Shohei Ohtani, and others are among the names that are mentioned during the conversation. Only time will tell what happens in the future.#sportscards #baseballcards #cardvalues

On today's This Week In Sports Cards,  ⁨@BaseballCollector⁩  Mike Moynihan joins  ⁨@JunkWaxHero⁩  to discuss his recent video about how he's worried about the future of the hobby. They discuss the line between the industry and the hobby and how blurred it can become.Sponsored by Auction Wire... use code SCC for 2 months free!https://auctionwire.ai/

Dylan @DoubleDvintagebaseballcards & Adam @SplendidSports are back for another episode of Turn Back The Clock to discuss a "needle in a haystack" Junk Wax discovery and much more!Get a free month of Card Ladder Pro with promo code SCC and also receive $20 off a yearly subscription.

The Hangover is back, and this week it's just Jeremy Lee and David Chase digging into a little bit of everything that makes the hobby so much fun, frustrating and fascinating.We start with the $1.338 million sale of the restored, die-cut T206 Honus Wagner. Was that a bargain? Did the restoration actually increase its value? And what exactly separates an altered card from a restored card anyway? The sale gives us a chance to revisit one of the hobby's most controversial conversations with an actual result now on the books.Then David finally unveils the rest of his National pickups, and his collecting has changed dramatically. Willie Mays. George Mikan. Wilt Chamberlain. Jim Brown. Diego Maradona. Walt Disney. Mickey Mouse. Elvis Presley. Batman. The Goonies. Leonardo da Vinci. Yes, Leonardo da Vinci.A year ago, David left The National with seven major cards, almost entirely sports. This year he bought 29 spanning baseball, Disney, comics, music, movies, soccer, art and even a Muppet. That leads us into a much bigger conversation: Are vintage non-sports cards one of the most interesting and overlooked areas of the hobby right now?We also get into eye appeal, using cards as "card capital," buying the card instead of the grade, the growing suspicion surrounding freshly graded vintage cards, and whether you can ever really know if a card in your collection has been worked on.Finally, we return to the pricing debate coming out of The National. Are dealers really overpriced, or do buyers need to get better at building relationships and negotiating? When does a comp actually matter? Should one four-month-old sale determine the value of a rare card today? And at what point does negotiating turn into squeezing every last dollar out of a deal?It's another wide-ranging Hangover where the cards lead the conversation wherever it wants to go.The Hangover is exclusive Sports Cards Live content available on the Sports Card Clubhouse platforms.Subscribe to Sports Card Clubhouse for every episode of The Hangover, and subscribe to Sports Cards Live for live hobby conversations, interviews and more.Follow Jeremy Lee on Instagram: @jlee_sportscardsliveFollow David Chase on Instagram: @davidchasecardsIf you enjoy the show, please like, subscribe, comment and share. And let us know below: Are comps overrated? Would you buy the restored Wagner? And are you collecting vintage non-sports yet?

Mike of Junk Wax Hero and Graig of Midlife Cards take on another episode of Surface Issues, where they discuss whether we can believe the SGC hype. They also talked about if comps are dead, and insane values in 1990s cards.For Chris Sewall, Baseball Card Collector Investor Dealer:https://www.cidcards.com/

Graig of  @MidLifeCards  and David Chase of  @SportsCardsLive  discuss the future of SGC grading. #SGC grading has had a roller coaster over the last two years, and Graig had conversations with several Collectors Universe and #PSA leaders. The results were EXTREMELY interesting. #baseballcards #sportscards #cardshow

Dylan  @DoubleDvintagebaseballcards  & Adam  @SplendidSports  are back for another episode of Turn Back The Clock to discuss The National, Fanatics, Sports Card Hobby regrets and a lot more.Get a free month of Card Ladder Pro with promo code SCC and also receive $20 off a yearly subscription.

The National is over... but we're definitely not over it.Jeremy Lee, David Chase, and Josh Adams sit down for a super-sized edition of The Hangover to unpack one of the biggest weeks of the hobby year.From unforgettable pickups and favorite moments to grading, collecting philosophies, the changing National experience, and where the hobby may be heading next, this conversation goes in every direction... exactly the way The Hangover should.In this episode:• Our biggest National pickups and favorite finds• Why Jeremy keeps cracking cards out of holders• The SGC vs PSA debate gets surprisingly heated• Is uniformity more important than the grade?• The atmosphere at this year's National• Fanatics, Whatnot, corporate activations and the changing show floor• Is gambling becoming too large a part of the hobby?• The difference between the hobby, the industry, and the overall collectibles ecosystem• Why collecting still matters more than everWhether you attended the National or watched from home, this episode is a deep dive into what happened, what stood out, and where we think the hobby is headed from here.Drop your thoughts in the comments:• Do you crack cards out of slabs?• PSA or SGC?• Is the hobby changing for better or worse?• What was your biggest takeaway from the 2026 National?👍 Like the video if you enjoyed it.🔔 Subscribe so you never miss an episode of Sports Cards Live or The Hangover.💬 Join the conversation in the comments.

Mike of  @JunkWaxHero  and Graig of  @MidLifeCards  share their thoughts about #Thenational #nscc #cardshow and their main takeaways and key moments from the card show.

John ‪@MrJmangini‬ & RIck ‪@vintageoddballcards6103‬ make their Sports Card Clubhouse debut with an exclusive episode of their Get Off My Lawn series for Extra Innings.

Graig of  @MidLifeCards  and David Chase of  @SportsCardsLive  discuss which cards they feel have upside and how they discover new cards and sets for the future.#sportscards #baseballcards

Dave  @Iowa_Dave_Sportscards  and Jason  @ContrarianCards  make their Sports Card Clubhouse debut!See full episodes  @OverthinkingBaseballCards  Iowa Dave on IG - https://www.instagram.com/Iowa_Dave_Sportscards/Contrarian Cards on IG - https://www.instagram.com/contrarian_cards/

Mike of  @JunkWaxHero  and Graig of  @MidLifeCards  discuss the sports card hobby, and Mike makes the argument that we're not in a bubble. The guys also share their thoughts on competing with dealers in auctions as they scramble to fill their inventory to pack their showcases.#sportscards #baseballcards #thenational

In today's This Week In Sports Cards, T-Pott and Mike talk about the best and worst things about The National (NSCC).For 60 days free of Auction Wire, use code SCC:https://auctionwire.ai/

Jake @WaxPackWisdom and Matt From Providence from THE HIT LIST are back for more EXCLUSIVE Sports Card Clubhouse content on Extra Innings.

Dylan @DoubleDvintagebaseballcards and Adam @SplendidSports are back for another episode of Turn Back The Clock to discuss the upcoming 2026 National Sports Collectors Convention and not being excited for it?

The National is almost here, and the excitement is reaching another level.This week on The Hangover, we each share what we're most excited about, most curious about, and most anxious about heading into the biggest week in the hobby. From buying strategies and dealer predictions to FOMO, grading companies, Fanatics Fest momentum, and what we expect to see on the show floor, we cover it all.We also show off some incredible new additions, including David Chase's beautiful Lou Gehrig and iconic 1985 Nike Michael Jordan, along with Jeremy's newest crown jewel, a remarkable Wayne Gretzky game used emblem card that has been 17 years in the making.What are you most looking forward to at this year's National? Let us know in the comments.👍 Please like this episode and subscribe to Sports Cards Live if you enjoy thoughtful hobby conversations.📊 Take the Hobby Spectrum assessment and discover your collector archetype:https://www.hobbyspectrum.com📖 Get your copy of Pops and Comps:https://www.amazon.com/POPS-COMPS-Insights-Psychology-Numbers/dp/1069808903🎯 Support the channel by joining Fanatics Collect using our referral link:https://fanaticscollect.onelink.me/xx0N/iyiniif4Follow us on Instagram:Jeremy Lee: @jlee_sportscardsliveDavid Chase: @davidchasecardsJoe Poirot: @calidreamin84 Josh Adams: @midwestvintagecardsThanks for watching, and we'll see you after The National!

After listening to a podcast from  @ballparkmemories , Graig and Mike discuss the players and cards that dealers are struggling to keep in stock. As a result, it's becoming harder for dealers to source these sports cards, and some are even buying their inventory from auction houses. The guys invite on guest Marc from Auctionwire.ai to discuss the easiest ways for collectors to find cards for their collection. Visit auctionwire.ai and use the promo code SCC for a 60 day free trial.

Graig of @MidLifeCards and Darren of @returntocollecting talk about the 2026 National, including several dealers that other collectors should consider visiting.

In today's This Week In Sports Cards,  ⁨@collectorinvestordealer⁩  and  ⁨@JunkWaxHero⁩  discuss the hot debate of Fanatics Fest vs The National (NSCC)!Sponsored by AuctionWire.AI. Use code SCC for 2 months free!https://auctionwire.ai/

Are SGC’s grading standards slipping? In today’s episode of Extra Innings Jake  @WaxPackWisdom  and Matt From Providence are tackling the growing debate: is SGC grading too easily, and what does that mean for your collection? With a new leader at the helm, they discuss the potential impact on the hobby, the value of your graded slabs, and whether "easy" grades are actually hurting the market. Whether you’re an SGC loyalist or a PSA purist, this is a conversation you don’t want to miss.

Dylan  @DoubleDvintagebaseballcards  and Adam  @SplendidSports  are back for another Turn Back The Clock to discuss if "Great" card collectors exist?Video referenced  @DansVintageBaseballPC  - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Af11uhCOpiA

This week on The Hangover, Jeremy Lee, Joe Poirot and David Chase tackle one of the most uncomfortable questions in the hobby...Has vintage collecting gone stale?What started as another discussion about the restored T206 Honus Wagner quickly turned into something much bigger. If collectors already own the cards they've chased for decades, where do they go next? Is restoration part of the future? Are Franken-cards art... or sacrilege? Could collectors actually embrace restored grails? And why are so many longtime vintage collectors suddenly exploring modern, memorabilia and entirely new collecting lanes?This is one of the most thought-provoking conversations we've had, and we fully expect some disagreement.Let us know where you stand in the comments.Sports Cards Live returns this Saturday on Hobby Palooza, streaming on both the Sports Cards Live and 4Collectors YouTube channels, featuring Al Crisafulli of Love of the Game Auctions to continue the discussion surrounding the restored T206 Honus Wagner.Subscribe to Sports Cards Live: https://youtube.com/@sportscardsliveExplore The Hobby Spectrum: https://thehobbyspectrum.comOrder Jeremy's first book on Amazin: Pops & CompsSports cards is a lifestyle.

Mike of @JunkWaxHero and Graig of @MidLifeCards discuss getting in-person autographs, card show with sandals, and much more!For Chris Sewall and Sewall Sports Cards:https://www.cidcards.com/#sportscards #baseballcards

Graig and David discuss how PSA's grades are slowly becoming obsolete. Values are no longer simply about the grades, the eye appeal is rapidly becoming the primary basis for sports card values.#sportscards #baseballcards

Part 2 of Episode 8 of **The Hangover** shifts from hobby controversy to hobby discovery.Jeremy Lee, David Chase, Joe Poirot, and Josh Adams explore one of the most exciting parts of collecting: finding overlooked cards before everyone else does.The conversation begins with Jeremy's newest pickup, an early Wolverine card that may deserve much more attention than it's receiving today. From there, the discussion expands into Superman, Batman, music cards, international issues, vintage non-sports, scarcity, population reports, and why some incredible cards remain surprisingly affordable.David also shares two outstanding recent pickups, including a stunning 1948 Bowman Stan Musial rookie and an incredibly scarce Bob Dylan card with a PSA population of just three.If you've ever wondered where the next collecting opportunities might come from, this episode is full of ideas worth thinking about.Be sure to subscribe to **Sports Card Clubhouse** so you never miss an episode of **The Hangover**.Watch **Sports Cards Live** every Saturday for long-form hobby discussions, interviews, and debates.Catch **The Hunt** every Thursday and the **Fanatics Collect Weekly Auction Ending Watch Party** every Sunday, featuring giveaways and great hobby conversations.Pick up Jeremy's book **Pops & Comps**, available now on Amazon.Shop Fanatics Collect using my referral link:https://fanaticscollect.onelink.me/xx0N/iyiniif4If you enjoyed this episode, please like, subscribe, leave a comment, and share it with another collector. Your support helps us continue creating thoughtful conversations about the hobby we all love.

Dylan  @DoubleDvintagebaseballcards  and Adam  @SplendidSports  are back for another Turn Back The Clock to talk about a card that can't be sold and other sports card topics.

Episode 8 of **The Hangover** has been split into two parts, and in Part 1 Jeremy Lee, David Chase, Joe Poirot, and Josh Adams dive into two of the hobby's most debated topics.First, the conversation continues around card restoration, distilled water soaking, alteration versus restoration, PSA's role in the hobby, collector ethics, and whether today's hobby is becoming more accepting of practices that were once considered off limits.Then the discussion shifts to Jeremy's recent interview with Steve Taft, covering Star basketball cards, the Michael Jordan rookie debate, counterfeit concerns, authentication, grading, and the challenges of separating hobby history from hobby mythology.Whether you collect vintage or modern, these conversations raise important questions about authenticity, transparency, and where each of us draws the line.Be sure to subscribe to **Sports Card Clubhouse** so you never miss an episode of **The Hangover**.Watch Sports Cards Live every Saturday for long-form hobby discussions, interviews, and debates.Check out **The Hunt** and the Weekly Fanatics Collect Auction Watch Parties on Collect Originals.Pick up Jeremy's book **Pops & Comps**, available now on Amazon.Shop Fanatics Collect using my referral link:https://fanaticscollect.onelink.me/xx0N/iyiniif4If you enjoyed this episode, please like, subscribe, leave a comment, and share it with another collector. Your support helps us continue creating thoughtful conversations about the hobby we all love.

Mike of  @JunkWaxHero  and Graig of  @MidLifeCards  discuss the June Gem Rate data and what to make of the SGC drop in numbers. The guys also dive into a wide variety of topics about the National, Grading Companies, and Mike Baker Authentication.#sportscards #baseballcards

On this episode of This Week In Sports Cards, T-Pott and Mike discuss CGC's attempt to join the high-end card market, PSA's backlog improvements, and debate whether LeBron will ruin his own legacy by chasing rings.For Auction Wire use code SCC:https://auctionwire.ai/

Jake @WaxPackWisdom and Matt From Providence (The Hit List) are back for another episode of Extra Innings!Ever had a deal go south before it even started?In this video, we’re diving into a recent experience at a card show where a simple negotiation turned into a lesson on "what not to do." We talk about a dealer who refused to counter an offer and the etiquette that helps (or hurts) the hobby. Whether you’re a seasoned vet or new to the card show circuit, these tips on dealer interactions and negotiation "dos and don'ts" will help you navigate the floor like a pro.In this video, we cover:The story of the "No Counter" dealer.Why communication is key in sports card trading.Common mistakes people make when making offers.How to keep the vibes positive at your next show.How would you have handled this situation? Let us know in the comments!

Sammy and Orlando continue their episode of Card Show Culture with some exclusive Sports Card Clubhouse content.What is actually selling at card shows right now?In this first-ever "Extra Innings" bonus segment, Sammy Thunder and Orlando (A Collector's Dream) dive deep into regional market trends. We interviewed over half a dozen professional dealers from across the country—representing the Northeast, Midwest, West Coast, and the online market—to find out which players are consistently moving show after show.From the regional dominance of Sandy Koufax in California to the nationwide "royalty" status of Jackie Robinson and Michael Jordan, we break down the data to show you where the hobby's money is actually going.In this episode, we cover:Regional Hot Streaks: Why certain legends sell better in specific parts of the US.The "Big Three": The names that sell no matter where the table is set up.Online vs. In-Person: How the "Wild Card" online market differs from physical card shows.Undervalued Legends: Why players like Willie Mays might be the next big opportunity.Dealer Insights: Real-world feedback from Providence, Monster Cards, Ballpark Memories, and more.Whether you're an investor looking for the next "safe bet" or a collector curious about market shifts, this regional breakdown offers a unique look at the hobby's current pulse.Which player's sales surprised you the most? Let us know in the comments!