Sports Collectibles

Baltimore Orioles Memorabilia

February 22, 2017March 7, 2017 Sports Collectibles

Baltimore Orioles Autographed Memorabilia
Maryland’s big league club, the Baltimore Orioles have a storied history featuring a lengthy list of Hall of Fame players. The Orioles have spent their franchise’s existence solely in the American League. The “hay day” of the Orioles was between 1963 and 1983 where they hoisted the World Series trophy three separate times. During that span, the Orioles won 5 MVP Awards. The fans inside Camden Yards have watched some of the best players of all-time suit up every day for the black, orange and white. Players like Cal Ripken Jr., Brooks Robinson, Frank Robinson and Jim Palmer would be the Mount Rushmore of Orioles baseball. Memorabilia collectors like to get their hands on Cal Ripken Jr autographs.

Cal Ripken Jr. “The Iron Man” Collectibles
Cal Ripken Jr. was the face of the Baltimore Orioles and Major League Baseball. Cal earned his nickname, “The Iron Man” by playing more consecutive games than any player in baseball history. Cal Ripken was a magician as shortstop in his early years then transitioned over to third base later in his career. Cal’s bat was what got him into Cooperstown. Cal Ripken Jr. recorded 3,184 career hits and 431 home runs. Ripken memorabilia has always been a strong seller in the memorabilia world. Cal Ripken Jr. signed jerseys, photos and baseballs are the top items to collect. Cal’s autograph is consistent and displays perfectly.

Next Wave – Manny Machado Memorabilia
Known as “The Baby Faced Assassin”, Manny Machado has established reputation as someone who can win games with his bat and glove. In 2013 he not only became the first Oriole third baseman to win a Gold Glove since Brooks Washington (1975) he also earned the American League Platinum Glove winner, given to the best fielder in the league.
In 2015 he set career marks for average (.286) home runs (35) and RBI (86), earned his second All Star berth and won his second Gold Glove. His 35 homers is a franchise record for third basemen. Make a valuable addition to your sports collection with the addition of genuine Manny Machado collectibles. You may want to also want to look Enhance your collection and take home more memorabilia signed by other Baltimore Orioles greats, such as Cal Ripken Jr., Brooks Robinson and Boog Powell. Machado also established himself as a solid value on the collector’s market by getting better in 2016. He’s hitting a career best .303 and is on pace to surpass his home run and RBI totals from last season. In August, he added another line to what may be a Hall of Fame resume when he belted a home run in each of the first three innings against the White Sox in Chicago as his 7 RBI led the Orioles to a 10-2 win. Splitting time between third and shortstop (he’s committed only 8 errors through 119 games) Machado is a favorite to win his third Gold Glove.

2017 Baltimore Orioles
Catcher Wellington Castillo
1st Base Chris “Crush” Davis
2nd Base Jonathan Schoop
Shortstop JJ Hardy
3rd Base Manny Machado
Outfielder Hyun Soo Kim
Outfielder Adam Jones
Outfielder Seth Smith
Designated Hitter Mark Trumbo

Starting Pitcher Chris Tillman
Starting Pitcher Kevin Gausman
Starting Pitcher Dylan Bundy
Starting Pitcher Wade Miley
Starting Pitcher Ubaldo Jimenez
Closer Zack Britton

Manager Buck Showalter

Collect the entire 2017 Baltimore Orioles lineup: Wellington Castillo, Chris Davis, Jonathan Schoop, JJ Hardy, Manny Machado, Hyun Soo Kim, Adam Jones and Mark Trumbo. If you like flamethrowers – buy signed memorabilia from a Baltimore pitcher: Chris Tillman, Kevin Gausman, Dylan Bundy, Wade Miley or Zack Britton. The 2017 Baltimore Orioles expect to make some noise in the American League. Many experts are picking Manny Machado to be Most Valuable Player in the AL. Collect signatures from all of the Orioles players this year!

Down on the Farm
O’s fans have enjoyed a good run of homegrown talent in Baltimore. The O’s have reached the postseason with homegrown players like Machado, Schoop, Britton and Tillman. Birdland is excited for the next wave of the future. Right-handers Cody Sedlock & Hunter Harvey expect to help out their big-league club sooner rather than later. The best sluggers making their way through the Orioles system is Chance Sisco, Jomar Reyes and Ryan Mountcastle.

Baltimore Orioles Farm System
Norfolk Tides (AAA)
Bowie Baysox (AA)
Frederick Keys (High A)
Delmarva Shorebirds (Low A)
Aberdeen IronBirds (Short Season)

Facts & Figures
Oriole Park at Camden Yards (1992-Present)
3 World Series Titles: 1966, 1970, 1983
7 American League Pennants – Last 1983
Nicknames: The O’s, Birdland, The Birds
Rivals: New York Yankees, Boston Red Sox, Toronto Blue Jays and Washington Nationals

Retired Numbers
#4 Earl Weaver – Hall of Famer
#5 Brooks Robinson – Hall of Famer
#8 Cal Ripken Jr. – Hall of Famer
#20 Frank Robinson – Hall of Famer
#22 Jim Palmer – Hall of Famer
#33 Eddie Murray – Hall of Famer

Top-Selling Orioles Memorabilia
Manny Machado Signed Memorabilia
Cal Ripken Jr. Signed Baltimore Orioles Jerseys
Brooks Robinson Autographed Memorabilia

Atlanta Braves Memorabilia

February 20, 2017March 7, 2017 Sports Collectibles

Atlanta Braves Signed & Autographed Sports Memorabilia
The Atlanta Braves have a huge fan base across the country and Braves Nation spans all across the southeast. The rebuild is nearing its end in Atlanta which coincides with the opening of brand new, state-of-the-art SunTrust Park in northern Atlanta. The Braves are excited to usher in a new era of Atlanta Braves baseball and it begins this year. Fans are excited about the host of young prospects coming up through the Braves farm system. Collectors have their eyes on Dansby Swanson, the Vanderbilt University product. The best-selling Atlanta Braves items for 2017 is an autographed official major league baseball signed by your favorite Braves player. Our Atlanta Baseball authentic memorabilia shop offers the lowest prices on authentic autographed items signed by the best to ever play the game. Collect the entire 2017 Atlanta Braves roster: Tyler Flowers, Fan-favorite Freddie Freeman, Brandon Phillips, Dansby Swanson, Adonis Garcia, Matt Kemp, Ender Inciarte and Nick Markakis. Catch a great deal on Braves pitcher with signed memorabilia from Julio Teheran, “Big Sexy” Bartolo Colon, lefty Jamie Garcia, knuckle-baller R.A. Dickey or closer of the future, Adonys Vizcaino. The 2017 Atlanta Braves expect to make some noise in the National League. Many experts are picking Dansby Swanson to be Rookie of the Year. Collect signatures from all of the Braves players this year!

Braves 1995 World Series Memorabilia
Thanks to Turner Broadcasting, the whole country got to witness the amazing season of 1995. Atlanta Braves games could be see every night across the country which is how these Braves were coined, “America’s Team”. Led by sluggers Chipper Jones, Fred McGriff and David Justice, the “Bravos” crushed the NL East in a strike-shortened regular season. The Braves defeated the brand-new Colorado Rockies 3-1 in the ’95 NLDS before cruising past the Reds in the Championship Series. The Braves staff of Maddux, Glavine and Smoltz proved to be too tall a task for the AL Champion, Cleveland Indians. This Braves team brought Atlanta its first title since 1957. This 1995 Braves team will always be remembered as one of America’s favorite teams. The prominent players included Javy Lopez, Fred “Crime Dog” McGriff, Mark Lemke, Jeff Blauser, Chipper Jones, Ryan Klesko, Marquis Grissom and David Justice. The heart of the team was the pitching staff including Hall of Famers: Greg “Mad Dog” Maddux, John Smoltz and Tom Glavine. Bobby Cox was the skipper of this special squad.

2017 Atlanta Braves
Catcher Tyler Flowers
1st Base Freddie Freeman
2nd Base Brandon Phillips
Shortstop Dansby Swanson
3rd Base Adonis Garcia
Outfielder Matt Kemp
Outfielder Ender Inciarte
Outfielder Nick Markakis
Designated Hitter Jace Peterson

Starting Pitcher Julio Teheran
Starting Pitcher Bartolo Colon
Starting Pitcher Jaime Garcia
Starting Pitcher RA Dickey
Starting Pitcher Mike Foltynewixz
Closer Arodys Vizcaino

Manager Brian Snitker

The best-selling Atlanta Braves items for 2017 is an autographed official major league baseball signed by your favorite Braves player. Collectors are flocking to Rookie Dansby Swanson. Our Atlanta Baseball authentic memorabilia shop offers the lowest prices on authentic autographed items signed by the best to ever play the game. Collect the entire 2017 Atlanta Braves roster: Tyler Flowers, Fan-favorite Freddie Freeman, Brandon Phillips, Dansby Swanson, Adonis Garcia, Matt Kemp, Ender Inciarte and Nick Markakis. Catch a great deal on Braves pitcher with signed memorabilia from Julio Teheran, “Big Sexy” Bartolo Colon, lefty Jamie Garcia, knuckle-baller R.A. Dickey or closer of the future, Adonys Vizcaino. The 2017 Atlanta Braves expect to make some noise in the National League. Many experts are picking Dansby Swanson to be Rookie of the Year. Collect signatures from all of the Braves players this year!

Down on the Farm
After a blockbuster trade in 2016, the Atlanta Braves changed the course of their franchise by acquiring #1 Overall Pick, Dansby Swanson from the Arizona Diamondbacks. Swanson has drawn comparisions to Derek Jeter and has Atlanta Braves fans excited for their move to the suburbs in the first season at SunTrust Park. Soon to follow Swanson are top prospects Ozzie Albies, Lefty Sean Newcomb & Kolby Allard and a host of difference makers still making their way through the ranks of the Braves system.

Atlanta Braves Minor League System:
Gwinnett Braves (AAA)
Mississippi Braves (AA)
Florida Fire Frogs (High A)
Rome Braves (Low A)
Danville Braves (Short Season)

Facts & Figures
SunTrust Park (First Season 2017)
Turner Field was home from 1997-2016
3 World Series Titles – 1914, 1957, 1995
17 National League Pennants
12 NL East Divisional Crowns
Rivals: New York Mets, Miami Marlins, Washington Nationals and Philadelphia Phillies

Retired Numbers
#3 Dale Murphy
#6 Bobby Cox
#10 Chipper Jones
#21 Warren Spahn
#29 John Smoltz
#31 Greg Maddux
#35 Phil Niekro
#41 Eddie Mathews
#44 Hank Aaron
#47 Tom Glavine

Top Braves Memorabilia
Hammerin’ Henry Aaron Signed MLB Baseball
Chipper Jones Signed Atlanta Braves Home Jersey
Tom Glavine Autographed HOF 14 inscribed Photo
Dale Murphy Signed Batting Helmet

Arizona Diamondbacks Memorabilia

February 20, 2017March 7, 2017 Sports Collectibles

Arizona Diamondbacks Memorabilia
There is a lot of excitement in the desert about this season’s Diamondbacks team. The snakes are coming off of a disappointing 69-win season but have a healthy core returning to compete for a NL West title. Centerfielder AJ Pollock is poised to return to All-Star form, Paul Goldschmidt is a perennial MVP candidate and the DBacks return many starters from a high-powered offense. Shop collectibles signed by the 2017 D-Backs Roster: Jeff Mathis, Paul Goldschmidt, Brandon Drury, Nick Ahmed, Jake Lamb, Yasmany Tomas, AJ Pollock and David Peralta. Collect the D-Backs rotation: Zack Greinke, Robbie Ray, Taijuan Walker, Shelby Miller, Patrick Corbin, Archie Griffin and Braden Shipley. Sure the Diamondbacks franchise may only be two decades old but they have a proud history with legends like Randy Johnson, Curt Schilling, Luis Gonzalez, Matt Williams and current star Paul “Goldy” Goldschmidt. A true Diamondback collector’s collection includes a Signed Arizona Baseball, Framed Jersey and a photo capturing the best moments in Arizona Diamondbacks history.

2001 World Series Memorabilia
Only a few years after the inception of the Arizona Diamondbacks franchise, the D-Backs reached the pinnacle of the sport after a dramatic World Series win over the heavy-hearted New York Yankees. The miraculous victory was clinched by a Luis Gonzalez single up the middle against the best reliever in the sport, Mariano Rivera. The 2001 Diamondbacks roster included Damian Miller, Mark Grace, Tony Womack, Jay Bell, Matt Williams, David Dellucci, Steve Finley and Luis Gonzalez. Their special starting rotation included: Hall of Famer Randy Johnson, Curt Schilling, Byung-Hyun Kim and Matt Mantei.

2017 Arizona Diamondbacks
Catcher Jeff Mathis
1st Base Paul Goldschmidt
2nd Base Brandon Drury
Shortstop Nick Ahmed
3rd Base Jake Lamb
Outfielder Yasmany Tomas
Outfielder AJ Pollock
Outfielder David Peralta
Designated Hitter Chris Owings

Starting Pitcher Zack Greinke
Starting Pitcher Robbie Ray
Starting Pitcher Taijuan Walker
Starting Pitcher Shelby Miller
Starting Pitcher Patrick Corbin
Closer Fernando Rodney

Manager Torey Lovullo

There is plenty of hype in the desert about this season’s Diamondbacks team. The D-Backs are coming off of a disappointing 69-win season but have a healthy core returning to compete for a National League West crown and more. All Star AJ Pollock is poised to return to form after a season-ending injury in 2016, Paul Goldschmidt is a perennial MVP candidate and their line-up is littered with young talent. Sure the Diamondbacks franchise may only be two decades old but they have a proud history with legends like Randy Johnson, Curt Schilling, Luis Gonzalez, Matt Williams and current star Paul “Goldy” Goldschmidt. A true Diamondback collector’s collection includes a Signed Arizona Baseball, Framed Jersey and a photo capturing the best moments in Arizona Diamondbacks history.

Down on the Farm
Arizona Diamondbacks fans are giddy about the prospect of these prospects: Socrates Brito, Anthony Banda, Alex Young and Taylor Clarke. The overall depth of the DBacks farm system is a tad weak at the moment. Trading Dansby Swanson to Atlanta for Shelby left many Diamondbacks fans scratching their heads.

D-Backs Minor League System:
Reno Aces (AAA)
Jackson Generals (AA)
Visalia Rawhide (High A)
Kane County Cougars (Low A)
Hillsboro Hops (Short Season)

Facts & Figures
Chase Field, Bank One Ballpark
1 World Series Title
5 NL West Titles
Rivals: Dodgers, Rockies, Padres and Giants

Retired Numbers
#20 Luis Gonzalez
#51 Randy Johnson

Top D-Backs Memorabilia
Arizona Diamondbacks Autographed Baseballs
Arizona Diamondbacks Signed Jerseys
Arizona Diamondbacks Autographed Baseball Bats

Kansas City Royals Memorabilia

February 15, 2017March 7, 2017 Sports Collectibles

Kansas City Royals Memorabilia
Right on the border of Kansas and Missouri resides Kauffman Stadium, home of the Kansas City Royals. The Royals franchise was dormant for nearly three decades until a core group of stars helped bring the passion back to the fan base. A long, trying rebuild finally ended in 2015 as the Kansas City Royals defeated the New York Mets in the World Series to end a thirty-year title drought. General Manager Dayton Moore can take a lot of the credit for bringing winning baseball back to KC. Moore’s blueprint included the acquisition or drafting of Eric Hosmer, Salvador Perez, Alex Gordon, Yordan Ventura, Mike Moustakas and more key players. This group of star’s autographs were highly coveted after the final out in New York City. Autograph prices nearly doubled for all players on the active playoff roster. The best items signed by Kansas City Royals would be a 2015 World Series Baseball. These balls commemorate the amazing series against the Mets. Throughout the years, Kansas City autograph collectors and fans have collected autographed jerseys, bats, baseballs and photos. A good Royals collection must contain the past and present. It is relatively easy to track down a signature from a member of 2015’s club but to truly honor the tradition of the Royals, a walk down memory lane is in order to boost a collection. Which players should a collector target? Where can they find these exclusive signed Royals memorabilia items? These and more will be answered below.

1985 World Series Memorabilia
Missourians will never forget the “I-70” Series between the hated St. Louis Cardinals and the Kansas City Royals. The Royals ultimately came out on top but it took them seven games to cage the Cardinals. Manager Dick Howser orchestrated through the American League gauntlet with a 91-71 regular season record and a 4-3 series victory over the upstart Toronto Blue Jays. Not every Game 7 of the World Series is created equal, some include pitch-by-pitch, edge of your seat drama but in this Game 7, the Royals cruised to victory, 11-0 in front of a capacity crowd inside Kauffman Stadium. These World Series Champion Royals became immortal in the midwest. The World Series roster included: Lonnie Smith, Willie Wilson, George Brett, Frank White, Jim Sunberg, Steve Balboni, Darryl Motley, Buddy Biancalana and World Series MVP Bret Saberhagen. Autographed memorabilia from any one of these players may not hold strong value over team but if you were lucky enough to get a team signed baseball from this team, that is where the value lies. A combo item signed by George Brett and Bret Saberhagen is a strong piece of sports memorabilia. Those lucky enough to witness both World Series titles would love this World Series Ticket Collection featuring replica tickets from both the 1985 & 2015 World Series.

2015 World Series Memorabilia
The Royals rode the momentum of a great 2014 campaign to qualify for the postseason with a league leading 95-67 record. Dayton Moore pulled the trigger mid-season to acquire All Star Johnny Cueto and Ben Zobrist to an already first place club. These acquisitions paid off when Cueto got the ball in the postseason and Ben Zobrist continued to come up with clutch hits. The Royals scratched and clawed through the Houston Astros in the ALDS then outlasted the Toronto Blue Jays in six games to advance to their second straight World Series. When November rolled around, the Royals lineup consisted of: Salvador Perez, Eric Hosmer, Omar Infante, Alcides Escobar, Mike Moustakas, Alex Gordon, Jarrod Dyson and Lorenzo Cain. The pitching staff for Kansas City was led by Yordano Ventura, Edinson Volquez, Johnny Cueto and anchored by Wade Davis and Kelvin Herrera. Ned Yost was on his game for most of the postseason, pulling the right strings when needed and had his Royals running on all cylinders. The Royals closed out the World Series with a remarkable comeback win at Citi Field. The key play in the World Series was the Eric Hosmer slide to tie the game. Christian Colon came off the bench to take the lead then the rest is baseball history. Wade Davis recorded the final out via strikeout. The best memorabilia from the 2015 fall classic would be a team signed Major League Baseball, a photo of Wade Davis getting trampled on the mound or a photograph of Eric Hosmer’s daring dash home.

2017 Kansas City Royals
Catcher Salvador Perez
1st Base Eric Hosmer
2nd Base Whit Merrifield
Shortstop Alcides Escobar
3rd Base Mike Moustakas
Outfielder Alex Gordon
Outfielder Lorenzo Cain
Outfielder Jorge Soler
Designated Hitter Brandon Moss

Starting Pitcher Danny Duffy
Starting Pitcher Ian Kennedy
Starting Pitcher Jason Vargas
Starting Pitcher Jason Hammel
Starting Pitcher Nathan Karns
Closer Kelvin Herrera

Manager Ned Yost

Fans have to be excited about the 2017 Kansas City Royals, a lot of household names in the line-up and a manager who knows how to put the pieces together. Our top autograph recommendations: Eric Hosmer Signed Baseball, Alex Gordon Autographed Jersey and Danny Duffy Signed 8×10 Photo.

Down on the Farm
Kansas City Royals memorabilia collectors are waiting anxiously for top prospects Hunter Dozier, Jorge Bonifacio, Matt Strahm, Kyle Zimmer and Chase Vallot. Prospecting for autographs can be a tricky business venture. Royals fan know this especially after hearing about Top Prospect Bubba Starling for years only to see him fizzle out in the Minor Leagues. KC collectors who bought into the idea of prospecting did well when Dayton Moore’s top talent reached the bigs and ultimately won the World Series.

Facts & Figures
Kaufmann Stadium (1973-Present)
2 World Series Titles (1985 & 2015)
4 American League Pennants (1980, 1985, 2014 & 2015)
Colors: Gold, Powder Blue, Royal Blue & White.

Retired Numbers
#5 George Brett
#10 Dick Howser
#20 Frank White

The best Kansas City Royals Memorabilia can be found at SportsCollectibles.com
Royals Autographed Jerseys
Royals Autographed Baseballs
Royals Autographed Photos