Being An Open Minded Collector!! Extra Innings With @MidLifeCards & @returntocollecting

National Buying Frenzy Begins + Our Biggest Fears + Gretzky Crown Revealed | The Hangover Ep 10

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 [https://www.hobbyspectrum.com] 📖 Get your copy of Pops and Comps: https://www.amazon.com/POPS-COMPS-Insights-Psychology-Numbers/dp/1069808903 [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/iyiniif4 [https://fanaticscollect.onelink.me/xx0N/iyiniif4] Follow us on Instagram: Jeremy Lee: @jlee_sportscardslive David Chase: @davidchasecards Joe Poirot: @calidreamin84 Josh Adams: @midwestvintagecards Thanks for watching, and we'll see you after The National!

Dealers Can't Keep These Cards In Stock!! The Cards & Players That Are Selling Over Comps!!

After listening to a podcast from  @ballparkmemories  [https://studio.youtube.com/channel/UC9dsCY2V70NzQNJ0euzDU2Q], 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.

Places You MUST See At The 2026 National!! Extra Innings With Graig & Darren!!

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

Fanatics Fest vs The National!! Mike & Chris Sewall Discuss!

In today's This Week In Sports Cards,  ⁨@collectorinvestordealer⁩  [https://studio.youtube.com/channel/UCxH_AYovVLCphzgb9my1exw] and  ⁨@JunkWaxHero⁩  [https://studio.youtube.com/channel/UCRfWi9L4EOSYtXoW_nc-X-g] 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/

Is SGC Grading Too Easily? Is That Bad? Will The New Leader Have Any Impact?

Are SGC’s grading standards slipping? In today’s episode of Extra Innings Jake  @WaxPackWisdom  [https://studio.youtube.com/channel/UC6G1-nJMMwR763hFb2_IJgg] 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.