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The yearly rhythm runs from Topps Series 1 through Series 2 and Update, with Topps Chrome adding the chromium chase and Bowman serving the prospect crowd. That prospect angle is baseball's signature: the '1st Bowman' card of a minor-leaguer can explode in value years before a big-league debut, making Bowman Chrome autos the category's blue-chip chase. Refractor parallels, Real One autographs and Update Series rookie debuts round out what collectors hunt. Prospect hype, call-ups and postseason heroics all drive the market. This page tracks MLB releases, the pulls worth knowing about and where prices are moving. Photograph any baseball card with CardLoft to identify it and check its value, then trade with the collectors in your circle.
Matt Krook Elects Free Agency
The Nationals announced that left-hander Matt Krook, whom they designated for assignment a few days ago, cleared waivers and was sent outright to Triple-A Rochester. Krook opted for free agency, as was his right as a player with a previous career outright. Krook, 31, oddly has a…
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Trade Deadline Outlook: Los Angeles Angels
The Angels are tied for the worst record in baseball, and are surely headed for their 11th consecutive losing season. There was already speculation that GM Perry Minasian was on the hot seat since 2026 was the last guaranteed year of his contract, but the axe fell surprisingly…
Jahmai Jones traded to Red Sox; Eaton optioned
Red Sox To Acquire Jahmai Jones
The Red Sox are acquiring outfielder Jahmai Jones from the Tigers, reports Alex Speier of The Boston Globe. Detroit, who designated Jones for assignment last week, will receive a player to be named later in return. Boston has had an open 40-man spot since left-hander Danny Coulo…
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Amarianna Hill announced as Jennie Finch Empowerment Award winner
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Royals acquire Easton McGee from Brewers for cash
Royals Acquire Easton McGee
The Royals announced Tuesday that they’ve acquired right-hander Easton McGee from the Brewers in exchange for cash. McGee, who’d been designated for assignment last week, has been optioned to Triple-A Omaha with his new organization. The Royals opened a 40-man roster spot by tra…
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Dodgers Outright Charlie Barnes
Left-hander Charlie Barnes has cleared waivers and been outrighted to Triple-A, per his MLB.com transaction tracker. The Dodgers designated the veteran for assignment on Saturday after righty Landon Knack returned from the 60-day IL. Barnes has been outrighted before, so he has…
Rays Interested In Tarik Skubal
The Rays are expected to be active at the trade deadline, and the club is reportedly in the mix for the top starting pitcher on the market. Bob Nightengale of USA Today notes Tampa Bay is pursuing Tigers left-hander Tarik Skubal. Jon Heyman of the New York Post also has the Rays…
The Opener: Walker Wins Derby, All-Star Game, Alexander/Pasquantino
Nationals outfielder James Wood heads into the All-Star break with 89 runs scored. He’s 21 runs clear of second place (Pirates outfielder Bryan Reynolds at 68). It’s the largest lead at the All-Star break in league history, notes the team. 1. Walker wins Derby on final swing Car…
Is 2026 Leaf Metal Draft Baseball Worth A Break With Only Unlicensed Autographs?
2026 Leaf Metal Baseball returns with a focus on draft picks and autographs. But are is this auto-packed product worth a break?The post Is 2026 Leaf Metal Draft Baseball Worth A Break With Only Unlicensed Autographs? appeared first on Cardlines
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Bligh Madris Finalizing Deal With KBO’s SSG Landers
Outfielder Bligh Madris is nearing a deal with the SSG Landers of the Korea Baseball Organization, reports Francys Romero. He was granted his release from a minor league deal with the Cardinals over the weekend to pursue the KBO opportunity. Madris, a left-handed batter, was hav…
Walker digs his new bling: 'I don't know if it's coming off tonight'
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Walker stuns Schwarber, becomes Cardinals' first Derby champ
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Reds Reportedly Receiving Trade Interest In Spencer Steer
The Reds have gotten trade calls on utilityman Spencer Steer, reports Bob Nightengale of USA Today. Cincinnati has fallen nine games under .500 after a strong start and are eight games back in the Wild Card picture. That doesn’t necessarily mean Steer will be on the move. He’s u…