The Wire · 149 stories
Curated headlines from across the hobby — auction results, release announcements, grading pop reports — each with our take on why it matters. In-house guides and analysis live under Guides.
Bookstores are reportedly on alert over scalpers seeking a bonus “One Piece” card. The headline presents the card as a promotional item attracting resale-driven attention.
EB Games has walked back its Pokemon 30th Anniversary TCG prices and stated that the change was planned.
A Stranger Things actor has reportedly been cast in a new movie from a director associated with Magic: The Gathering. The movie is described as being about drug mules.
SNKRDUNK reports on a Pokémon TCG “Storm Emeralda” price guide covering pull rates and predictions for top cards.
The headline reports a Pokémon TCG “Storm Esmeralda” price guide focused on pull rates and top card predictions.
Topps is experimenting with selling sports card boxes that are described as “unsealed.” The headline frames this as a change in how some card products may be packaged or sold.
The headline frames the Los Angeles Lakers' newest starting five through sports cards.
The headline reports a forecast that the wax boxes market will reach USD 7.3 billion by 2036, tied to cold chain demand.
The headline reports that the July sports card market is seeing increased activity, with attention on top sales and key releases.
The headline reports on the top-selling sports cards in June and notes that grading volume reached record highs.
The headline reports that The Athletic identified the top-selling sports cards in June while grading volume reached record highs.
The headline reports that the Summer 2026 card show calendar is already affecting card prices and availability.
The headline reports that some sports cards could rise in value ahead of the 2026 NFL season.
The headline reports that the Summer 2026 card show calendar is already affecting card prices and availability.
The headline reports a list of rookie cards considered worth targeting in early July 2026.
The headline reports that PSA led a record-breaking June as card grading reached a new all-time high.
Magic: The Gathering has a headline pointing to Arena Direct terms and conditions. The headline does not state any specific policy changes, prizes, dates, or eligibility details.
Yahoo Sports reports on 2026 trends in autographed sports memorabilia, focusing on players and items positioned as worth pursuing during the summer.
The headline reports on a 2026 mid-year collectibles report assessing how sports cards and TCG performed through the first half of 2026.
The headline reports on Pitch Black’s investing potential and asks which Mega Evolution chase cards may hold value. It frames the topic around Pokemon TCG value retention rather than short-term price movement.