The National Preview, Topps Chrome 2026, Listener Q&A & Why Michael Jordan Cards Are Soaring
Ty from The Slab Factory returns to the Man Cave Podcast for another edition of Hobby Talk! This week, we preview the National Sports Collectors Convention in Chicago, break down the release of 2026 Topps Chrome Baseball, and answer your listener questions.
Topics include:
What to expect at The National
Topps Chrome 2026 checklist and biggest chase cards
Are Panini cards still worth collecting?
The best way to store and display your cards
Should you grade now or wait for PSA?
Are Downtowns and Uptowns worth holding?
How to determine if your old cards have value
Why Michael Jordan, Tom Brady…
The skinny
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