1240 - Out-Takes from Hobbypalooza 062224

Dr. James Beckett: Sports Card Insights

We reflect on the recent passing of Willie Mays and discuss who now holds the title of the greatest living baseball player, with names like Sandy Koufax, Barry Bonds, Ken Griffey Jr., and Ricky Henderson featuring prominently. The conversation dives into the impact of advanced metrics on baseball history, the ethics surrounding sports memorabilia pricing following an athlete's death, and the dynamics of buying and selling at major events like the National Sports Collectors Convention. 00:00 The Greatest Living Ball Player Debate 00:42 Barry Bonds: The Controversial Choice 02:54 The Influence of Advanced Metrics 03:50 The Hobby's Evolution: Griffey Jr. vs. Bonds 07:05 The Ethics of Card Pricing 08:42 National Card Show Strategies 13:09 Cleveland National: Expectations and Logistics