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In our 43rd episode, Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer open with banter on the dreadful Cardinals season before discussing the latest moves and news including significant injuries plus prospect debuts. Then we select our first cards to enter the pantheon of the Player of the Month (POTM) PC, a new monthly segment we are launching. You can find us on twitter (X) at @cardscategories, @mcouill7, and @jbrewer17 and on bluesky at @mcouill7.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com. We now have Cards & Categories swag for purchase here! Links to things discussed in the pod:Willson Contreras suffers fractured forearm, out until All-Star BreakTrea Turner out around six weeks due to strained hamstringLuis Arraez traded to the Padres, opening opportunity for Vidal Brujan in MiamiSteven Kwan shelved with hamstring strain, Kyle Manzardo called upWyatt Langford also strains hammy, out three to four weeksRyan Pepiot placed on IL, Taj Bradley activatedJoe Musgrove lands on IL with right elbow inflammationPaul Skenes set to make his major league debut this SaturdayChristian Scott debuts for the MetsDylan Crews Bowman non-auto superfractor pulledVarious Bowman Firsts 1/150 blue refractors will have "My 1st Bowman Auto" inscriptionsUpcoming baseball card release schedule:Cards Discussion (47:00) April POTM PCList of April 2024 Players of the Month2014 Topps Update #US-26 Red Hot Foil2020 Topps Series 2 #420 SSSP2019 Bowman Draft #CDA-GH Auto2019 Bowman Draft Chrome Sapphire #BDC-22 Orange 2022 Topps Now Game Used Ball Relic Red2019 Topps Chrome Sapphire #3032024 Topps Series 1 #272 Team Color Variation 2016 Bowman Chrome Rookie Autographs #BCAR-JBE Refractor2016 BBM Genesis Autograph Ball2024 Topps Now #27 Blue Parallel2024 Topps Series 1 #257 Golden Mirror SSP2024 Topps Series 1 1989 35th Anniversary Auto Black #89BA-CC

In our 42nd episode, Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer open with banter on some of the newest "mascots" entering MLB lore before discussing the latest moves and news including significant injuries plus prospect (and Tommy Pham) call-ups. Then we overview the release of 2024 Bowman, hitting shelves on May 8. You can find us on twitter (X) at @cardscategories, @mcouill7, and @jbrewer17 and on bluesky at @mcouill7.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com. We now have Cards & Categories swag for purchase here! Links to things discussed in the pod: Link to Topps Now cards featuring the Arizona BeekeeperTopps announces that redemptions will be good for 10 yearsArticle on the Twins summer sausageRays City Connect uniforms, including the skateboarding RayMike Trout suffers torn meniscus, Jo Adell SZN continues unimpededCody Bellinger fractures ribs, Pete Crow-Armstrong called upTriston Casas' ribcage will keep him out for awhile, Red Sox lineup scramblingGrayson Rodriguez shelved with shoulder issue, John Means activatedBlake Snell placed on IL with abductor issueJesus Luzardo hits IL with strained flexorMasataka Yoshida placed on IL with hand injuryZack Gelof out with strained obliqueJackson Holliday demotedHeston Kjerstad promotedJordan Walker sent to Triple-AJose Abreu demoted to spring training complex, Joey Loperfido arrivesTommy Pham joins big league clubTyler Black promoted in MilwaukeeJordan Beck receives the call in ColoradoAddison Barger and his girthy quads receive call-upCards Discussion Upcoming baseball card release schedule: 2024 Bowman Preview Checklist and overview of the setChecklist of all Bowman First cards

In our 41st episode, Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer open with discussion of the latest moves and news including significant injuries affecting Francisco Alvarez and Triston Casas. Then we overview players with some of the hottest cards right now in the market to determine whether to sell them now or possibly hold. You can find us on twitter (X) at @cardscategories, @mcouill7, and @jbrewer17 and on bluesky at @mcouill7.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com. We now have Cards & Categories swag for purchase here! Links to things discussed in the pod: Francisco Alvarez tears thumb UCL, undergoes surgeryTriston Casas felled with broken ribPete Fairbanks succumbs to nerve injuryMerrill Kelly hits IL with a shoulder injuryHallMileyRobert Gasser making his way back from elbow injuryCristian Javier down with neck injury, Spencer Arrighetti returnsCards Discussion We relied upon Sports Card Investor for market data to analyze.Players and cards discussed: 2022 Bowman Draft #BD-1682021 Bowman Draft #CDA-CC AutoGunnar Henderson 2019 Bowman Draft #BDC-22 chrome refractorBilly Ripken 1989 Fleer #616 F*** Face Error2022 Bowman #BCP-50 chrome mojo refractor2022 Bowman #BCP-50 chrome2019 Bowman Draft #CDA-MB Auto2019 Bowman #CPA-BA autoJackson Chourio 2022 Bowman #BCP-79 chromeJaison Chourio 2022 Bowman Chrome #CPA-JCO auto2011 Topps Update #US1752020 Bowman Chrome #CPA-IH auto2018 Bowman Draft #BDC-1 chrome

In our 40th episode, Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer open with discussion of the latest moves and news including call ups for Andy Pages and Jonathan Clase plus another avalanche of new injuries. Then we analyze hot starts from Triple-A and Double-A bats that are changing our fantasy outlooks for some blue chip prospects plus a few under the radar. You can find us on twitter (X) at @cardscategories, @mcouill7, and @jbrewer17 and on bluesky at @mcouill7.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com. We now have Cards & Categories swag for purchase here! Links to things discussed in the pod: Andy Pages called up to the big leaguesJonathan Clase joins the MarinersJack Leiter set to make MLB debutLandon Knack steps into Dodgers rotationNick Nastrini debuts for the White SoxBlue Jays call upon Yariel RodriguezTommy Pham joins the White Sox on a minor league dealSpencer Strider undergoes UCL brace surgery, out for yearBobby Miller hits IL for shoulder injuryOzzie Albies breaks toe, placed on ILTrevor Story suffers shoulder injury, out for yearCarlos Correa strains obliqueBrandon Lowe strains obliqueChristian Yelich dealing with another back injurySeiya Suzuki strains right obliqueKris Bryant shelved for back injury, Sean Bouchard called upJake Burger eaten up by oblique injuryYu Darvish placed on IL with neck injuryGarrett Whitlock hits IL with oblique injuryCategories Discussion (1:09:28) Players discussed for their hot starts:

In our 39th episode, Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer open with discussion of the latest moves and news including Jackson Holliday's call-up and the mountain of new injuries. Then we overview the release of 2024 Topps Heritage, one of the most popular releases annually. You can find us on twitter (X) at @cardscategories, @mcouill7, and @jbrewer17 and on bluesky at @mcouill7.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com. We now have Cards & Categories swag for purchase here! Links to things discussed in the pod: Jackson Holliday called up to the big leaguesBuster Olney's tweet about Holliday from 2013Spencer Strider has damaged UCLShane Bieber slated for Tommy John surgeryEury Perez undergoes Tommy John surgeryElbow inflammation sidelines Framber ValdezLuis Robert Jr. out with hip flexor strainSonny Gray looks sharp in first start with CardinalsMagic box from 2024 Topps Big LeagueCards Discussion (59:44) 2024 Topps Heritage Set information and checklistTotals versus prior yearsTotal base cards and some variationsAdditional variation print runsWhitey Herzog on the Red Schoendienst cardPhoto of Disneyland on the Disney World cardWhite/black border parallels mislabeled Upcoming baseball card releases:

In our 38th episode, Mike Couillard is joined by Keelin Billue to open with discussion of our favorite Opening Day happenings before getting into the latest injury news. Then we dive into our favorite currently injured starting pitchers we are stashing in our fantasy injured reserve spots. You can find us on twitter (X) at @cardscategories, @mcouill7, and @jbrewer17 and on bluesky at @mcouill7.bsky.social. You can find Keelin on twitter (X) at @Wh1sk3r_B1scu1t and on bluesky at @keelin12ft.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com. We now have Cards & Categories swag for purchase here! Links to things discussed in the pod: Wyatt LangfordJared JonesGarrett CrochetJosh Jung fractures wrist and undergoes surgery. Rangers call up Justin Foscue, give more playing time to Ezequiel Duran.Royce Lewis strains quad and hits IL.Justin Steele strains hammy, Cubs call up Ben Brown.Categories Discussion (39:29) Injured pitchers we are stashing: One we are avoiding - Clayton Kershaw

In our 37th episode, Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer open with discussion of the latest moves and news including J.D. Martinez and Jordan Montgomery finally finding homes. Then we dive into our 2024 season predictions before highlighting a big release day for Topps with a trio of new sets. You can find us on twitter (X) at @cardscategories, @mcouill7, and @jbrewer17. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com. We now have Cards & Categories swag for purchase here! Links to things discussed in the pod: Latest update on the situation with Shohei Ohtani and Ippei MizuharaJ.D. Martinez joins the MetsJordan Montgomery lands with the DiamondbacksMichael Lorenzen rides with the Rangers rotationWyatt Langford breaks camp in TexasJackson Holliday will open season in Triple-ACategories Discussion Razzball Staff Picks for 2024Our Picks: Cards Discussion (59:32) Sets discussed: 2023 Topps Transcendent2024 Topps Big League2024 Topps TributeUpcoming baseball card releases:

In our 36th episode, Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer open with discussion of the latest moves and news including Blake Snell joining the Giants and Matt McLain's injury woes. Then we dive into Spring Training stats to find standout performances that have altered our fantasy outlooks for some players. You can find us on twitter (X) at @cardscategories, @mcouill7, and @jbrewer17. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com. We now have Cards & Categories swag for purchase here! Links to things discussed in the pod: Blake Snell signs two-year deal with the GiantsMatt McLain's shoulder injury looks worrisomeReds trade for Santiago EspinalShohei Ohtani's interpreter, Ippei Mizuhara, fired over gambling allegationsCards Discussion Upcoming baseball card releases: Categories Discussion Spring Training pitching statsSpring Training batting statsPlayers discussed for their Spring Training performances:

In our 35th episode, Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer open with discussion of the latest moves and news including Dylan Cease being traded to the Dads and Gerrit Cole's ailing elbow. For the main course, we analyze Jeremy's Top 40 Hitters so far by discussing methodology and reviewing the largest variances with current draft data. You can find us on twitter (X) at @cardscategories, @mcouill7, and @jbrewer17. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com. We now have Cards & Categories swag for purchase here! Links to things discussed in the pod: Dylan Cease traded to the Padres for a four player packageJackson Merrill travelling with the Pads to KoreaGerrit Cole undergoes MRI, will miss at least one to two monthsTaj Bradley dealing with strained pectoral Noelvi Marte tests positive for PEDs, suspended for 80 gamesJoey Votto signs minor league deal with the Blue JaysDodgers utilizing Mookie Betts at shortstopCards Discussion 2024 Topps Heritage pre-saleUpcoming baseball card releases: Categories Discussion Jeremy's Top Hitters: Part 1, Part 2 Players analyzed (Jeremy's rank vs NFBC Draft Champions rank via average pick):

In our 34th episode, Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer open with discussion of the latest moves and news including Matt Chapman finding a home and the myriad of pitcher injuries. For the main course, we discuss our prospect "Picks to Click" for dynasty and keeper leagues this coming year division-by-division. You can find us on twitter (X) at @cardscategories, @mcouill7, and @jbrewer17. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com. We now have Cards & Categories swag for purchase here! Links to things discussed in the pod:Matt Chapman joins the GiantsSonny Gray leaves latest outing with a pulled hamstringJustin Verlander will begin the season on the ILLucas Giolito has a UCL tear and flexor strainKevin Gausman is battling a sore shoulderShane Baz tweaks his oblique picking up a weightOur Prospect Picks to Click (37:45):

In our 33rd episode, Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer perform a two-person mock draft of the top ten closers. We open with discussion on the latest roster moves and Spring Training camp news along with some updates regarding 2024 Topps Series 1 before diving deep into the upper tier of fantasy bullpen arms. You can find us on twitter (X) at @cardscategories, @mcouill7, and @jbrewer17. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com. We now have Cards & Categories swag for purchase, visit our shop here! Links to things discussed in the pod: Cody Bellinger re-signs with the CubsThe Marlins agree to one-year deal with Tim AndersonGio Urshela joins the TigersBrandon Crawford finds a home in St. LouisKodai Senga succumbs to bum shoulderCards Discussion Topps announcement on the missing "First Card" stampsExample of First Card with missing stamp - Joe Musgrove 1/1Upcoming baseball card releases: Closers drafted in our top ten (44:07): Honorable Mentions: Raisel Iglesias, Andres Munoz, Camilo Doval, Craig KimbrelLongshots: Yennier Cano, Robert Stephenson, Gregory Santos

In our 32nd episode, Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer perform a two-man mock draft of the top ten pitchers. We open with discussion on the latest roster moves and Spring Training camp news along with some updates regarding 2024 Topps Series 1 before diving deep into the upper tier of fantasy arms. You can find us on twitter (X) at @cardscategories, @mcouill7, and @jbrewer17. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com. We now have Cards & Categories swag for purchase, visit our shop here! Links to things discussed in the pod: Jorge Soler joins the GiantsPhillies bring Whit Merrifield aboardAmed Rosario signs with the RaysLiam Hendriks finds a new home in BostonAaron Judge and his bum toeKyle Bradish has a sprained UCL in his pitching elbowXander Bogaerts moves to the cornerstoneCards Discussion 2024 Topps Series One checklist and overviewKevin Hart photobomb card example2007 Topps Derek Jeter with George W. Bush and Mickey MantleJeff SamardzijaRyan DempsterMilton BradleyTyler ColvinMisprinted stamps on the silver pack mojo cardsUpcoming baseball card releases: Pitchers drafted in our top ten:

In our 31st episode, Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer overview the NL Central to wrap our 2024 divisional preview series. Over the past six weeks weeks, we analyzed our favorite buys and identified sells on each team in a given division. However, before the NL Central preview, we open discussing the biggest baseball card release of the year - 2024 Topps Series 1! The 2024 baseball card products have officially launched so tune in for a deep dive on this release, available for purchase on Feb. 14. We now have Cards & Categories swag for purchase, visit our shop here! You can find us on twitter (X) at @cardscategories, @mcouill7, and @jbrewer17. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com. Links to things discussed in the pod: Cards Discussion 2024 Topps Series One checklist and overviewNew Gold Mirror SSP design with gold backOdds/cost breakdown of each parallel by product type2024 production run totalsPrevious recent year production run totalsFanatics-exclusive value boxesLink to podcast with our previous discussion on 2024 Series One designUpcoming baseball card releases: Players discussed in our NL Central preview:

In our 30th episode, Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer overview the AL West in the fifth part of our 2024 preview series. Over the coming weeks, we will analyze our favorite buys and identify sells on each team in the division. We open with a discussion of the latest and greatest transactions including Corbin Burnes developing a taste for Old Bay and some new Topps releases before the AL West preview. We now have Cards & Categories swag for purchase, visit our shop here! You can find us on twitter (X) at @cardscategories, @mcouill7, and @jbrewer17. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com. Links to things discussed in the pod: Brewers trade Corbin Burnes to the Orioles for Joey Ortiz and DL HallClayton Kershaw returns to the DodgersGregory Santos traded to the Mariners for package that includes Zach DeLoachCards Discussion 2023 Topps Luminaries checklist and details2023 Topps Five Star checklist and detailsUpcoming baseball card releases: Players discussed in our AL West preview:

In our 29th episode, Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer are joined by Razzball’s own Matt Frank (MarmosDad) for an overview of the AL East in the fourth part of our 2024 preview series. Over the coming weeks, we will analyze our favorite buys and identify sells on each team in the division. We open with a discussion of the latest and greatest signings including Justin Turner heading north of the border, Rhys Hoskins joining the Brew Crew and Colt Keith's extension with the Tigers before the AL East preview. We now have Cards & Categories swag for purchase, visit our shop here! You can find us on twitter (X) at @cardscategories, @mcouill7, and @jbrewer17. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com. Links to things discussed in the pod: Justin Turner joins the Blue JaysRhys Hoskins signs with the BrewersRangers ink David Robertson to dealColt Keith signs extension deal with the TigersPlayers discussed in our AL East preview:

In our 28th episode, Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer are joined by Razzball's own Matt Trussell for an overview of the NL West in the third part of our 2024 preview series. Over the coming weeks, we will analyze our favorite buys and identify sells on each team in the division. We open with a discussion of the latest and greatest signings including Josh Hader heading to H-Town plus a rundown of 2023 Topps Stadium Club before the NL West preview. We now have Cards & Categories swag for purchase, visit our shop here! You can find us on twitter (X) at @cardscategories, @mcouill7, and @jbrewer17. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com. Links to things discussed in the pod: Josh Hader signs with the AstrosRobert Stephenson joins the Angels bullpenDodgers round out the rotation with James PaxtonJoey Gallo takes his three-true-outcomes roadshow to WashingtonCards Discussion (18:30): 2023 Stadium Club checklist and overviewStadium Club pull odds breakdown/cost1992 Stadium Club #603 Ken Griffey Jr.Link to purchase 2023 Stadium Club directly from ToppsPlayers discussed in our NL West preview (42:42): Arizona Diamondbacks Colorado Rockies Los Angeles Dodgers San Diego Padres San Francisco Giants

In our 27th episode, Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer are joined by Adam MacKinnon, baseball writer and contributor including the author of Baseball for Kids: A Young Fan's Guide to the History of the Game, for an overview of the NL East in the second part of our 2024 preview series. Over the coming weeks, we will analyze our favorite buys and identify sells on each team in a division. We open with a discussion of the latest and greatest signings including Marcus Stroman moving to the Bronx plus the news of 2024 Topps Series 1's design release before the NL East preview. We now have Cards & Categories swag for purchase, visit our shop here! You can find us on twitter (X) at @cardscategories, @mcouill7, and @jbrewer17. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com. Links to things discussed in the pod: Marcus Stroman signs with the YankeesJordan Hicks inks deal with the Giants, will startDetails on the design and release of 2024 Topps Series 1: Preview of the 2024 Topps design with some set details2024 Topps Series 1 pre-sale linkBreakdown of odds to pull parallels and inserts compared to 2023Players discussed in our NL East preview:

In our 26th episode, Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer are joined by Keelin Billue for a preview of the AL Central in the first part of our 2024 preview series. For the next six weeks, we will analyze our favorite buys and identify sells on each team. We open with a discussion of the latest and greatest signings including Shota Imanaga's move to the Windy City before the AL Central preview. We now have Cards & Categories swag for purchase, visit our shop here! You can find us on twitter (X) at @cardscategories, @mcouill7, and @jbrewer17. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com. Links to things discussed in the pod: Shota Imanaga joins the CubsTeoscar Hernandez becomes latest Dodgers additionRobbie Ray traded from Seattle to San Francisco for Mitch Haniger and Anthony DeSclafaniMariners send Jose Caballero to the Rays for Luke RaleyHarrison Bader signs with the MetsPlayers discussed in our AL Central preview:

In our 25th episode, Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer open by analyzing the Braves' acquisition of Chris Sale before diving into the other miscellaneous MLB transactions of the past week. Then we review the newest set release coming out, 2023 Bowman's Best (48:58). We now have Cards & Categories swag for purchase, visit our shop here!You can find us on twitter (X) at @cardscategories, @mcouill7, and @jbrewer17. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com. Links to things discussed in the pod: The Braves and Red Sox swap Chris Sale and Vaughn GrissomBoston also inks Lucas GiolitoFrankie Montas signs with the RedsWoo-Suk Go joins the PadresPhoto of Woo-Suk Go with his wife (Jung Hoo Lee's sister)Mitch Garver finds home in SeattleIsiah Kiner-Falefa becomes the utility-man in TorontoGuardians and Yankees make a challenge trade in swapping Florial and MorrisCards Discussion: Bowman's Best checklist and overview1992 Bowman Mariano Rivera rookie cardUpcoming baseball card releases:

In our twenty-fourth episode, Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer discuss the lessons we learned in the worlds of fantasy baseball and card collecting in 2023 before sharing our resolutions for both realms in 2024. We now have Cards & Categories swag for purchase, visit our shop here! You can find us on twitter (X) at @cardscategories, @mcouill7, and @jbrewer17. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com. Links to things discussed in the pod:Yoshinobu Yamamoto signs mega-deal with the Dodgers