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Top MLB Cards to Watch for, Wander Franco’s Debut, NBA Updates, and Mailbag Questions

Wander Franco’s card value has fluctuated since his MLB debut. What does that say about the prospect card market at large? Plus, some card updates from around the NBA and opening up the mailbag.

By Jesse Gibson and Mike Gioseffi
Los Angeles Angels v Tampa Bay Rays Photo by Douglas P. DeFelice/Getty Images


On this episode of Sports Cards Nonsense, Mike and Jesse run through top MLB teams including the Giants, Red Sox, White Sox, and Astros, as they list the best players from each team and share whether they think their rookie card values make them a worthwhile buy. Next they talk about how Wander Franco’s card value has fluctuated since his MLB debut and what that says about the prospect card market at large, before moving on to the NBA playoffs. They then close the show with some mailbag questions.

Hosts: Mike Gioseffi and Jesse Gibson
Producer: Ronak Nair

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