Our local hobby community woke up to tough news this morning. Viral Card Games in Fridley was broken into around 4:40 AM, and the thieves made off with a targeted selection of valuable graded cards. The shop shared security footage on their Facebook page, and the video makes one thing …
A new hobby destination is about to open its doors in Princeton. DuBois Station is celebrating its grand opening this Friday (1/30) and Saturday (1/31), bringing a fresh mix of trading cards, collectibles, and creative goods to the Princeton Mall. Located in Suite 5B, the shop will launch with Pokémon …
Princeton has a growing hub for collectors, and it’s not your typical card shop. Rum River Relics, owned by longtime online seller Ryan Holman, blends the charm of an antique mall with the energy of a modern collectibles store—creating one of the most unique hobby stops in central Minnesota. Holman …
Triple Diamond’s Eagan shop is the original flagship that launched their brand. From this store, they expanded into Fargo, ND and Bensalem, PA just over a year ago. Located in a strip mall on Cliff Road just off Hwy 77/Cedar, the shop looks modest from the outside. Step inside, though, …
I stopped by the Truplayerz Card Show in Rosemount on January 10th, and the experience made an impression before I even walked through the doors. The street leading up to the venue was lined with cars on one side — so many that I ended up parking nearly a quarter …
Signature Saturday isn’t just another date on the calendar—it’s a pilgrimage. This year’s event is coming up on Saturday, January 24th at Target Field. It runs from 9:00 – 5:00 and tickets are available on their website. It’s the one day each year where generations of Twins fans stand shoulder‑to‑shoulder, …
As mentioned on the CardSota Podcast, below is a full breakdown of the Top 100 most liquid athletes of 2025. These rankings are built from eBay sales data covering the first 11 months of the year, highlighting which athletes moved the most cards across the hobby. Whether you’re a collector, …
As we mentioned on the podcast, the Pokémon market in 2025 delivered one of its most fascinating years yet. With eBay’s enormous volume of card sales to draw from, we finally have a clear snapshot of which characters truly drove the hobby—and the story the data tells is one longtime …
Hibbing just scored a brand‑new destination for TCG fans: Northern Realms Trading Cards, a shop built on affordability, community, and an ever‑growing lineup of fan‑favorite products. Located at 2125 2nd Avenue E, it’s a welcoming hangout for collectors of all ages—perfect for quick stops, weekend browsing, or chasing your next …
The Minnesota Card Show is leveling up the Midwest hobby scene with a brand‑new 2‑Day TCG only event coming to the Saint Paul RiverCentre. The previous RiverCenter shows they have put on have brought in dealers from all around the country, YouTubers, autograph guests, etc. With 375+ tables of only …
