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 …
The countdown is on. The new Real Sportscards shop in Blaine (1510 109th Ave NE) will open at 8:00 AM on Black Friday, and collectors across the metro are buzzing. The excitement was evident to me as two separate groups of collectors knocked on the door during my visit and …
The grand opening of CardVault by Tom Brady at the Mall of America in Bloomington was nothing short of a spectacle. All four levels at the rotunda surrounding the stage were packed with fans eager to catch a glimpse of the GOAT himself (the first people in line got there …
It was just last month that CardVault by Tom Brady broke news that they were expanding to Minnesota. Rapid progress has clearly been made behind the scenes as they announced the grand opening celebration will be this Sunday, November 16th. The festivities begin at 5:00 PM in the Huntington Bank …
On a recent trip for my daughter’s volleyball game, I made a point to visit both locations of The Fan Zone—one in Waite Park and the other in Willmar. While I had originally planned to write about both, the Waite Park store’s sheer size deserves a dedicated deep dive when …
Zach Spiczka and his wife Stef didn’t just move to Brainerd—they brought a dream with them. After relocating from the metro area, the couple set out to build something more than just a business. They envisioned a welcoming space where people of all ages could gather, connect, and share in …
If you’ve ever wished you could time-travel through the golden age of sports, there’s a place in Apple Valley that might just grant that wish. Tucked away in a modest storefront, The Ballpark is more than a card shop—it’s a living museum of vintage sports memorabilia, curated with passion and …
CardVault, the card shop backed by NFL legend Tom Brady, has announced an ambitious expansion plan that includes six new locations nationwide. Among them: a highly anticipated shop right here at the Mall of America. While no official opening date has been revealed, the announcement signals Card Vault’s aggressive growth …
