A quantitative look at the week in baseball cards: Using advanced stats and under the hood numbers, we try to find an objective edge for baseball card investors, aways with a bit of fun.
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Rob talks some strategies for dealing with the big drop in the card market, takes a look at offence in baseball and how it compares to a normal season, takes a hard look at Vladdy Guerrero Jr.'s 2022 troubles, makes some Topps S2 predictions, checks in on Mookie Betts and outlines why he's so important, and then looks into the prospect opportunities and asks if we should be buying prospects at all right now.Special thanks to gemrate.com for their help in accumulating market cap dataCheck out MySlabs for 1% seller fees on slabsPlease Hit Subscribe!Connect with Rob on twitter @FlagshipPodcast or email: rob@flagshipbaseball.comFollow on InstagramCheck out the YouTube channelThanks to Hanna Kent for her invaluable contributions to the podcast. If you'd like to see more of her work, she can be found at: hannakentvo.comISOBP is a stat we created for the podcast. It measures the things baseball card collectors tend to care about. It is forward looking, and so far has an excellent track record for spotting young talent in the minors, and significant changes in the majors.The formula is:(OBP+ISO)-(BB%-K%)+(SB/500)In the Minors: .450 = average, .500 = above average, .600 = elite, .700 = generationalIn the Majors:.400 = average, .500 = above average, .550 = elite, .600 = generationalMLB ISOBP can be found here: MLB ISOBPMiLB ISOBP can be found here: MiLB ISOBPCheck out the website: flagshipbaseball.comSupport the show
Rob talks about the big market drop and wonders if it's an opportunity or a sign to get out, then talks about MLB opportunities and warning signs, including Kyle Tucker, Yordan Alvarez, Wander Franco, and Vladimir Guerrero Jr. Then some predictions for the new top 100 prospect list, with some special notes on Corbin Carroll and Pete Crow-Armstrong.Special thanks to gemrate.com for their help in accumulating market cap dataCheck out MySlabs for 1% seller fees on slabsPlease Hit Subscribe!MLB ISOBP can be found here: MLB ISOBPMiLB ISOBP can be found here: MiLB ISOBPConnect with Rob on twitter @FlagshipPodcast or email: rob@flagshipbaseball.comFollow on InstagramCheck out the YouTube channelThanks to Hanna Kent for her invaluable contributions to the podcast. If you'd like to see more of her work, she can be found at: hannakentvo.comCheck out the website: flagshipbaseball.comSupport the show
Apologies for the delay in getting this out. As you'll hear, there are some technical issues. Rob and Tyson tackle 2022 Bowman Baseball (again), Yordan Alvarez, Aaron Judge, Jose Miranda, MJ MelendezCheck out MySlabs for 1% seller fees on slabsTyson's excellent rookie report: https://youtu.be/iAGl8MhLr6oPlease Hit Subscribe!Connect with Rob on twitter @FlagshipPodcast or email: rob@flagshipbaseball.comFollow on InstagramCheck out the YouTube channelThanks to Hanna Kent for her invaluable contributions to the podcast. If you'd like to see more of her work, she can be found at: hannakentvo.comCheck out the website: flagshipbaseball.comSupport the show
Rob and Chris take on the 2022 Bowman Baseball checklist, offering player picks and PYT ideas, plus Jazz Chisholm, a deep dive into Mookie Betts, Eloy Jimenez' injury and current hobby relevance, Jacob DeGrom gets some good news, Ronald Acuna returned and the hobby didn't notice, prospect ideas, buy lows, and a Giveaway!Check out MySlabs for 1% seller fees on slabsRob mentions bobscardmarket.com excellent progressive breaksPlease Hit Subscribe!Connect with Rob on twitter @FlagshipPodcast or email: rob@flagshipbaseball.comFollow on InstagramCheck out the YouTube channelThanks to Hanna Kent for her invaluable contributions to the podcast. If you'd like to see more of her work, she can be found at: hannakentvo.comCheck out the website: flagshipbaseball.comSupport the show (https://buymeacoffee.com/flagship)
Rob and Tyson check if Miguel Cabrera's 3000th hit matters to the hobby, talk Ronald Acuna's return and see if there's an opportunity there, talk Luis Robert and why it's time to stop treating him as relevant to the hobby, check in with the 5 big rookies, plus some long shot prospect ideas, buy lows, sell highs, and buy highs, and a Giveaway!Check out MySlabs for 1% seller fees on slabsPlease Hit Subscribe!Connect with Rob on twitter @FlagshipPodcast or email: rob@flagshipbaseball.comFollow on InstagramCheck out the YouTube channelThanks to Hanna Kent for her invaluable contributions to the podcast. If you'd like to see more of her work, she can be found at: hannakentvo.comCheck out the website: flagshipbaseball.comSupport the show (https://buymeacoffee.com/flagship)Support the show (https://buymeacoffee.com/flagship)
Rob and Chris talk Julio Rodriguez, Bobby Witt Jr., Spencer Torkelson, CJ Abrams, Seiya Suzuki; compare Juan Soto's 100th HR to Cody Bellinger's 100th HR; take a look at Heliot Ramos; talk about WAR at this point in the season; contemplate whether Vladdy's big game may have moved the dial; then assess the viability of Orelvis Martinez, and do a deep dive into Bo Bichette. Plus a talk about 2022 wax, some MySlabs buys and sells, and a Giveaway!Check out MySlabs for 1% seller fees on slabsPlease Hit Subscribe!Connect with Rob on twitter @FlagshipPodcast or email: rob@flagshipbaseball.comFollow on InstagramCheck out the YouTube channelThanks to Hanna Kent for her invaluable contributions to the podcast. If you'd like to see more of her work, she can be found at: hannakentvo.comCheck out the website: flagshipbaseball.comSupport the show (https://buymeacoffee.com/flagship)Support the show (https://buymeacoffee.com/flagship)
Rob and Chris welcome Scott from ScottieB cards to the show to talk about the 2022 season to come!**Stay tuned to the very end for a giveaway announcement**Check out ScottieB Cards on YoutubeThe Bowman's Best Episode Rob MentionsThe Stan Musial Pick Up Episode Chris MentionsCheck out MySlabs for 1% seller fees on slabsPlease Hit Subscribe!Connect with Rob on twitter @FlagshipPodcast or email: rob@flagshipbaseball.comFollow on InstagramCheck out the YouTube channelThanks to Hanna Kent for her invaluable contributions to the podcast. If you'd like to see more of her work, she can be found at: hannakentvo.comCheck out the website: flagshipbaseball.comSupport the show (https://buymeacoffee.com/flagship)Support the show (https://buymeacoffee.com/flagship)
Rob and Chris preview the 2022 season for cards, with deep dives into Julio Rodriguez and Bobby Witt Jr., injury updates on Jacob DeGrom, Shane Baz, and Riley Greene. They look at who the top 10 prospects will be by the end of 2022, compare the physical worries of Vladimir Guerrero Jr. and Fernando Tatis Jr., assess the potential for Yordan Alvarez, and much, much more. This episode is packed.**Make sure to keep an eye on your podcast feed on opening day for a special bonus episode**Check out MySlabs for 1% seller fees on slabsPlease Hit Subscribe!Connect with Rob on twitter @FlagshipPodcast or email: rob@flagshipbaseball.comFollow on InstagramCheck out the YouTube channelThanks to Hanna Kent for her invaluable contributions to the podcast. If you'd like to see more of her work, she can be found at: hannakentvo.comCheck out the website: flagshipbaseball.comSupport the show (https://buymeacoffee.com/flagship)Support the show (https://buymeacoffee.com/flagship)
Rob and Tyson assess the hobby potential of Oneil Cruz and Brennan Davis, Kyle Tucker and Rafael Devers, then the guys take a stab at re-framing the Bowman Prospect market and make some recommendations on how to find hidden value in prospects. Plus an update on Rob's Carlos Correa purchase from October and so much more!Check out MySlabs for 1% seller fees on slabsPlease Hit Subscribe!Connect with Rob on twitter @FlagshipPodcast or email: rob@flagshipbaseball.comFollow on InstagramCheck out the YouTube channelThanks to Hanna Kent for her invaluable contributions to the podcast. If you'd like to see more of her work, she can be found at: hannakentvo.comCheck out the website: flagshipbaseball.comSupport the show (https://buymeacoffee.com/flagship)Support the show (https://buymeacoffee.com/flagship)
Rob and Chris do some prospect deep dives into Alek Thomas & Corbin Carroll, find a possible explanation for Jarred Kelenic & Gavin Lux's troubles, Rob explains why Anthony Volpe is his number one hobby prospect, and Chris takes him to task for his latest Volpe purchase. The guys talk park factors, autos vs. non autos, and more... all in under an hour!More info on Tatis' injuryBaseball Savant Park FactorsJarred Kelenic on FangraphsAnthony Volpe on FangraphsAlek Thomas on FangraphsCorbin Carroll on FangraphsGavin Lux on FangraphsGet 20% OFF @manscaped + Free Shipping with promo code FLAGSHIPBASEBALL at MANSCAPED.com! #ad #manscapedpodCheck out MySlabs Please Hit Subscribe!Connect with Rob on twitter @FlagshipPodcast or email: rob@flagshipbaseball.comJoin the Facebook GroupFollow on InstagramCheck out the YouTube channelThanks to Hanna Kent for her invaluable contributions to the podcast. If you'd like to see more of her work, she can be found at: hannakentvo.comCheck out the website for supporting visuals for this episode: flagshipbaseball.comSupport the show (https://buymeacoffee.com/flagship)
The Lockout is over. We are back in business!Rob and Tyson do a MySlabs experiment, talk PSA submission events, the guys contemplate green vs. blue vs. sapphire, what's up with Marco Luciano, CJ Abrams, Luis Matos, Seiya Suzuki, and a deep sleeper that can be had for very cheap right now. Plus a look at a very useful, but little-used prospect list.The correct Logan Allen on FangraphsMLB Pipeline 2021 Prospect TeamMLB Pipeline 2019 Prospect TeamMLB Pipeline 2018 Prospect TeamGet 20% OFF @manscaped + Free Shipping with promo code FLAGSHIPBASEBALL at MANSCAPED.com! #ad #manscapedpodThanks to MySlabs for supporting the show! Tyson's latest Behind the Numbers EpisodePlease Hit Subscribe!Connect with Rob on twitter @FlagshipPodcast or email: rob@flagshipbaseball.comJoin the Facebook GroupFollow on InstagramCheck out the YouTube channelThanks to Hanna Kent for her invaluable contributions to the podcast. If you'd like to see more of her work, she can be found at: hannakentvo.comCheck out the website for supporting visuals for this episode: flagshipbaseball.comSupport the show (https://buymeacoffee.com/flagship)
Rob and Chris tackle the Lockout and take a look at what ESPN's top 25 players of all time list can tell us about collecting the GOATs. Plus a look at Josh Jung and his recent injury.ESPN's top 25CBS has some great Lockout coverageThanks Bob's Card Market for supporting the show! Get 20% OFF @manscaped + Free Shipping with promo code FLAGSHIPBASEBALL at MANSCAPED.com! #ad #manscapedpodThanks to MySlabs for supporting the show! Please Hit Subscribe!Connect with Rob on twitter @FlagshipPodcast or email: rob@flagshipbaseball.comJoin the Facebook GroupFollow on InstagramCheck out the YouTube channelThanks to Hanna Kent for her invaluable contributions to the podcast. If you'd like to see more of her work, she can be found at: hannakentvo.comCheck out the website for supporting visuals for this episode: flagshipbaseball.comSupport the show (https://buymeacoffee.com/flagship)
Rob and Tyson tackle the Jasson Dominguez Auto Super sale and wonder what could possibly justify the price.A look into WhatNotMySlabs finds of the weekWhen to buy highly ranked prospectsA look at Topps and Bowman SapphireWhen to grade older prospectsA look at Bowman 1sts when a big rookie gets his first flagship cardGet 20% OFF @manscaped + Free Shipping with promo code FLAGSHIPBASEBALL at MANSCAPED.com! #ad #manscapedpodThanks to MySlabs for supporting the show! Please Hit Subscribe!Connect with Rob on twitter @FlagshipPodcast or email: rob@flagshipbaseball.comJoin the Facebook GroupFollow on InstagramCheck out the YouTube channelThanks to Hanna Kent for her invaluable contributions to the podcast. If you'd like to see more of her work, she can be found at: hannakentvo.comCheck out the website for supporting visuals for this episode: flagshipbaseball.comSupport the show (https://buymeacoffee.com/flagship)
Rob and Chris talk Wandermania, how to find pitchers to invest in, and Chris breaks down Mike Trout, Eloy Jimenez and Shane Bieber's injuries.**One pitcher was left out of the conversation: Logan Webb also qualified in 2021 (for the first time in his career) for Rob's pitcher filter. He's only 24**Mike Trout ArticleGet 20% OFF @manscaped + Free Shipping with promo code FLAGSHIPBASEBALL at MANSCAPED.com! #ad #manscapedpodPlease Hit Subscribe!Connect with Rob on twitter @FlagshipPodcast or email: rob@flagshipbaseball.comJoin the Facebook GroupFollow on InstagramCheck out the YouTube channelThanks to Hanna Kent for her invaluable contributions to the podcast. If you'd like to see more of her work, she can be found at: hannakentvo.comThe Website is Live: flagshipbaseball.comSupport the show (https://buymeacoffee.com/flagship)
All things grading!Rob and Tyson go over the grading landscape and answer your grading questions.Grading companies mentioned:PSASGCBGSHGAFCGCSGGroup Subs:Nash CardsCanada GradingRockyMountainBaseballCards on InstagramPlease Hit Subscribe!Connect with Rob on twitter @FlagshipPodcast or email: rob@flagshipbaseball.comJoin the Facebook Group to see Rob's PSA sub notesFollow on InstagramCheck out the YouTube channelThanks to Hanna Kent for her invaluable contributions to the podcast. If you'd like to see more of her work, she can be found at: hannakentvo.comThe Website is Live: flagshipbaseball.comSupport the show (https://buymeacoffee.com/flagship)
We're back! On today's show, Rob Misora of Bob's Card Market pops by for a chat.Bob's Card Market Discord (his top 30 can be found here):https://bobscardmarket.comRob's COMC store:https://www.comc.com/Users/thecardtreasuryRob's Ebay store:https://www.ebay.com/str/thecardtreasury?_trksid=p2045573.m570.l113337Kronozio card scanner:https://kronozio.comNash Cards SGC Grading Service:https://nashcards.com/grade/the-process/Join the Facebook GroupFollow on InstagramCheck out the YouTube channelPlease Hit Subscribe!Connect with me on twitter @FlagshipPodcast or by email: rob@flagshipbaseball.comThanks to Hanna Kent for her invaluable contributions to the podcast. If you'd like to see more of her work, she can be found at: hannakentvo.comThe Website is Live: flagshipbaseball.comSupport the show (https://buymeacoffee.com/flagship)
A special episode focused entirely on the reallygood.cards situation.https://www.sec.gov/litigation/complaints/2020/comp-pr2020-291.pdfhttps://www.justice.gov/usao-ndca/pr/ceo-charged-securities-and-bank-fraud-alleged-scheme-raise-funds-digital-advertisinghttps://www.justice.gov/usao-ndca/pr/san-francisco-ceo-pleads-guilty-swindling-banks-and-investors-out-more-35-millionhttps://www.justice.gov/usao-ndca/pr/san-francisco-ceo-sentenced-three-years-scamming-banks-and-investors-out-8-millionSupport the show (https://buymeacoffee.com/flagship)
This episode was originally recorded during the year end friends of the show episode, but the conversation grew and grew and rather than edit it down, I wanted to present it whole, because there's just so much good stuff here. Enjoy!Join the Facebook GroupFollow on InstagramCheck out the YouTube channelPlease Hit Subscribe!Connect with me on twitter @FlagshipPodcast or by email: rob@flagshipbaseball.comThanks to Hanna Kent for her invaluable contributions to the podcast. If you'd like to see more of her work, she can be found at: hannakentvo.comThe Website is Live: flagshipbaseball.comSupport the show (https://buymeacoffee.com/flagship)
For the last episode of 2021 and season 1, we invite some friends of the show on for a chat, and giveaway some big cards!Links mentioned in today's show:Behind the Numbers PodcastTyson Banker's Rookie ReportsReally Good Card ShopTake an additional 10% off any purchase with the coupon code: FLAGSHIPStrikezone CardsGet on the waitlist!Join the Facebook GroupFollow on InstagramCheck out the YouTube channelPlease Hit Subscribe!Connect with me on twitter @FlagshipPodcast or by email: rob@flagshipbaseball.comThanks to Hanna Kent for her invaluable contributions to the podcast. If you'd like to see more of her work, she can be found at: hannakentvo.comThe Website is Live: flagshipbaseball.comMusic from Uppbeat (free for Creators!):https://uppbeat.io/t/ra/moving-aheadLicense code: VGFQY4F5IXCSTXPJhttps://uppbeat.io/t/corinne/ecstaticLicense code: VZIWN5PNWPOJKXI1Support the show (https://buymeacoffee.com/flagship)
On Episode 21 we're giving away:-A one year subscription to strikezone.cards-PSA 9 2016 Vladimir Guerrero BCP55 1st Bowman Chrome-SGC 10 2018 Shohei Ohtani #150 Sepia Refractor RC5 ways to Enter:Like and Retweet our tweets titled GIVEAWAY that will start on Wednesday @FlagshipPodcast (one entry per RT)Join the Flagship Baseball Facebook Group (one entry)Like the reallygood.cards Facebook Page (one entryGet on the strikezone.cards waiting list (one entry)Subscribe to the YouTube channel (one entry)Thanks for a fantastic 2021!Support the show (https://buymeacoffee.com/flagship)
Episode 20:0:28 Intro 2:07 News Follow Up 3:24 PSA Offering Regular Level Grading 5:54 Strikezone Cards 6:25 Market Update 8:03 SGC/PSA Price Ratio 8:10 Seasonality 9:05 2022 Market Forecast 14:09 Hobby vs. Jumbo 15:59 Early Ballot Hall of Fame Characteristics 29:42 Really Good Top Loaders 30:27 The Flagship Players List 39:28 Mookie Betts Deep Dive 44:50 OutroThanks for supporting our sponsors!Really Good Top LoadersTake an additional 10% off any purchase with the coupon code: FLAGSHIPStrikezone CardsGet on the waitlist!PSA free account set up:https://www.psacard.com/myaccount/signupJoin the Facebook GroupFollow on InstagramCheck out the YouTube channelPlease Hit Subscribe!Connect with me on twitter @FlagshipPodcast or by email: rob@flagshipbaseball.comThanks to Hanna Kent for her invaluable contributions to the podcast. If you'd like to see more of her work, she can be found at: hannakentvo.comThe Website is Live: flagshipbaseball.comMusic from Uppbeat (free for Creators!):https://uppbeat.io/t/ra/moving-aheadLicense code: VGFQY4F5IXCSTXPJhttps://uppbeat.io/t/corinne/ecstaticLicense code: VZIWN5PNWPOJKXI1Support the show (https://buymeacoffee.com/flagship)
Episode 19:0:28 Intro0:52 PSA Buys Card Ladder2:54 MLB Locks out the Players7:10 Really Good Top Loaders7:52 Market Report8:54 Have Parallels and SPs Outperformed Base in 2021?18:50 Should we Fear the Junk Slab Era?36:58 Pristine Worldwide Breaks37:49 Tier 3 of the Flagship Players List47:00 OutroThanks for supporting our sponsors!Really Good Top LoadersTake an additional 10% off with the coupon code: FLAGSHIPPristine Worldwide BreaksMake sure to mention that we sent you when you pay!Conversation with Tyson Banker on the Behind the Numbers podcast about the Junk Slab Era:https://t.co/KKS4fL6TBHPlease Hit Subscribe!Connect with me on twitter @FlagshipPodcast or by email: rob@flagshipbaseball.comThanks to Hanna Kent for her invaluable contributions to the podcast. If you'd like to see more of her work, she can be found at: hannakentvo.comThe Website is Live: flagshipbaseball.comJoin the Facebook GroupMusic from Uppbeat (free for Creators!):https://uppbeat.io/t/ra/moving-aheadLicense code: VGFQY4F5IXCSTXPJhttps://uppbeat.io/t/corinne/ecstaticLicense code: VZIWN5PNWPOJKXI1Support the show (https://buymeacoffee.com/flagship)
Episode 18:0:37 Intro1:12 VAST Portfolio1:41 SGC Portfolio1:56 Market Report5:03 Seasonal Trends6:53 Stock Market Crashes9:49 Pristine Worldwide Breaks10:38 Finding Good Comps13:23 Silver and Gold in the Hall of Fame17:15 Silver and Gold with HOF ambitions19:40 Paul Goldschmidt22:07 Really Good Top Loaders22:49 Tier 2 of the Flagship Players List33:54 OutroThanks for supporting our sponsors!Really Good Top LoadersTake an additional 10% off with the coupon code: FLAGSHIPPristine Worldwide BreaksMake sure to mention that we sent you when you pay!Please Hit Subscribe!Connect with me on twitter @FlagshipPodcast or by email: rob@flagshipbaseball.comThanks to Hanna Kent for her invaluable contributions to the podcast. If you'd like to see more of her work, she can be found at: hannakentvo.comThe Website is Live: flagshipbaseball.comJoin the Facebook GroupMusic from Uppbeat (free for Creators!):https://uppbeat.io/t/ra/moving-aheadLicense code: VGFQY4F5IXCSTXPJhttps://uppbeat.io/t/corinne/ecstaticLicense code: VZIWN5PNWPOJKXI1Support the show (https://buymeacoffee.com/flagship)
Episode 17 gets a reboot and some great sponsors2:32 Rookies of the Year11:33 How to Pre Grade Cards20:28 MVPs in the Hall of Fame31:12 Tier 1 of the Flagship Players listThanks for supporting our sponsors!Drew's Really Good Card Shop's Black Friday Sale runs from Wednesday at 6PM EST until Saturday at 6PM ESTReally Good Top LoadersTake an additional 10% off with the coupon code: FLAGSHIPPristine Worldwide Breaks is breaking 2018, 2019, & 2020 Bowman Draft and 2021 Bowman Chrome this week.Make sure to mention that we sent you when you pay!8X Loupe for pre-gradingPlease Hit Subscribe!Connect with me on twitter @FlagshipPodcast or by email: rob@flagshipbaseball.comThanks to Hanna Kent for her invaluable contributions to the podcast. If you'd like to see more of her work, she can be found at: hannakentvo.comThe Website is Live: flagshipbaseball.comJoin the Facebook GroupMusic from Uppbeat (free for Creators!):https://uppbeat.io/t/ra/moving-aheadLicense code: VGFQY4F5IXCSTXPJhttps://uppbeat.io/t/corinne/ecstaticLicense code: VZIWN5PNWPOJKXI1Support the show (https://buymeacoffee.com/flagship)
Episode 16!2:36 Macro Market Talk7:07 Info on @thehobbyAI9:13 Short Prints17:45 Superfractors23:12 Bryce Harper Giveaway DrawCheck out The Hobby AI on twitter for a very cool way to find great deals on cards.Also mentioned on the show: Drew Cards on twitter and Philmington on InstagramPlease Hit Subscribe!Connect with me on twitter @FlagshipPodcast or by email: rob@flagshipbaseball.comThanks to Hanna Kent for her invaluable contributions to the podcast. If you'd like to see more of her work, she can be found at: hannakentvo.comThe Website is Live: flagshipbaseball.comSupport the show (https://buymeacoffee.com/flagship)
Episode 15:2:46 Ozzie Albies5:57 Yordan Alvarez9:36 Vladimir Guerrero Jr.16:34 How to Sell When You're New22:24 A Facebook Rant26:00 How to Catch a Prospect at the Right Time29:04 2 Hail Mary Prospects31:08 Contest DetailsPlease Hit Subscribe!Connect with me on twitter @FlagshipPodcast or by email: rob@flagshipbaseball.comThanks to Hanna Kent for her invaluable contributions to the podcast. If you'd like to see more of her work, she can be found at: hannakentvo.comThe Website is Live: flagshipbaseball.comVladdy's Grandma: https://www.nytimes.com/2019/08/25/sports/baseball/abuela-chef-boss-vladimir-guerrero-jrs-grandmother-feeds-the-majors.htmlSupport the show (https://buymeacoffee.com/flagship)