Michael Minnis
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Hey, guys. My eight year old son has gotten into baseball and football cards. I used to collect as a kid and still have some nice pieces. A couple 50s Mickey Mantles, Sandy Koufax rookie card, etc. Anyway, it's been years since I've delved into the card collecting world. What a rude awakening. Trying to decipher the myriad sets available with inserts and such makes my head spin. Of course, I want my son to collect what he likes for the pure joy of it. That's what I did as a boy. But back then there was only one set of Topps to choose from. Are any of you currently collecting sports cards? Any advice? My son is really into football cards at the moment. Seems like a gambling mentality nowadays. Buy an expensive pack of cards and hope you hit the jackpot with a Reggie Bush signed rookie card. As I said, it feels like a very different world to me. I know it's supply and demand, but I have a hard time accepting that a 2006 Reggie Bush is worth more than a 1959 Willie Mays or what have you. As I said, any advice on great forums like this one, publications to check out, etc. would be greatly appreciated. Thanks!