The Diamondbacks Collection
50 of the Greatest Cards in Sports Collecting History
by Tom and Ellen Zappala
with John Molori
Foreward and Contributions by Joe Orlando


A Treasure That All Sports Fans and Collectors Will Enjoy
The Diamondbacks Collection: 50 of the Greatest Cards in Sports Collecting History details the story behind the most iconic cardboard gems ever assembled in any private collection. Ken Kendrick, managing general partner of the Arizona Diamondbacks, has compiled an amazing array of sports cards that is unsurpassed. From the famous 1909–1911 PSA 8 T206 Honus Wagner, to the 1948 Leaf PSA 9 Jackie Robinson, to the 1948 Bowman PSA 8 George Mikan rookie card, this prestigious collection consists of 50 of the highest-graded and most sought-after cards in the hobby.

Order now for pre-publication discount.
Scheduled release date: August 1, 2022.
A Treasure That All Sports Fans and Collectors Will Enjoy
The Diamondbacks Collection: 50 of the Greatest Cards in Sports Collecting History details the story behind the most iconic cardboard gems ever assembled in any private collection. Ken Kendrick, managing general partner of the Arizona Diamondbacks, has compiled an amazing array of sports cards that is unsurpassed. From the famous 1909–1911 PSA 8 T206 Honus Wagner, to the 1948 Leaf PSA 9 Jackie Robinson, to the 1948 Bowman PSA 8 George Mikan rookie card, this prestigious collection consists of 50 of the highest-graded and most sought-after cards in the hobby.

Order now for pre-publication discount.
Scheduled release date: August 1, 2022.
A Peek Inside The Book
In addition, longtime collector and hobby expert Joe Orlando discusses the nuances and intricacies of every card in the collection and the set to which it belongs and analyzes why Kendrick’s collection is the most important in the hobby. Orlando also takes a look at how the sports card collecting hobby has evolved over the years, from the explosive growth of the 1980s through to the hobby’s recent dramatic growth.
The Diamondbacks Collection: 50 of the Greatest Cards in Sports Collecting History is an enjoyable and fascinating read which will appeal to both sports fans and collectors. These pieces of cardboard art are the best of the best.
A Peek Inside The Book
In addition, longtime collector and hobby expert Joe Orlando discusses the nuances and intricacies of every card in the collection and the set to which it belongs and analyzes why Kendrick’s collection is the most important in the hobby. Orlando also takes a look at how the sports card collecting hobby has evolved over the years, from the explosive growth of the 1980s through to the hobby’s recent dramatic growth.
The Diamondbacks Collection: 50 of the Greatest Cards in Sports Collecting History is an enjoyable and fascinating read which will appeal to both sports fans and collectors. These pieces of cardboard art are the best of the best.

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50 of the Greatest Cards in Sports Collecting History
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