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Hobby News · Apr 20, 2026

2026 Panini Prizm Basketball Drop Guide

Panini Prizm Basketball is the most important modern basketball card product in the hobby. This guide covers the 2026 release, box configurations, rookie class, and which cards to …

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Hobby News · Apr 20, 2026

2026 Topps Baseball Release Schedule (Complete Guide)

2026 Topps baseball continues aggressive product expansion. This guide tracks flagship Series 1/2/Update, Chrome, Bowman Chrome, Heritage, and every major Topps baseball release of…

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Hobby News · Apr 20, 2026

2026 Pokémon TCG Release Calendar (Updated Throughout the Year)

The complete 2026 Pokémon TCG release schedule — main sets, special releases, prereleases, and what collectors should prioritize. Bookmark and return for updates as new sets are…

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Hobby News · Apr 7, 2026

Pokemon TCG April 2026 Releases: Ascended Heroes Booster Bundle and Mega Ex Boxes

April is a lighter month for Pokemon TCG with just two releases on April 24: the Ascended Heroes Booster Bundle and Mega Meganium ex, Emboar ex, and Feraligatr ex boxes.

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Hobby News · Apr 7, 2026

MTG Secrets of Strixhaven: Prerelease Dates, Mystical Archive, and What to Expect

Magic: The Gathering returns to Strixhaven University on April 24. Prerelease events start April 17, and the beloved Mystical Archive bonus sheet is confirmed to return.

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Hobby News · Apr 7, 2026

Pokemon TCG Standard Rotation April 2026: What Is Leaving and What Comes Next

The April 10 rotation removes G regulation mark cards from Standard, including Gardevoir ex and Iono. Mega Lucario ex with 340 HP is poised to dominate the new meta.

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Hobby News · Apr 7, 2026

Topps Returns as NFL Exclusive Trading Card Partner: Everything Collectors Need to Know

Fanatics-owned Topps is back in the NFL trading card game for the first time since 2016. The 2025 Topps Chrome Football set drops April 15 with one-of-one rookie patch autos and br…

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Hobby News · Apr 4, 2026

Pokemon TCG April 2026 Releases: Ascended Heroes Booster Bundle and Mega Ex Boxes

April is a lighter month for Pokemon TCG with just two releases on April 24: the Ascended Heroes Booster Bundle and Mega Meganium ex, Emboar ex, and Feraligatr ex boxes.

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Hobby News · Apr 4, 2026

MTG Secrets of Strixhaven: Prerelease Dates, Mystical Archive, and What to Expect

Magic: The Gathering returns to Strixhaven University on April 24. Prerelease events start April 17, and the beloved Mystical Archive bonus sheet is confirmed to return.

Read More →
Hobby News · Apr 4, 2026

Pokemon TCG Standard Rotation April 2026: What Is Leaving and What Comes Next

The April 10 rotation removes G regulation mark cards from Standard, including Gardevoir ex and Iono. Mega Lucario ex with 340 HP is poised to dominate the new meta.

Read More →
Hobby News · Apr 4, 2026

Topps Returns as NFL Exclusive Trading Card Partner: Everything Collectors Need to Know

Fanatics-owned Topps is back in the NFL trading card game for the first time since 2016. The 2025 Topps Chrome Football set drops April 15 with one-of-one rookie patch autos and br…

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Hobby News · Apr 3, 2026

Secrets of Strixhaven Launches April 24 with Returning Mystical Archive

Magic: The Gathering returns to Strixhaven University on April 24 with the Secrets of Strixhaven set. The fan-favorite Mystical Archive bonus sheet is confirmed to return.

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