Cards & Categories

In our twenty-first episode, Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer open by reviewing the latest moves that happened during the MLB Winter Meetings and their fantasy impacts. Then we discuss the release of 2023 Topps Inception plus other exciting card releases happening during this holiday season (53:05). We now have Cards & Categories swag for purchase, visit our shop here ! You can find us on twit...

In our twentieth episode, Mike Couillard is joined by Grey Albright! We open by examining Grey's obsession with Reggie Jackson in relation to baseball card collecting. Then we discuss the fantasy impact of the latest MLB transactions (34:35) and some cursory Hall of Fame discourse. We now have Cards & Categories swag for purchase, visit our shop here ! You can find us on twitter (X) at @cardsc...

In our nineteenth episode, Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer open by examining Jason Benetti joining the Tigers and analyzing the Reddit marble simulation. Then we discuss the release of 2023 Topps Chrome Update and the related Pro Debut patch cards (20:14). Lastly, we review the MLB Trade Rumors’ Top 25 trade candidates to pick six players that could be moved this offseason and how that affects th...

In our eighteenth episode, Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer open by discussing the Cubs hiring Craig Counsell while previewing the early offseason before briefly covering the release of Topps Archives. Then we analyze the MLB Trade Rumors' Top 10 free agents to evaluate the predicted landing spots while offering our best guesses and possible fantasy implications (29:22). You can find us on twitter...

In our seventeenth episode, Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer open by recapping the World Series to-date (recorded during Game 5) before theorizing how the offseason will unfold. Then we overview the release of 2023 Topps Holiday (22:00). Finally, we discuss six players in the Top 150 to avoid at current 2024 NFBC average draft prices (37:27). You can find us on twitter (X) at @cardscategories , @m...

In our sixteenth episode, Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer open by discussing the culmination of the championship series, making our Tacofractor picks, and diving into the new Topps Costco packs. Then we overview the release of 2023 Topps Tier One (34:53). Finally, we discuss our "Picks to Click" for the World Series and preview players that we think could boost their fantasy values on the Fall Cl...

In our fifteenth episode, we open by discussing the ALCS and NLCS, our love for Evan Carter, and the discovery of a triple superfractor from 2023 Bowman Chrome. Then we discuss the release of 2023 Topps Pro Debut and 2023 Topps Finest Flashbacks (28:40). Finally, we review some top performers from the Arizona Fall League (AFL) so far (50:54). You can find us on twitter (X) at @cardscategories , @m...

In our fourteenth episode, we open by discussing the latest happenings in the MLB playoffs as division series are starting to wrap up. Then we discuss the release of 2023 Topps Update along with a new series of problems plaguing Topps/Fanatics (21:50). Finally, we review some disappointing bats from Jeremy's preseason Top 100 Hitters to try and solve what went wrong (44:54). You can find us on twi...

In our thirteenth episode, we open by picking our MLB playoff brackets and talking about two recent card fiascos - duplicate Bowman Chrome Superfractors and Jackson Merrill's trashed Panini Immaculate cards. Then we discuss players we anticipate having hot playoff runs that will result in boosted values in fantasy/dynasty leagues and the card market (44:25). You can find us on twitter (X) at @card...

In our twelfth episode, we open with discussion on the tight playoff races and even more multiple superfractors surfacing. Then we review the release of 2023 Topps Update coming up on Oct. 11 (25:42). Finally, we close out by reviewing eight late season breakouts that have happened and will impact your 2024 draft (44:40). You can find us on twitter (X) at @cardscategories , @mcouill7 , and @jbrewe...

In our elventh episode, we open with discussion on Waino's 200th win, Ohtani hot takes, and multiple superfractors. Then we review the release of the most eccentric card set of the year, 2023 Topps Allen & Ginter (20:42). Finally, we close out with re-examining our preseason predictions and picks (43:38). You can find us on twitter (X) at @cardscategories , @mcouill7 , and @jbrewer17 . Email t...

In our tenth episode, we open with discussion on two pitchers in the news - Adam Wainwright and George Kirby. Then we review the details of a newest release, 2023 Bowman Chrome (26:26). Finally, we close out with discussing offseason trading strategies for dynasty and keeper leagues while finding some guys to target as trade chips (56:48). You can find us on twitter (X) at @cardscategories , @mcou...

In our ninth episode, we open with discussion on Shohei Ohtani ’s stand-in double at the Angels picture day, David Fry outpitching Lucas Giolito, and the hot playoff races. For the kick-off of the NFL season, we review a list of our favorite football-themed baseball cards and chat a bit about the release of 2023 Topps Chrome Sapphire (29:47). Finally, we close out with reviewing seven surprising T...

In our eighth episode, we open with discussion on Shohei Ohtani's injury and the Angels waiver wire bonanza along with the recent updates on the White Sox shooting and (once again) Julio being Julio. We then talk about three new Topps product releases - 2023 Pristine, 2023 Cosmic Chrome, and 2023 Chrome Logofractor Edition (29:30). Finally, we close out with reviewing six surprising Top 100 fantas...

In our seventh episode, we open with discussion on the White Sox front office shake up and Julio being Julio. We then have a mock fantasy draft for the first round of 2024 (15:01) followed by picking our personal favorite cards for each of our draft picks (1:08:01).You can find us on twitter (X) at @cardscategories , @mcouill7 , and @jbrewer17 . Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com. Links to...

In our sixth episode, we open with discussion on Luke Raley's unlikely homer in Oracle Park, Cedric Mullins' fantastic Sunday in Seattle, and whether we should start stashing other players for the NL MVP Topps Chrome buyback. We also rant on our frustrations with Bowman Chrome (26:24) through the lens of Topps' latest release strategies and cover the latest card release – 2023 Topps Archives Signa...

In our fifth episode, we open with discussion on the messes in the White Sox clubhouse and Orioles broadcast booth along with Julio Rodriguez's rise to stardom. We also cover the latest card release - 2022 Topps Chrome Platinum Anniversary. Then we talk about hitting prospects we expect to still debut this season and how their card market will shape up (30:24). You can find us on twitter (X) at @c...

Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer have launched a pod, Cards & Categories, to discuss baseball from card collecting and fantasy angles! In our fourth episode, we open with discussion on the trade deadline results. Then we talk about how to store prospect rookie cards and ride the market waves, especially in relation to the prospects traded this deadline (18:30). Lastly, we close out by analyzin...

In our third episode, we open with discussion on Felix Bautista's Cy Young chances, 2023 Topps Chrome tacofractors, and the Braves' triple play against the Red Sox. Then we talk about our favorite card show strategies in anticipation of this weekend's National (19:38). Lastly, we close out by analyzing players that could lose value due to the trade deadline (43:52). You can find us on twitter (X)...

In our second episode, we open with fawning over Shoehei Ohtani and comparing his bat flip to Max Kepler's bat kick. Then we overview Topps Chrome 2023 (13:47), slated to be released on July 26. Lastly, we close out by analyzing our favorite players in line for more production post-MLB trade deadline to pick up on the cheap now (34:53). You can find us on twitter at @cardscategories, @mcouill7, an...

Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer have launched a new pod, Cards & Categories, to discuss baseball from card collecting and fantasy angles! In this first episode, we cover our thoughts on the exciting 2023 All-Star Game from Seattle including the Home Run Derby and MLB Draft. Then we discuss our favorite baseball card sets of all-time and what design elements. Lastly, we close out by drafting o...