Man the NY Mets are now public enemy #1 these days.
During last nights Mets vs La Dodgers game Alex Cora hit a line drive into the face of Erin Andrews.
Luckily for Andrews, the Mets PR department and Andrews fans, Erin only has a bruise after being rushed the hospital.
Softball is a team sport, as is baseball and the rules of both sports are substantially similar, which makes sense as the first is the descendant of the second. Probably the most obvious difference between the two sports is the difference in the size of the ball. While in baseball the size of the ball is relatively small, in softball the ball is notably larger which makes it easier to hit. Some of the essential equipment needed for softball are gloves, slow pitch softball bats, fast pitch softball bats, hats, jerseys, batting gloves, helmets, and of course a ball! Here we have today’s top-five researched pieces of softball equipment, so check them out and find great deals on all of these products at GetItNext!
1. Bats made by Louisville Slugger, Easton, Nike, Worth, Demarini, and Miken.
2. Gloves made by Mizuno, Rawlings, and Nokona
3. Cleats made by Nike, Adidas, Under Armour, Mizuno, and Reebok
4. Helmets by Rawlings, Wilson, and Worth
5. Balls by Baden, Jugs
Today's GetItNext Seller of the Day is JMoak's Autographs. This eBay power seller specializes in autographs and signed memorabilia of top minor league baseball prospects. They offer thousands of baseball cards, photos and other autographed items for tomorrow's future stars. If there is a minor league ball player that you're following and you want to load up on their collectibles before they get popular, this is the seller for you.
Have you come across any exceptional eBay sellers and want us to consider them for our seller of the Day? Or if you're so inclined you can nominate yourself, after all times are tough and everyone can use a little free promotion. In order to nominate a seller/store drop us an email about your nomination and a quick blurb on why they are an exceptional eBay seller. Email us at selleroftheday AT getitnext DOT com.
Bernice Gallego, a 72 year old antiques seller almost sold a rare 1869 baseball card of the Cincinnati Red Stockings on eBay with a price of $10.
Luckily she realized something might be special about the card when she started getting lots of inquiries and someone wanting to end the auction and buy it immediately. So she decided to call a friend and he suggested to end the auction before she received any bids.
Lucky for Bernice she did, the card is extremely rare and should fetch 6 figures at auction. She plans to repost the card on eBay in the future, with a bit more fanfare and perhaps a reserve. To check out the full story and history of the card, here's a link to the wonderful article by the good folks at the Fresnobee.
Opening day tickets at the new Yankee stadium are already listed on eBay. There are over 70 listings for the most sought after game of the upcoming 2009 MLB season. If you're interested in attending now might be the best time to bid as demand may be a bit lower now. As we move into the spring demand will only increase as the new stadium is hyped more and more and the weather gets warmer.
Right now there are a couple pairs listed for Buy It Now's for $399, which isn't bad for NY ticket prices. Here is a link to check out the auctions currently listed on eBay: NY Yankees Opening Day Tickets.
Today's GetItNext Seller of the Day is Unusual Collector. Like their name implies this seller has a ton of different items ranging from: Baseball cards, to Collector plates to Breweriana, to Comics, to Paintings. Not sure what you're looking for? Well check out all the product listings this unique eBay seller has to offer. Bid confidently as this seller has been apart of the eBay community since 2000, has over 3700 positives and a 99.9% feedback rating.
Have you come across any exceptional eBay sellers and want us to consider them for our seller of the Day? Or if you're so inclined you can nominate yourself, after all times are tough and everyone can use a little free promotion. In order to nominate a seller/store drop us an email about your nomination and a quick blurb on why they are an exceptional eBay seller. Email us at selleroftheday AT getitnext DOT com.
I just did a quick search of eBay via GetItNext to check and see what the final home game tickets at Yankee Stadium are selling for. Currently the range for the last NY Yankees home game via a Buy It Now is $384 for a ticket all the way up to $8000 for a pair for the 9/21 home game. A bit too rich for my blood and I also have no desire to go.
I've been to the House that Ruth built 100's of times and said my goodbyes earlier in the season. My fondest memory is sitting in the left field bleachers watching them win the series against the Atlanta Braves in 1996.
If you wish to follow ticket prices via traditional auctions check out this link to NY Yankees last home game auctions.
The Top 10 Sporting Goods Items
Spring is in the air and everyone's stocking up on their favorite sports gear. It's time to start thinking about getting outdoors and enjoying all of the activities that you have been unable to do all winter. We've gathered a list of the top 10 sports gear that people are buying. Whether you are into cycling, mountain biking, golf, baseball, surfing or even football gear, now is the time to hunt for some incredible bargains.
Road Bikes and Mountain Bikes are incredibly popular this spring with a variety of models to choose from at all price ranges. Cycling is great exercise for the entire family and a super way to spend time together.
Road Bikes
If you're like me, you may think that Road Bikes are just like the old 10-Speed that you may have rode back in high school. Let me tell you, today's bikes bare little resemblance to those dinosaurs. Today's road bikes are a blend of advanced technology and design. Check out these road bike deals now.
Mountain Bikes
This spring it was finally time to upgrade my mountain bike. My old bike served me well for a number of years. However, it was build like a tank and weighed a lot. So, I decided to see what advances had been made in the past 10 years. I was pleasantly surprised to see a host of advancements from suspensions to better brakes to a comfortable seat (now that's a nice change). Check out the Mountain Bikes deals for yourself.
Camping & Hiking
Tents
It's finally time to get back outside and plan your trip into the great outdoors. It's probably a good time to think about ditching that torn and leaky tent that you put up with last year too. Check out the great deals on some awesome Tents.
Generators
There's nothing like spending a night under the stars after a long day of enjoying the outdoors. Of course, this implies that you are not freezing your butt off or listening to people moan about the fact their cell phone battery is dying. Way not enjoy the best of both worlds camping with some creature comforts built in. Yeah, it's cheating but it keeps the whole camping party happy! Check out the deals on Generators
I was able to start the golf season early this year with a trip Las Vegas. It sure was nice to swing the clubs. Golf continues to rise in popularity all over the world. People young and old are playing the game that everyone loves to hate. After all what other game to play against yourself? Get yourself ready for a great season on the links.
Golf Shoes
Let's face it. Golf is challenging enough, you don't need the added burden of uncomfortable shoes ruining your day. Your slice into the water on 3 and 7 already did that. I bought a pair of Footjoy golf shoes last year and they are as comfortable and supportive as a good pair of cross trainers. They may not have improved my golf game but my feet are a lot my comfortable. Check out the deals on Golf Shoes
Golf Swing Trainers
If you want to get better at golf, let's face it you have to practice. There's just no better way to shave strokes off of your game. That's led to a huge increase in the popularity of Golf Swing Trainers. The good news is there aren't the gimmicky gadgets that you may remember from late night TV. Today's swing trainers actually have some science behind them. Check out the deals Golf Swing Trainers
Vintage Golf Clubs & Shafts
For purists there is nothing better have a straight bladed iron. Forget perimeter weighting and cavity backs, give me a nice angled piece of steel to strike a golf ball with. The truth is people are as likely to collect vintage golf club and shafts as use them. Indulge your duel passions of golf and collecting and find deal on a Vintage Golf Club and Shaft today
Pitching Machines
Baseball season is here in earnest from Little League to the Majors. Given the number of people in love with America's game it's not surprise that the passion and devotion of people continue to increase - especially when it comes to training. Pitching machines are all the rage this year. Check out these Pitching Machine deals
Batting Cages & Netting
Batting cages and netting now come in all shapes and sizes. If you picked up a pitching machine like thousands of other people have this season this is a perfect compliment. Check out these Batting Cage deals
Football Equipment
The pre-season hasn't yet begun but now is the time to buy your football equipment for the season. Beat the rush later this year and check out these Football equipment deals now.
Surf Boards
What's cooler than paddling with the ocean and grabbing an oncoming wave and riding it on into the shore? If you're a surfer - nothing! Winter is finally over and the temperatures are heating up. Check out the deals on Surf Board now
With the new Yankees Stadium less than a year away prices are now posted for premium seats. With the country in a recession and the New York Yankees not winning a World Series
in 8 seasons the Yankees feel compelled to charge the most outrageous prices in all
of baseball. Here's a sample of the prices for the new ballpark:
Legends suite seats: 25 of the closest sections from home plate down each baseline consist of 1800 seats at $500 a pop. $500 a seat against the Devil Rays or Royals in April, sounds like a grand ole time.
Main Level outdoor suite: the 9 sections of the main level behind home plate, these will run 1200 fans a mere $350 a seat per game.
Terrace Level outdoor suite: the 9 sections of the Terrace level behind home plate, these will cost lucky fans only $100 a seat. These are basically upper deck seats with a fancy name and a large price tag.
If you just won the lottery, are a Wall Street tycoon or have time on your hands like client #9 here's a link to check out the full amenities and what it will cost next year Yankees premium seating.
For more reasonable prices on seats this year check out Yankees tickets.
On the last day of the regular season, the Yankees can once again celebrate the fact that they will be playing baseball in October.
For the 13th straight year, the Yankees will take to the field in a quest to capture the World Series.
While the Yankees go into the MLB Playoffs as one of the clear favorites, this was far from the case just a few short months ago. At the end of May, the
team was a lousy 8 games below .500 in second last place in the AL East. But then, on came A-Rod!
In 158 games with the team this year, the Yankee third baseman had 183 hits, hit 54 home runs, drove in an incredible 156 runs, and batted an impressive .314. He single handedly took the Yankees on his back, and into October. So after a career season like this one - and with plenty of years still ahead of him - this may be an opportune time to buy Alex Rodriguez cards. More specifically, A-Rod's rookie card is still a steal on eBay but one would expect that to start climbing significantly as A-Rod gets further into his career. This may be a great time to get your hands on one of these cards - especially if A-Rod takes the Yanks all the way to the fall classic!
Eric
getitnext.com
