Published May 12, 2025 | By Alyx E, Founder of Collectors MD

When we decided to publish CMD's "Proposal for Regulating Sports Card & TCG Breaking Activities," it wasn’t just to add our voice to the noise. It was because we’ve seen firsthand how the hobby can become a financial and emotional trap for so many. We’ve watched collectors chase that next big hit, lose control, and struggle with the fallout. And we've experienced it ourselves. We’ve also seen how some sellers take advantage of that desperation, exploiting customers who are just trying to find joy in collecting.

This proposal is our attempt to push for real change. It’s not perfect. It’s not an official law. But it’s a start—an open invitation for industry stakeholders to step up and take responsibility. To acknowledge that breaking isn’t just a game—it’s a business. And like any business, it should be held to a standard of fairness, transparency, and accountability.

I knew there would be pushback. There always is when you challenge the status quo. But we also knew that staying silent wasn’t an option. We’ve spent years in the sports card hobby, and we’ve watched too many collectors suffer from compulsive spending, manipulation, and a lack of support. That has to change.

This proposal is about setting a baseline—a foundation for responsible breaking practices. It’s about protecting collectors, especially the most vulnerable ones. It’s about encouraging platforms and breakers to lead with integrity, not just profit.

And it’s about proving that Collectors MD isn’t just a voice in the void. We’re here to create real, meaningful change. Even if this proposal doesn’t get picked up immediately, it’s a conversation starter. It’s a way to say, “We see the problem, and we won’t ignore it.”

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If you’re tired of watching collectors get exploited, stand with us. The hobby can be better. Let’s make it better.

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