The monopoly has officially begun. With Fanatics now holding the licenses for MLB, NBA, and NFL, the hobby has entered uncharted territory—one where the same company that makes the cards also sells them, markets them, and controls the experience.

But when the line between manufacturer, marketplace, and casino starts to blur, who’s protecting the collector?

This episode breaks down how Fanatics’ rise has reshaped the hobby—from casino-style promotions on Fanatics Live to the loss of creative competition—and what it means for collectors moving forward.

At Collectors MD, we aren't anti-hobby—we're pro-accountability.

Because if Fanatics is going to control the future of collecting, they also need to protect it.

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