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In an exciting development for baseball memorabilia collectors, Fanatics/Topps has announceda new twist on traditional baseball cards. The company revealed that several players are now using bats featuring small images of their flagship baseball cards embedded in the bat knobs. This novel integration of card imagery into the equipment adds a layer of personalization and significance to the bats used in games.

Once these bats have seen action in the games, an intriguing transformation occurs: the knobs, adorned with the card images, are removed from the bats. These knobs are then incorporated into unique 1/1 autograph cards. These specialty cards are slated to be included in packs from late-year releases, adding a rare and sought-after element to Fanatics/Topps' offerings.

Bat knob cards are not new to the world of sports collectibles, having been featured in various products for years. However, this marks the first occasion that bats have been specifically crafted with the incorporation of baseball card images for the purpose of creating card collectibles. This innovative approach not only enriches the collecting experience but also deepens the connection between players and their fans, as these pieces of memorabilia directly link game-used equipment with player-specific cards.