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As the calendar shifts from the brisk winds of March to the budding warmth of April in 2024, the sports card collecting community is poised for an exciting array of new releases. From baseball to football and even high-end basketball collections, these upcoming weeks promise to deliver a diverse selection of cards to hobby shops, online retailers, and breakers, offering something for every type of collector.

On March 22, 2023, Bowman Inception Baseball makes its return, continuing its legacy from the previous year. This collection is celebrated for its vibrant designs and focus on young, rising stars in baseball, featuring a 100-card base set brimming with prospects. Each box offers collectors a glimpse into the future with a single seven-card pack, which includes two autographs, one parallel, and four base cards. Among these autographs, some are rare finds, making each box a thrilling hunt for collectors. Currently, these boxes are available online, with prices ranging between $175 and $200.

Simultaneously, the 2024 Topps Dynasty Baseball sets a high bar for luxury in sports card collecting. Each box, a treasure in itself, contains either a coveted on-card autograph relic card limited to 10 or fewer copies or a rare 1/1 cut signature card, with all relics directly sourced from game-used materials. This year's edition adds an international flair with World Baseball Classic themed cards and a special inclusion of Victor Wembanyama, making each box a sought-after item priced around $1,300.

Football enthusiasts aren't left out, with the release of 2023 Panini Zenith Football. Each Zenith box delivers a six-card pack, featuring a rich assortment of cards including one patch auto, an additional autograph, and a mix of base and rookie cards alongside two inserts. Notably, the rookie patch autographs come in a range of memorabilia pieces, numbered from 299 to 1, adding depth to the collection. Boxes are currently selling for between $315 and $325 online, with a First Off The Line version available for those seeking exclusive content.

The card calendar also heralds the arrival of 2024 Leaf Metal Hockey Legends and 2024 Topps Finest Road to UEFA Euro Soccer, broadening the scope of this sports card bonanza.

March 27 sees the introduction of 2023 Panini Elite Extra Edition Baseball, a staple for autograph hunters. Despite lacking league licensing, this product packs a punch with five packs per box, each containing five cards. Within these 25 cards, collectors can expect to find eight autographs and two memorabilia cards, on average, featuring 2023 MLB Draft picks and talents from the Dominican Prospect League, with boxes priced between $115 and $135 on eBay.

Not to be overlooked, 2024 Topps Big League Baseball returns as the season's most accessible product, appealing to kids and collectors alike with its eighteen-pack boxes. However, completing its 310-card set presents a fun challenge, with varying rarities of foil cards sprinkled throughout. Autographs are rare but present, ensuring each box, available for $57 to $65 online, offers a rewarding experience.

For those seeking a touch of elegance in their collection, 2024 Topps Tribute Baseball delivers with six packs per box, each containing three cards. This high-end product promises an even mix of three autographs and three relics, alongside a base card parallel, within its 18-card total. Unique to this series are the Calling the Shot Dual Autographs, featuring memorable play calls by announcers, making this collection a tribute to iconic moments in sports.

Finally, 2023 Panini Obsidian Football stands out with its distinctive shiny black aesthetic, arriving a month and a half post the 2023 NFL season's end. Each box unfolds with a seven-card pack, offering two autographs and two memorabilia cards, plus a selection of inserts and base card parallels, promising a visually stunning and rewarding collecting experience.