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Love of the Game Auctions

Love of the Game Auctions

By: Al Crisafulli
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Summary

 In a hobby often dominated by hype and hyperbole, Love of the Game Auctions Podcast offers a scholarly insider’s look at the history of sports memorabilia and the legends who made it significant. Hosted by Al Crisafulli, Founder and President of Love of the Game Auctions, this show goes beyond the auction block to explore the artifacts that define the game we love. Established in 2012 with the goal of being a trustworthy resource for avid hobbyists and novices alike to buy and sell quality material, Love of the Game Auctions is one of the most widely respected auction houses in the industry. We understand that while each collector has taken a different path in the hobby, every approach originates from the same place: a love of the game. During our episodes, we dig into the stories behind the items we’re lucky enough to handle alongside people keeping history alive. If you value the lore as much as the score, you’re in the right place. Let’s go!© 2026 Al Crisafulli Baseball & Softball World
Episodes
  • EP 3: Babe Ruth Ball + Guest Jason Schwartz

    EP 3: Babe Ruth Ball + Guest Jason Schwartz
    May 12 2026

    Al Crisafulli tells the story of a Babe Ruth ball personalized to Kenneth Caselnova, sharing its unique provenance and Ruth’s 1946 stay with the family. Baseball card expert and SABR co-chair Jason Schwartz joins to discuss his collecting journey, Hank Aaron cards, and how SABR could revive the Standard Catalog. From legendary artifacts to the evolving world of baseball card research, this episode uncovers the stories that make the hobby timeless.

    https://sabr.org/
    https://loveofthegameauctions.com/
    Produced by Brand Groupies - https://brandgroupies.com/
    Theme music by Doug Stoley: www.stoley.com

    Episode highlights:
    (0:54) Babe Ruth and the Caselnova family story
    (5:03) Jason Schwartz introduction
    (6:12) Jason’s start in collecting
    (11:18) Why Hank Aaron matters
    (18:12) Vintage card myths and 1949 Leaf
    (23:55) SABR Baseball Cards Research Committee
    (30:04) Preserving hobby knowledge
    (50:30) Jason’s dream card
    (53:52) The Steve Garvey card that changed everything
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    56 mins
  • EP 2: The Discovery of Billy Miller + Guest Rick Cerrone

    EP 2: The Discovery of Billy Miller + Guest Rick Cerrone
    Apr 16 2026

    Al Crisafulli uncovers the compelling history of a rare 1903 calendar out of Honesdale, Pennsylvania, an artifact that led to the discovery of local hero Billy Miller. Al then sits down with Rick Cerrone, the Editor-in-Chief of Baseball Digest and a veteran of the sports and media industries. Rick shares insights from his time leading public relations for the New York Yankees and working in magazine publishing, offering insider memories while reflecting on the lasting importance of storytelling in baseball.

    https://baseballdigest.com/
    https://loveofthegameauctions.com/
    Produced by Brand Groupies - https://brandgroupies.com/
    Theme music by Doug Stoley: http://www.stoley.com/

    (0:58) Billy Miller’s remarkable story begins
    (4:28) Miller’s military service with the Harlem Hellfighters
    (5:19) Rick Cerrone joins the show
    (8:55) Rick’s early path into sports media
    (19:54) Launching Baseball Quarterly
    (36:04) Becoming Yankees PR director
    (45:26) Behind-the-scenes Yankees stories
    (54:06) Rick’s vision for Baseball Digest
    (59:48) What made Rick fall in love with baseball
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    1 hr and 3 mins
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