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Baseball Card Connection in Effingham, IL

4.5 ★★★★★ 142 Google reviews

Buys collections Sports cardsPokémon

Baseball Card Connection sells trading cards at 313 W Jefferson Ave, Effingham, IL. It has a 4.5-star rating from 142 Google reviews. Customer reviews or the shop's own website show it carries sports cards and Pokémon.

Games carried

Each game is listed only when a customer review or the shop's own website mentions it.

  • “I stopped by the store to see if I could find some basketball cards of former NBA player, Chris Ford, to support a project my son was doing at school.” (Google review)

    Mentioned 14 times in reviews · Listed on the shop's website

  • “My son has been getting into Pokemon cards and not only do they have them, but they keep them in stock and are constantly turning over inventory.” (Google review)

    Mentioned 3 times in reviews

Sell your cards here?

Baseball Card Connection buys cards, per the shop's website.

Call before you bring a collection in. Ask what they are buying right now and whether they pay cash or store credit.

Where to sell trading cards

What collectors say

  • Graded & vintage

    “This store has something for everyone, older cards, new cards, unopened, sets, graded, ungraded, sports, non sports, memorabilia, team gifts.” (Google review)

    Mentioned 3 times in reviews

  • Box breaks

    Per the shop's website

From Google reviews

Absolutely awesome selection of cards, memorabilia, collectibles, and more! One of Effingham's best local businesses ran by some really awesome people!

★★★★★ Wayne, Nov 2023

On my second pilgrimage (3-hour round trip) to what can only be called the midwest mecca of sports memorabilia, I can definitely say I was not disappointed. Sometimes I go somewhere and get blown away during the the first trip, then follow-up visits just don't live up to the last.

★★★★★ Todd, Oct 2021

I can say with sincerity that The Baseball Card Connection is an absolute gem. This isn't just a store; it's a true haven for anyone who loves the hobby. From the moment you walk in, you're greeted with an incredible sight: thousands upon thousands of cards, meticulously organized.

★★★★★ Kevin, Aug 2025

I was very excited to check this shop out, there are very few shops in the southern Illinois area and this one had good reviews. It might be the cleanest shop that I have ever been in, and there is tons of wax options to choose from. I, myself am a vintage set builder and I was disappointed by the pricing.

★★★★☆ Benjamin, May 2026

Excerpts from public Google reviews. Read all 142 on Google →

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