Everything You Need to Know About Sports Card Repacks

For those who participate in live sports card auctions or enjoy the thrill of live sports card breaks, repacks offer an exciting alternative to traditional ripping. Unfamiliar with the repack concept? Here’s a breakdown of what repacks are, why they can be such a great option for collectors, and a look at some of the best repacks on Fanatics Live.

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What are sports card repacks?

Sports card repacks are custom-made packs that contain cards that have already been ripped from factory-sealed packs and sets. Unlike packs from major manufacturers, repacks see Live shops, such as Filthbomb Breaks and LilPullman, curate the contents of packs by obtaining a range of cards and then repackaging them.

Repacks can come in several formats. Sometimes they will include a wider mix of cards from different sets, years, and even sports. Other times they will have clearer themes, such as modern basketball or vintage baseball. There are even sports memorabilia repacks. The cards included in repacks can range from high-quality base cards to premium rookie cards, inserts, autographs, and memorabilia cards. Most of the repacks on Fanatics Live feature cards that have already been graded and authenticated.

Similar to typical sports and TCG card breaks, the appeal of repacks lies in the element of mystery and the potential to hit a high-value, rare card.

Why sports card repacks are a good idea

There are several benefits to buying into repack breaks on Fanatics Live, including:

More opportunities to hit great cards. Much like factory-sealed products, repack products will have huge chase cards to hit. But that’s just the start. Sometimes repacks will be full of only quality, highly graded cards. While these online repack breaks might be more expensive to buy into, collectors will be more likely to get a great card or cards from their spot. Most breakers advertise the “chase cards” included in their repacks, giving you an idea of just how massive your hit could be.

Cost-effective entry point. While that LeBron James rookie or Shohei Ohtani Refractor you have your eye on might be expensive to buy on its own, the right repack that includes such a card might give you a more affordable chance at adding it to your collection. Repacks can also provide exposure to various brands, years, sports, and players without having to buy an assortment of different boxes.

Curated themes and exclusivity. As mentioned, some breakers create repack products tailored toward specific themes, such as superstar players, rookies, or vintage cards. Instead of hoping to hit them amongst factory-sealed packs, you’ll know the entire repack product is made up of a certain type of card or piece of memorabilia.

The thrill of sports card breaks. Participating in live sports card auctions and breaks is already thrilling, but repacks can take the experience up a notch. You have a general idea of the types of cards or memorabilia in the repack, but you still get the thrill of seeing what year and set cards comes from. Watching as the repacked cards are revealed adds another level of exciting unpredictability.

Community building. Breaking sessions often function as live community events, and repack shows are no different. From the shared anticipation and excitement of a hit to sharing tips and stories in the chat, repacks foster a sense of community amongst collectors.

How to find the best sports card repacks

Fanatics Live offers sports card repack products from some of the best breakers in the industry. Search for repack streams on Fanatics Live to find a show.

Here are some examples of the best live sports card repacks to hit Fanatics Live:

LilPullman - The Vault

These high-end NBA and NFL repacks from LilPullman have three tiers: Gold, Platinum, and Diamond. With entry points for various budgets, it's easy to hop on the highway to high-end hits.

Filthbomb Breaks - Heaters

A dream for those who love live baseball card breaks, Filthbomb's Heaters repacks offer up all hardball hits, all the time.

WeTheHobby - Pantheon

WeTheHobby is one of the best shops for live sports card breaks. So it's unsurprising their ultra high-end, sport-specific Pantheon product is one of the best sports repacks around. Look out for the unicorn hit!

The Hobby House - Icons

Another great high-end NBA and NFL repack, Icons from The Hobby House delivers what it says – a chance to land big-time hits of stars from the hardwood and gridiron.

Swish Breaks - Bada Bangz

This multi-sport offering from Swish Breaks presents a range of levels and price points that makes it easier for collectors of all experience levels and budgets to join.

Repacks offer collectors a mix of surprise, potential value, and excitement. For those who love live sports card auctions or sports card breaks, repacks are an exceptional way to explore different eras, teams, and manufacturers without committing to full boxes.

Check out Fanatics Live's range of sports card repacks today.