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| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | Closed |
| Thursday | 9 AM to 6 PM |
| Friday | 9 AM to 6 PM |
| Saturday | 9 AM to 6 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
About The Sports Connection
The Sports Connection is a card shop located in Cockeysville, Maryland. The Sports Connection is a sports shop in the Ashland Marketplace Shopping Center in Cockeysville that sells trading cards next to Ravens and Orioles jerseys and T-shirts, autographed artwork and helmets, hats and other fan gear. It pitches itself as a place for man-cave and game-day items as well as cards. Google reviewers most often mention its inventory. The Sports Connection is highly rated by the local collector community, earning 4.8 stars from 9 verified Google reviews. Whether you're searching for sealed hobby and TCG boxes, autograph and patch cards, rare inserts and parallels, local card shops like The Sports Connection in Cockeysville are the heart of the Maryland hobby community. Visit The Sports Connection online or stop by in person to browse current inventory and ask about special orders.
The Sports Connection at a glance
- Open 3 days a week · Open Saturdays (9 AM to 6 PM) · Closed Sundays.
- The nearest other card shop is Robbie's First Base in Lutherville, 4.5 mi away.
- Carries: Sports cards.
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The Sports Connection reviews
Is The Sports Connection well reviewed?
The Sports Connection has a 4.8-star average from 9 Google reviews. With fewer than 10 reviews, the rating can still move a lot. Read the reviews on Google Maps →
Frequently asked questions about The Sports Connection
Where is The Sports Connection located?
The Sports Connection is located in Cockeysville, Maryland at 11121 York Rd, Cockeysville, MD 21030.
What should I expect at The Sports Connection?
The Sports Connection is a local card shop in Cockeysville, Maryland. Expect a rotating inventory of singles, sealed wax, and graded cards, plus the kind of knowledgeable, personal service the hobby community relies on.
When is The Sports Connection open?
The Sports Connection's listed hours are: Monday Closed; Tuesday Closed; Wednesday Closed; Thursday 9 AM to 6 PM; Friday 9 AM to 6 PM; Saturday 9 AM to 6 PM; Sunday Closed. Hours can change around holidays, so call ahead if you're making a special trip.
What other card shops are near The Sports Connection?
The closest are Robbie's First Base in Lutherville (4.5 mi), Kenz Poke Ripz in Towson (6.5 mi), Sewall Sports Cards in Towson (6.6 mi).
Card Shops near The Sports Connection
The closest other card shops to The Sports Connection, by distance:
Robbie's First Base
Kenz Poke Ripz
Sewall Sports Cards
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