It's the fourth day of May and, of course, that's got a Star Wars tie. (If you don't get it, you probably haven't seen the movies.)

As part of this holiday of sorts Topps has created the 2016 Topps Star Wars Tribute baseball set -- a series of prints and jumbo cards in the style of the memorable early Star Wars stickers made by the company way back in 1977.

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Topps' new program creating real baseball cards in real time documenting the highlights of the here and now have caught on with some collectors as this season has begun with some historic starts and impressive debuts for MLB rookies.

It's 2016 Topps Now and the cards are only available for a 24-hour window. After that, the population reports are released and the next day's cards are unveiled -- all in made-to-order, real-time fashion.

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What: 2016 Fanatics Authentic Under Wraps autographed baseballs
Arrives: April 15
Box basics: One signed baseball per box (12 boxes per case)

What's buzz-worthy: This MLB-approved product is a first for the growing show promotor with this first brand including some of the biggest names in the game as well as a mix of chase baseballs -- all signed -- and the potential for experiences including the chance to meet stars at shows.

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Los Angeles Dodgers rookie Kenta Maeda will be among the notable inclusions when 2016 Topps Tribute baseball cards arrive on July 13.

He was a star in Japan's Nippon Professional Baseball with a triple crown, two nods as the top pitcher in the league and five All-Star nods.

But he won't be the only rookie signing on for the brand.

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A series of auctions began Sunday via Major League Baseball will help fight cancer while offering the winning bidders the chances to make memories instead of merely adding memorabilia to their collections while helping a cause.

More than 80 listings launched by MLB Auctions will benefit Stand Up To Cancer as well as charities noted by individual teams. Several teams have a few listings noted as part of the program.

What will you get to do as a winner? Well ...

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Major League Baseball's emoji push began late this season and you can tap into that action with the MLB.com Clubhouse app on iTunes. It's loaded with emoji and gifs perfect for summing up your thoughts on the game without tying a single word.

But now you can take it a step further with the Emoji Collection T-shirts.

The aim? To make you .

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David Ortiz has been the face of the Boston Red Sox lately and he's the only player with the team for all three of its World Series wins in the last 11 years. He'll be retiring after the 2016 season and there's ultimately one question on the minds of many baseball fans (and probably a few collectors) out there.

Is he a Hall of Famer?

Tell us what you think with our poll below or by leaving a comment.

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Twelve Major League Baseball players have granted their likenesses to be used as part of a prepaid debit card program that lets diehard fans have yet another card of their favorite and lets them show it off every time they make a purchase.

So, in other words, your Big Papi VISA doesn't come with big-league cash -- unless you put it there.

David Ortiz is among the players partnered with the True Stars Fan Club, an MLBPA-approved venture that promises baseball-related rewards and benefits to those who sign up for the program.

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