Hours
| Mon | 11:00–18:00 |
|---|---|
| Tue | 11:00–18:00 |
| Wed | 11:00–18:00 |
| Thu | 11:00–18:00 |
| Fri | 11:00–18:00 |
| Sat | 11:00–18:00 |
| Sun | 12:00–17:00 |
Contact
Phone: (617) 965-5519
Website: https://www.sportscard-stores.com/store/317/newton/baseball-etc ↗
What to expect at Baseball Etc
Baseball Etc has a 3.8★ rating across 72 reviews, which indicates a mixed player experience worth calling ahead to confirm inventory, event schedules, and hours before you travel.
The shop focuses primarily on Pokémon Trading Card Game, which translates into deeper inventory per-set, stronger event support, and a community of dedicated players rather than a diluted multi-game crowd.
Games at this shop
Below are the trading card games we've identified as supported at this shop, each with context about how that game plays and what to look for when you visit.
Pokémon Trading Card Game (Pokémon TCG)
Pokémon Trading Card Game, launched in 1996 by The Pokémon Company, is the most widely-recognized TCG brand on Earth. Local game stores host weekly Pokémon League play — casual games with play-for-fun prizes and a Junior-division-friendly atmosphere. Prerelease tournaments arrive a week before every new expansion. The competitive circuit runs League Challenges, League Cups, Regional Championships, and culminates in the Pokémon World Championships each summer.
Pokémon League at Baseball Etc runs weekly — a two-hour window to play a few games, meet other trainers, and pick up promo cards and League prizes.
Pokémon plays faster than Magic — games typically finish in 10-20 minutes, making it the friendliest entry point for kids and casual players.
Event support here: weekly Pokémon League sessions.
What to look for in this shop if you play Pokémon TCG:
- Pokémon League earns you free promo cards just for showing up — always worth the visit.
- Singles prices vary wildly between stores; compare before buying staples.
- If you have kids, ask about Junior-division separate tables during prereleases.
Local context
With 72 public reviews, Baseball Etc is the kind of shop that survives on its locals. Expect fewer strangers, more first-name staff interactions, and a slower pace than tournament-heavy venues.
Baseball Etc occupies a storefront at 380 Watertown St. Street-level independent shops like this often develop tighter community relationships than chain-plaza counterparts — a signal to look for if you want an LGS that knows its players.
The shop maintains evening hours — advantageous for after-work players wanting to run 8pm Commander pods or late Friday Night Magic events without rushing from the office.
Focused coverage on Pokémon TCG suggests Baseball Etc has chosen depth over breadth. Specialist shops often stock harder-to-find singles for their chosen games and support competitive-level events rather than casual-only leagues.
First visit tip: call ahead to verify current inventory and event schedule — online listings can lag shop reality. A thirty-second phone conversation saves the trip if the shop isn't currently running what you need.
Frequently asked questions
Current hours are: Monday: 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM; Tuesday: 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM; Wednesday: 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM; Thursday: 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM; Friday: 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM; Saturday: 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM; Sunday: 12:00 – 5:00 PM. Hours may change on holidays or around major TCG release weekends. We recommend calling ahead for same-day visits.
You can reach the shop by phone at (617) 965-5519. For questions about event schedules, inventory availability, or grading services, a quick call usually gets the most accurate answer.
Yes — their website is https://www.sportscard-stores.com/store/317/newton/baseball-etc. Most shop websites publish an event calendar, singles inventory search, and buylist rates. Check their site before visiting to confirm details.
Yes — Pokémon Trading Card Game is one of the TCGs supported at this shop. You can expect sealed product (booster boxes, elite trainer boxes, starter decks), singles for deck-building, and typically event nights dedicated to Pokémon TCG. Call ahead to confirm current inventory.
Most LGS stores operate a buylist — you bring your collection in, staff appraises the cards, and you leave with cash or store credit. Store credit typically pays 20-40% above the cash rate. Contact Baseball Etc ahead of time for a bulk-collection appointment.
PSA and CGC both allow bulk-submission partnerships with retail shops. If Baseball Etc participates, you can skip the mail-in paperwork entirely — drop cards off, pay the fee, and pick up graded slabs 6-12 weeks later.
Most card shops dedicate 40-60% of floor space to play tables. Baseball Etc likely follows this pattern. Call ahead if you're planning a multi-person event — large groups sometimes need advance reservations.
Card shops are generally welcoming to players of all ages. Pokémon League sessions specifically target younger players, and prerelease weekends often include Junior-division brackets.
Check the shop's location on the map above for parking context. Newton tends to offer free lot parking in outer neighborhoods and metered/paid parking closer to the center.
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Data about this shop is aggregated from public sources (Google Places, Wizards Play Network, Pokémon Play!, and our own verification). Hours, inventory, and event schedules can change; we recommend calling ahead before traveling. Shop owners: claim this listing to update information.