2024 Topps Series 2 Shohei Ohtani Heavy Lumber Wood Grain Insert #HL-24
Shohei Ohtani · Topps (Fanatics) · Short Print Insert / Case Hit
Player
Shohei Ohtani
Set
2024 Topps Series 2 Heavy Lumber
Year
2024
Card #
#HL-24
Condition Grade
PSA 9 (Mint) Estimate. Centering appears slightly heavy on the right/bottom based on the photo angle, but edges and corners look sharp through the top loader.
Category
Short Print Insert / Case Hit
Manufacturer
Topps (Fanatics)
Demand Level
Hot. Ohtani's first-year Dodgers cards are the primary driver of the 2024 market, and Heavy Lumber is one of the most popular 'super short print' insert sets recently.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$150.00 - $225.00
Graded Value
PSA 8: $130-160, PSA 9: $200-250, PSA 10: $450-600
Comparable Sales
Recent raw sales for this specific Ohtani #HL-24 have fluctuated between $160 and $210. PSA 10 specimens have recently cleared the $500 mark.
Description
This is a 2024 Topps Series 2 Heavy Lumber insert featuring Shohei Ohtani in his Los Angeles Dodgers road uniform. The card features a distinct wood-grain texture and artistic 'painted' aesthetic, capturing Ohtani in a powerful follow-through after a swing. This is a highly sought-after 'Case Hit,' meaning it is found on average only once per case of 12 hobby boxes.
Key Features
First year Dodgers card; Heavy Lumber Case Hit status; Shohei Ohtani global superstar demand; Unique wood-grain textured card stock.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence. The specific texture of the Heavy Lumber wood stock is difficult to replicate. The Topps logo in the upper left and Dodgers branding align with 2024 Series 2 production standards.
Flaws to Note
Possible minor centering issues (bottom border looks slightly thicker than top). Wood-stock cards are prone to minor edge chipping and 'fuzzy' corners due to the material density.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay is the best platform for maximum visibility to international (especially Japanese) buyers. High-end auction houses like PWCC or Goldin are options if graded PSA 10.
Selling Tips
Do not remove from the protective holder frequently as the wood stock is fragile. Mention 'DODGERS' and 'CASE HIT' in the title. If the surface is clean, this is a strong candidate for PSA grading to maximize the premium for Ohtani collectors.