2022 Topps Series 1 Max Kepler #317
Max Kepler · Topps · Base
Player
Max Kepler
Set
2022 Topps Series 1
Year
2022
Card #
317
Condition Grade
PSA 8 (NM-MT). Visible centering issues with a heavy lean toward the right and bottom borders. Light corner wear visible on the bottom right.
Category
Base
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Low
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.10 - $0.50
Graded Value
PSA 8: $10-15; PSA 9: $15-20; PSA 10: $30-40 (Note: Grading cost exceeds card value)
Comparable Sales
Recent eBay sales show base cards from this set typically sell for under $1.00 or are found in bargain bins for $0.10-$0.25 at local card shops. High-volume sellers often include these in 3-for-$5 or 10-for-$5 deals.
Description
This is the 2022 Topps Series 1 base card for Minnesota Twins outfielder Max Kepler. The card features an action shot of Kepler in a red Twins jersey celebrating, encased in the signature white-border 2022 design with a blue nameplate and team logo at the bottom.
Key Features
Features veteran Minnesota Twins outfielder Max Kepler in the iconic 2022 Topps flagship design. Kepler is a key contributor to the Twins franchise and a fan favorite.
Authenticity Indicators
Authenticity confidence: High. The card shows correct gloss, stock thickness, and high-quality photo printing characteristic of modern Topps flagship products. This card is not targeted by counterfeiters.
Flaws to Note
Significant centering issues: the card is shifted right and down, resulting in uneven borders. This is a common mass-production flaw in 2022 Series 1. Potential slight surface scratching from being in a stack without protection.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
Best suited for bulk lots on eBay, COMC (Check Out My Cards), or as part of a Minnesota Twins team set sold on Facebook Marketplace or local card shows.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card, as the cost of grading significantly exceeds the market value. It is best sold as 'filler' for a complete set or bundled with other Twins players. If listing individually, use '2022 Topps Max Kepler #317' but expect it to move slowly unless sold in a lot.