2022 Topps Chrome Spencer Torkelson SP Image Variation Rookie #150
Spencer Torkelson · Topps (under license from MLB) · Short Print (SP), Image Variation, Rookie Card (RC)
Player
Spencer Torkelson
Set
2022 Topps Chrome Baseball
Year
2022
Card #
#150
Condition Grade
PSA 9 (Mint) Estimate; centering is approximately 55/45 left-to-right, corners and edges appear sharp, but typical chrome surface dimples/scratches are common with this stock.
Category
Short Print (SP), Image Variation, Rookie Card (RC)
Manufacturer
Topps (under license from MLB)
Demand Level
Moderate; demand for Torkelson has cooled slightly desde his debut, but SP variations maintain a floor due to their scarcity relative to base cards.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$15.00 - $25.00
Graded Value
PSA 8: $15-20, PSA 9: $30-45, PSA 10: $85-110
Comparable Sales
Recent raw sales range from $18 to $28. PSA 10 examples have recently sold in the $90-$115 range, while PSA 9s stay closer to the $40 mark.
Description
This is a 2022 Topps Chrome Spencer Torkelson Short Print (SP) Image Variation rookie card. Unlike the standard base card which features a swing shot, this variation shows Torkelson tracking a ball in the field/out of the box. Featuring a high-gloss chrome finish, the card includes the 'Topps Chrome' logo in the upper right and the player's name and position (1B) at the bottom. The Detroit Tigers logo is prominently displayed in the lower center.
Key Features
This is a Short Print (SP) variation, which is significantly rarer than the standard base rookie card. Torkelson was a #1 overall draft pick, making his rookie variations highly collectible among Tigers fans and prospectors.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence in authenticity. Indicators include the correct metallic chrome stock feel, sharp 'Topps Chrome' logo etching, and the specific code on the back (though not pictured, SPs end in different code numbers than base cards).
Flaws to Note
The centering is slightly shifted to the left margin. Chrome cards are notorious for light surface 'refractor lines' or micro-scratches that are only visible under a loupe or bright light, which can prevent a perfect 10 grade.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay is the best platform for this specific card due to the high volume of player-specific collectors. COMC is a good secondary option for long-term 'set and forget' selling.
Selling Tips
Highlight 'SP' and 'IMAGE VARIATION' in the title. Take a clear photo of the back of the card so buyers can verify the CMC code for Short Prints. Use a penny sleeve and top loader, and ship via eBay Standard Envelope for low-cost tracking.