2022 Topps Series 2 Cal Raleigh Rookie Card #544
Cal Raleigh · Topps · Base Rookie Card (RC)
Player
Cal Raleigh
Set
2022 Topps Series 2
Year
2022
Card #
#544
Condition Grade
Estimated PSA 9 (Mint). The card appears to have clean corners and edges. Centering looks slightly biased toward the right border (approx 60/40), which is common for this set.
Category
Base Rookie Card (RC)
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Strong. Cal Raleigh is a fan favorite in Seattle and one of the premier power-hitting catchers in the league. Demand fluctuates with his home run streaks and Mariners playoff contention.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$1.00 - $3.00
Graded Value
PSA 8: $10-15, PSA 9: $18-25, PSA 10: $45-60
Comparable Sales
Raw copies consistently sell for $1-2 plus shipping. PSA 10 units have recently settled in the $50 range. Interest spiked following his recent clutch performances and silver slugger caliber stats.
Description
Featured here is the 2022 Topps Series 2 rookie card of Seattle Mariners standout catcher Cal Raleigh. The card showcases the 'Big Dumper' in his home whites, celebrating a home run. It features the iconic Topps 75th Anniversary logo stamp, the RC shield, and the Seattle Mariners team logo. The design includes the classic 'stitching' border characteristic of the 2022 flagship brand.
Key Features
Official Topps Rookie Card (RC) shield; Key young player for a competitive Mariners team; High-demand catcher position with power hitting stats; Features his iconic 'Home Run Celebration' pose.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence. Correct card stock thickness for 2022 Topps marquee; crisp 'Topps 75' foil stamping; accurate Mariners team colors and logo; standard semi-gloss finish. Not a commonly faked card due to its modern base status.
Flaws to Note
Visible right-side centering bias; potential minor surface print lines common in 2022 Series 2 white borders; bottom right corner shows very minor white touch/softness under magnification.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay is the best platform for a single base rookie. For bulk, COMC or local card shop 'dollar bins' are appropriate. If graded PSA 10, eBay or MySlabs would yield the highest return.
Selling Tips
As a base card, this is best sold as part of a Seattle Mariners 'team lot' or a '2022 Rookie lot' to save on shipping. Always ship in a penny sleeve and top-loader. Grading is only recommended if the card is a guaranteed PSA 10, as grading fees currently exceed the value of a PSA 9.