2000 Topps Prospects Garry Maddox Jr. / Gary Matthews Jr. / Tim Raines Jr. #454
Garry Maddox Jr., Gary Matthews Jr., Tim Raines Jr. · Topps · Prospects Insert / Multi-Player Base
Player
Garry Maddox Jr., Gary Matthews Jr., Tim Raines Jr.
Set
2000 Topps Series 2 Prospects
Year
2000
Card #
454
Condition Grade
PSA 8 (NM-MT) - Estimated based on clean borders, sharp visible corners, but slight heavy right centering and minor potential surface wear from raw handling.
Category
Prospects Insert / Multi-Player Base
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Low to Moderate - Mostly appeals to player PC collectors, set builders from the year 2000, or fans of second-generation MLB legacy players.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$1.00 - $3.00
Graded Value
PSA 7: $10-15, PSA 8: $15-25, PSA 9: $40-60
Comparable Sales
Raw copies of similar 2000 Topps common prospect/insert cards generally sell in the $0.99 to $2.00 range plus standard shipping on eBay and COMC.
Description
Up for consideration is a 2000 Topps Baseball Series 2 Prospects card featuring three second-generation major leaguers: Garry Maddox Jr., Gary Matthews Jr., and Tim Raines Jr. The card features a unique triple-panel vertical layout with red borders framing each player against a sky-blue backdrop, holding bats. The right side features gold foil lettering reading 'Topps PROSPECTS' vertically. The card has a clean silver border surrounding the central design.
Key Features
Second-generation player legacy trio featuring the sons of notable former MLB stars Garry Maddox, Gary Matthews, and Tim Raines. Classic 2000 Topps design with distinctive gold foil stamping.
Authenticity Indicators
Standard 2000 Topps card stock, correct font types, crisp printing registration, and standard gloss finish. High confidence of authenticity as this card is not a prime target for counterfeiters.
Flaws to Note
Slight centering shift towards the right edge on the front. Minor corner softening possible upon closer macro inspection. Surface appears clean with no major creases or scratches visible.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
COMC, eBay (best for individual sales or bulk lots), or dedicated Facebook baseball card buy/sell/trade groups.
Selling Tips
Due to the low raw value of this specific card, it is generally not economical to have it professionally graded unless part of a bulk submission. Sell raw in a penny sleeve and top loader via eBay Standard Envelope to keep shipping costs low.