2024 Topps Series 2 Shohei Ohtani Japanese-Born HR Record #BTS-1
Shohei Ohtani · Topps (Fanatics) · Insert
Player
Shohei Ohtani
Set
2024 Topps Series 2 - Better Than Stock (BTS) Insert
Year
2024
Card #
#BTS-1
Condition Grade
PSA 9 (Mint) Estimated. The centering appears slightly heavy toward the left and bottom borders. Corners look sharp, and edges seem clean from the front profile without visible chipping.
Category
Insert
Manufacturer
Topps (Fanatics)
Demand Level
Strong. Shohei Ohtani is currently the most collectible active player in baseball. While this is an insert rather than a rare parallel, Ohtani collectors actively seek first-year Dodgers milestone cards.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$5.00 - $12.00
Graded Value
PSA 8: $20-25, PSA 9: $35-45, PSA 10: $80-110
Comparable Sales
Raw copies typically sell for $5-$10 plus shipping. PSA 10 copies have recently seen sales in the $85-$120 range as the set is still relatively new and demand for Dodgers Ohtani items remains high.
Description
This 2024 Topps Series 2 card commemorates Shohei Ohtani breaking the record for most home runs by a Japanese-born MLB player. The card features a stunning midnight-black border with neon blue and pink 'DODGERS' lighting effects at the top, mimicking a stadium neon sign. Ohtani is pictured in his white Dodgers home uniform watching a hit. The bottom text reads 'JAPANESE BORN HR RECORD - OHTANI STANDS ALONE' with the iconic LA logo in the corner.
Key Features
First year Dodgers card for Ohtani; commemorates a significant career milestone (surpassing Hideki Matsui's HR record); highly popular 'Better Than Stock' insert design with modern neon aesthetics.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence. This is a recent release with complex gloss printing and specific Topps typography. Card stock thickness and 'Topps' logo holographic sheen are consistent with 2024 Series 2 production.
Flaws to Note
Significant left-to-right centering (L/R) issues visible on the white border; the bottom border is slightly thicker than the top. Black borders are notorious for showing tiny touches of white on corners (chipping), though this copy looks relatively clean.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (highest traffic), COMC (best for processing low-value cards), or local card shows. This card is perfect for a $1 start auction on eBay to attract quick interest.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card unless you are certain it will hit a PSA 10, as the grading fee often exceeds the value of a PSA 9 or lower for this specific insert. Use keywords like 'Ohtani Dodgers HR Record' and 'Better Than Stock' in the title. Ship in a penny sleeve and top loader inside a reinforced envelope.