2024 Topps Series 2 Tarik Skubal 1989 Topps Baseball All-Star Chrome Mega Box Refractor #89CS-15
Tarik Skubal · Topps · Insert, Chrome Refractor, Mega Box Exclusive
Player
Tarik Skubal
Set
2024 Topps Series 2 - 1989 Topps Baseball All-Star Chrome Mega Box Inserts
Year
2024
Card #
#89CS-15
Condition Grade
Estimated PSA 9 (Mint). Observed centering looks strong (approx 55/45). The card is currently in a binder page which can cause surface micro-scratches, but no major corner dings or edge chipping are visible through the plastic.
Category
Insert, Chrome Refractor, Mega Box Exclusive
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Strong. Skubal is currently one of the most dominant pitchers in MLB, driving high demand from both Tigers team collectors and Cy Young investors.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$5.00 - $12.00
Graded Value
PSA 8: $15-20, PSA 9: $25-35, PSA 10: $75-90
Comparable Sales
Recent raw sales for this specific Chrome insert range from $6 to $11. Parallel versions (Silver Pack or numbered) sell for significantly more. Graded PSA 10 examples of 2024 Skubal inserts have recently trended upward due to his seasonal performance.
Description
Features Detroit Tigers ace Tarik Skubal in an iconic 1989 Topps design reimagined with modern Chrome technology. The card features a vibrant 'All-Star' circle motif with a rainbow refractor finish that reacts beautifully to light. Skubal is pictured in his home white Tigers uniform in a pitching motion against a textured, colorful background.
Key Features
Features the 2024 AL Cy Young favorite; desirable 1989 Topps 35th Anniversary retro design; exclusive Chrome Refractor finish found only in Mega Box retail configurations.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence. Correct Topps Chrome stock thickness and 'Refractor' rainbow light refraction. Genuine 2024 Topps logo etching and crisp typography on the player name. Not a commonly counterfeited card due to modern production and modest value.
Flaws to Note
Slight top-to-bottom centering bias. Being stored in a multi-pocket binder page poses a risk for surface scratches; potential 'dimples' or 'print lines' common in modern Chrome releases. Bottom right corner shows very minor softness through the sleeve.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay is the best platform for this card to capture the widest audience of player collectors. For a quick local sale, a Detroit-area Facebook card group or local card shop would show high interest.
Selling Tips
Remove from the binder page and place into a Penny Sleeve and Top Loader immediately to prevent surface damage. Use the keyword 'Cy Young' or 'Tigers Ace' in the title. Photography should be done outside of the binder to show the refractor shine. Best to sell during his next high-strikeout start or when award finalists are announced.