2018 Topps Opening Day Mike Trout #1
Mike Trout · Topps · Base Card / Checklist Item
Player
Mike Trout
Set
2018 Topps Opening Day
Year
2018
Card #
#1
Condition Grade
PSA 8 (NM-MT) - Centering appears slightly shifted to the left; top-right corner shows minor white ticking visible against the dark background. Surfaces appear clean with no major visible scratches.
Category
Base Card / Checklist Item
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Moderate - Mike Trout is a top-tier hobby icon, but the 'Opening Day' brand is an entry-level set with lower value than 'Series 1' or 'Topps Chrome.'
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$1.00 - $3.00
Graded Value
PSA 8: $10-15, PSA 9: $18-25, PSA 10: $45-60
Comparable Sales
Recent sales of raw copies range from $0.99 to $2.50. PSA 10 copies generally sell for $50.00 while PSA 9 copies often sell for less than the cost of the grading fee.
Description
A stunning horizontal-action card from the 2018 Topps Opening Day set featuring Mike Trout leaping at the outfield wall to rob a home run. The card features the signature Topps 'Opening Day' logo, Trout's jersey number 27, and the Los Angeles Angels team logo with a sleek blue and red design.
Key Features
Features a future Hall of Famer in an iconic defensive action pose. This is the first card (#1) in the 2018 Opening Day checklist, which is a popular collected sequence.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence. This is a common base card from a high-production set, making counterfeits extremely unlikely. Features correct Topps silver foil stamping and accurate color saturation on the Angels logo.
Flaws to Note
Slight left-to-right centering bias. Minor edge wear on the bottom left and a small touch of whitening on the top right corner. Glossy surface may have micro-scratches typical of high-gloss stock if not immediately sleeved.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (as a PWE/Standard Envelope listing), COMC, or part of a Mike Trout player lot on Facebook Marketplace/Sportscard forums.
Selling Tips
Due to the low raw value, it is not recommended to grade this card unless you are certain it is a PSA 10. List it using 'eBay Standard Envelope' for $1.00 shipping to maximize buyer interest for lower-cost cards.