2024 Topps Series 1 Corbin Carroll Home Run Challenge #HRC-2
Corbin Carroll · Topps (Fanatics) · Insert / Interactive Game Card
Player
Corbin Carroll
Set
2024 Topps Baseball Series 1 Home Run Challenge
Year
2024
Card #
#HRC-2
Condition Grade
Estimated PSA 7-8 (Near-Mint). While the surface appears clean, the card shows significant white chipping on the bottom right corner and bottom edge. The centering appears slightly heavy toward the bottom.
Category
Insert / Interactive Game Card
Manufacturer
Topps (Fanatics)
Demand Level
Moderate. High demand during the MLB regular season as collectors rush to use the codes. Demand drops to 'Low' once the regular season ends and the codes expire.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$2.00 - $5.00
Graded Value
PSA 8: $12-18, PSA 9: $25-35, PSA 10: $60-80 (Note: Value is largely derived from the unscratched game code, not the physical grade).
Comparable Sales
Recent raw, unscratched sales range from $3.00 to $6.00 plus shipping. Scratched versions (expired or used) sell for under $1.00 as base inserts.
Description
2024 Topps Series 1 Corbin Carroll Home Run Challenge insert. The card features an artistic, painterly design with a black and red background, showcasing the reigning NL Rookie of the Year in his Arizona Diamondbacks uniform. This is an interactive 'Predict the Home Run' game card.
Key Features
Features 2023 NL Rookie of the Year Corbin Carroll. The primary value lies in the unscratched code on the back, which allows collectors to play the Topps Home Run Challenge for a chance to win a limited-edition parallel card.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence. Authentic Topps card stock and printing pattern visible. The distinctive artistic styling and 'Chicago White Sox' typo (a known error/artifact on the bottom of some HRC cards) are consistent with genuine 2024 Topps production.
Flaws to Note
Significant whitening and chipping on the bottom right corner and edge. Such issues are common with dark-bordered cards but will prevent a Gem Mint grade. The card is currently being handled 'raw' without a sleeve, which risks further surface scratches.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay is the best platform. These are frequently sold as 'PWE' (Plain White Envelope) listings or the code is sent digitally via message (though physical shipping is recommended to maintain eBay protection).
Selling Tips
Do NOT scratch the code if you intend to sell it for full value. List as 'Unused' or 'Unscratched.' Use a penny sleeve and top loader immediately to prevent further edge wear. Better to sell during a series where Carroll is playing in a hitter-friendly ballpark (like Coors Field).