2024 Panini Donruss Baseball Konnor Griffin Crunch Time #CT-1
Konnor Griffin · Panini (Donruss brand) · Insert, Prospect, Short Print (SSP)
Player
Konnor Griffin
Set
2024 Panini Donruss Baseball Crunch Time
Year
2024
Card #
#CT-1
Condition Grade
PSA 9 (Mint) - The card shows excellent centering and sharp corners. Panini Donruss card stock is prone to minor surface dimples and edge chipping along the borderless bottom, but this specimen appears very clean in the sleeve.
Category
Insert, Prospect, Short Print (SSP)
Manufacturer
Panini (Donruss brand)
Demand Level
Strong - As a recent top draft pick of the Pirates, Griffin has high hobby interest. 'Crunch Time' is among the most popular non-parallel inserts in the Donruss product.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$15.00 - $35.00
Graded Value
PSA 8: $25-40, PSA 9: $50-75, PSA 10: $150-200
Comparable Sales
Raw copies of similar 2024 Donruss Crunch Time prospects have sold between $20-$40 recently. PSA 10 copies for high-end prospects in this set frequently reach the $150+ range during peak hype cycles.
Description
Featured here is a 2024 Donruss 'Crunch Time' insert of the Pittsburgh Pirates top prospect, Konnor Griffin. This card features a unique, vibrant 'cereal box' design theme with a three-dimensional effect and high-gloss finish. The player is shown mid-swing against a stylized baseball background. The card captures the excitement around the 9th overall pick in the 2024 Draft.
Key Features
Konnor Griffin was a top MLB Draft pick, making this one of his earlier professional-licensed cards. The 'Crunch Time' insert is a popular, case-hit style short print (SSP) that is highly sought after by set collectors for its unique aesthetic and low pull rate.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence. Authentic characteristics include the specific 'Donruss' cursive typography, correct logo placement, high-gloss finish, and professional card stock thickness. This specific 2024 insert is not yet known for common counterfeiting.
Flaws to Note
Possible micro-chipping along the bottom edge where the darker print meets the white border. Potential for light surface scuffs common in high-gloss Panini sets. Centering looks strong at approximately 55/45.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay is the primary market for this card to capture the widest audience of prospect collectors. Facebook hobby groups dedicated to 'Pirates Cards' or 'MLB Prospecting' are also excellent venues to avoid fees.
Selling Tips
Sell while Griffin is a 'fresh' top pick or wait for his professional debut. Use keywords like 'SSP', 'Case Hit', 'Draft Pick', and 'Pirates'. Ship in a bubble mailer (Ground Advantage) rather than a PWE to protect the high-gloss surface from pressure marks.