2023 Topps Home Run Challenge Byron Buxton #HRC-21 (Scratched/Expired)
Byron Buxton · Topps (The Topps Company, Inc.) · Insert / Game Card / Home Run Challenge
Player
Byron Buxton
Set
2023 Topps Series 1 Home Run Challenge
Year
2023
Card #
HRC-21
Condition Grade
Authentic (Altered/Damaged/Poor) - Centering: 60/40, Corners: Light softening, Edges: Wear visible, Surface: Severely damaged by scratching of the code area.
Category
Insert / Game Card / Home Run Challenge
Manufacturer
Topps (The Topps Company, Inc.)
Demand Level
Niche/Minimal. Demand for expired Home Run Challenge cards is very low, usually only sought by player completionists or as bulk filler.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.00 - $0.50
Graded Value
PSA 1-3: $5-10 (Grading cost exceeds value); This card is ineligible for high-tier grading due to the scratched surface and expired status.
Comparable Sales
Unscratched/Active cards sold for $1-3 during the 2023 season. Scratched/Expired versions typically sell for less than $0.50 or go unsold in bulk lots.
Description
This is a 2023 Topps Byron Buxton Home Run Challenge card. It features an interactive game element where collectors could predict a home run to win a parallel card. The back shows the scratched-off code area and full rules for the 2024 Home Run Derby grand prize drawing. Note: The code has been revealed and the expiration date of 10/2/2023 has passed.
Key Features
Features Minnesota Twins star Byron Buxton; historically was an interactive chase card in 2023 Topps flagship products.
Authenticity Indicators
Authenticity is High. Correct card stock, 2023 Topps legal fine print, MLB hologram logo, and the specific 'CMP063062' code at the bottom are all consistent with genuine mass-produced Topps products.
Flaws to Note
The scratch-off material has been aggressively removed, damaging the surface and aesthetics of the back. The promotion has expired (Oct 2, 2023), rendering the card's primary function useless. Notable edge wear and corner softening.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (as part of a player lot), Facebook Twins Fan Groups (as a freebie or low-cost add-on), or a local card shop's bargain bin.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card. Given the expired status and the damage to the back from scratching, it holds almost no individual resale value. It is best used as a 'bonus card' in a trade or included in a Byron Buxton player lot to add bulk to the shipment.