2023 Topps Series 2 Masataka Yoshida Rookie Card #400
Masataka Yoshida · Topps · Base Rookie Card (RC)
Player
Masataka Yoshida
Set
2023 Topps Series 2
Year
2023
Card #
#400
Condition Grade
Estimated PSA 9 (Mint). The centering looks slightly heavy towards the left border. Corners and edges appear sharp from the photo, and the surface appears clean without visible print lines or dimples.
Category
Base Rookie Card (RC)
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Moderate. Yoshida has a strong international following, but as a base card with high pop counts, demand is steady rather than 'hot'. Value fluctuates with his seasonal batting average.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$1.00 - $3.00
Graded Value
PSA 8: $8-12, PSA 9: $15-20, PSA 10: $35-45
Comparable Sales
Recent eBay sales for raw copies range from $0.99 to $2.50 plus shipping. PSA 10 copies have recently settled in the $35-45 range, down from their 2023 peak.
Description
A crisp 2023 Topps Series 2 rookie card featuring Boston Red Sox outfielder Masataka Yoshida. He is depicted in his home white Red Sox jersey in a running action pose. The card features the classic 2023 Topps border design with the 'BOS' team abbreviation at the top and the iconic Red Sox logo in the bottom corner.
Key Features
Official 'RC' logo designation; Debut season base card for the Japanese star; Part of the flagship Topps set which is the industry standard for base rookies.
Authenticity Indicators
Confidence: High. Features the correct Topps chrome-style logo stamping, high-quality card stock, and crisp typography. This specific base card is rarely counterfeited due to high supply.
Flaws to Note
Slight left-to-right centering bias is common in this print run. Minimal surface micro-scratching may be present but not visible in low lighting. Bottom right corner appears a bit soft in the image.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (using eBay Standard Envelope for cheap shipping) or COMC (Check Out My Cards) for bulk processing. It is also a great 'filler' card for trade bait in Facebook groups.
Selling Tips
Due to the low raw value, it is generally not worth the $19-25 grading fee unless you are certain it will hit a PSA 10. List using 'PWE' (Plain White Envelope) shipping to keep costs low for the buyer. Mention 'Boston Red Sox' and 'RC' in the title.