2023 Topps Update Paul Skenes Titans of the Game Rookie Insert #TG-17
Paul Skenes · Topps · Insert, Rookie Card (RC)
Player
Paul Skenes
Set
2023 Topps Update Titans of the Game
Year
2023
Card #
#TG-17
Condition Grade
Estimated PSA 9 (Mint). The card appears to have centering within 60/40 tolerances. Corners look sharp with minimal white showing, though high-resolution inspection of the edges on the bottom border is necessary for a Gem Mint assessment.
Category
Insert, Rookie Card (RC)
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Hot. Paul Skenes is currently the most popular pitcher in the hobby. Demand for his early licensed cards remains extremely high as he continues to dominate in the Major Leagues.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$15 - $25
Graded Value
PSA 8: $20-30, PSA 9: $40-60, PSA 10: $125-175
Comparable Sales
Recent eBay sales for raw copies range from $12 to $28 depending on the day's performance. PSA 10 copies have recently cleared $150 during his starts.
Description
Featured here is the 2023 Topps Update Series Titans of the Game insert card of the Pittsburgh Pirates pitching phenom, Paul Skenes. The card features a vibrant, holographic rainbow foil finish with a heavy dot-matrix pattern in the background. Skenes is pictured in his Pittsburgh 'PGH' City Connect jersey in a full-motion pitching delivery. This insert subset celebrates the league's most dominant current or future stars.
Key Features
This is one of the earliest MLB-licensed Topps cards for Paul Skenes, the 2023 #1 overall draft pick. Skenes is currently the most hyped pitching prospect in baseball, making his early inserts highly collectible.
Authenticity Indicators
Authentic. Features the correct Topps 'Series 2/Update' holographic pattern, correct card stock thickness, and sharp typography in the player name and set title. Confidence: High.
Flaws to Note
Potential micro-chipping on the bottom red border line which is common for 2023 Topps foil stocks. Possible surface scratches on the holographic foil finish which can significantly lower technical grades.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay is the best platform for this card to capture the 'hype' premium. Direct-sale platforms like COMC are also excellent for modern inserts.
Selling Tips
Use keywords like 'ROOKIE', 'SSP', and 'PITTSBURGH PIRATES' in the title. If the surface is flawless, grading this card via PSA at a bulk level could potentially triple its value if it achieves a PSA 10. Always ship in a penny sleeve and top-loader inside a bubble mailer.