2024 Topps Series 2 Jacob Misiorowski Heavy Lumber #HL-17
Jacob Misiorowski · Topps · Insert, Short Print (SSP), Rookie Profile
Player
Jacob Misiorowski
Set
2024 Topps Series 2 Heavy Lumber Insert
Year
2024
Card #
#HL-17
Condition Grade
PSA 9 (Mint). Centering appears slightly heavy on the left; corners and edges look sharp through the magnetic case, but surface condition on wood-grain aesthetic cards can often hide micro-dimples.
Category
Insert, Short Print (SSP), Rookie Profile
Manufacturer
Topps
Demand Level
Strong. Prospect collectors and Brewers fans actively hunt Heavy Lumber inserts due to their rarity and unique aesthetic. Demand fluctuates with the player's minor league performance.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$40.00 - $65.00
Graded Value
PSA 8: $45-55, PSA 9: $75-95, PSA 10: $175-225
Comparable Sales
Recent Heavy Lumber sales for similar level prospects range from $35 to $70 raw. PSA 10 examples of comparable 2024 Heavy Lumber cards have sold in the $180-$250 range depending on the player.
Description
A stunning 2024 Topps Series 2 Heavy Lumber insert featuring Brewers top pitching prospect Jacob Misiorowski. This card features the iconic wood-grain background design that mimics the texture of a baseball bat. The 'RC' logo is prominently displayed as Misiorowski is featured in his Milwaukee Brewers home cream uniform in a pitching follow-through.
Key Features
Heavy Lumber is a Super Short Print (SSP) insert found roughly 1 in every 500-1,000 packs. Misiorowski is a top-tier pitching prospect known for high velocity, making his high-end inserts highly speculative and desirable.
Authenticity Indicators
Correct Topps logo foil, crisp typography in the player name, and the distinct matte-meets-gloss texture of the wood-grain background. High confidence in authenticity; this specific insert set is not commonly forged.
Flaws to Note
A slight left-to-right centering bias is visible. The bottom right edge shows very minor white chipping common for cards with dark border elements. Potential for surface scratches on the high-gloss finish over the wood-grain texture.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay is the best platform for this card to capture the 'prospecting' market. COMC is a secondary option, but the immediate liquidity of an eBay auction or 'Buy It Now' with 'Best Offer' is preferred for current year inserts.
Selling Tips
Highlight 'SSP' and 'Case Hit' in the title. If the card has no surface scratches, consider grading with PSA, as '10' grades for Heavy Lumber cards carry a significant premium. Ship in a plastic sleeve inside the current one-touch magnetic holder, secured with painter's tape and a bubble mailer.