2023 Donruss Baseball Andrew Painter Unleashed #U-6
Andrew Painter · Panini (Donruss Brand) · Insert / Case Hit (Short Print)
Player
Andrew Painter
Set
2023 Donruss Baseball Unleashed Insert Set
Year
2023
Card #
#U-6
Condition Grade
PSA 9 (Mint). The centering appears excellent on the front. However, the top-loader shows heavy scratching; if the card surface itself has even minor micro-scratches from the lack of a penny sleeve, it would fall to a PSA 8. Corners and edges look sharp.
Category
Insert / Case Hit (Short Print)
Manufacturer
Panini (Donruss Brand)
Demand Level
Moderate. Demand is tied heavily to Painter's recovery from Tommy John surgery and his status as one of MLB's top pitching prospects. Interest peaks during Spring Training and prospect update cycles.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$5.00 - $12.00
Graded Value
PSA 8: $15-20, PSA 9: $25-35, PSA 10: $60-85
Comparable Sales
Recent eBay sales for raw copies range from $4.99 to $11.50 plus shipping. PSA 10 copies of different players in the same set typically fetch $70-$100, though Painter's price has dipped slightly due to injury time.
Description
2023 Donruss Andrew Painter 'Unleashed' insert card. This card features the top Philadelphia pitching prospect in a follow-through motion set against a striking, stylized purple cobra background. The 'Unleashed' series is known for its high-action, comic-book-style art and is one of the more popular chase inserts in the Donruss product.
Key Features
Top prospect status for the Philadelphia Phillies; popular 'Unleashed' insert design known for high eye appeal; short print (SP) status relative to base cards.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence in authenticity. Accurate Donruss logo holographic treatment, correct card stock thickness, and the high-resolution printing of the complex snake illustration. This specific insert is rarely faked due to its relatively recent release and mid-tier price point.
Flaws to Note
The card is currently in a top-loader WITHOUT a penny sleeve. This almost always results in surface scratches that significantly lower the grade. Centering looks strong at approximately 50/50. Potential white chipping on the high-gloss dark edges (front bottom left).
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay is the best platform for this card due to the high volume of prospect collectors. COMC is a secondary option for long-tail sales to avoid shipping logistics.
Selling Tips
IMPORTANT: Carefully remove the card and place it in a soft penny sleeve before putting it back in a top-loader to prevent further surface damage. When listing, use keywords like 'SSP', 'Phillies Prospect', and 'Case Hit' to increase visibility. Selling as 'Raw' is recommended unless the surface is flawless, as grading costs will likely exceed the card's value increase for a PSA 9.