2024 Topps Series 2 Tarik Skubal #509
Tarik Skubal · Topps (Fanatics) · Base
Player
Tarik Skubal
Set
2024 Topps Series 2
Year
2024
Card #
#509
Condition Grade
Estimated PSA 9 (Mint). The centering appears significantly off to the left (roughly 65/35), but the corners and edges look sharp. Surface appears clean with no visible scratches or print defects.
Category
Base
Manufacturer
Topps (Fanatics)
Demand Level
Strong. Skubal is currently one of the most talked-about pitchers in baseball, and demand for his cards spikes with every dominant start.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$1.00 - $3.00
Graded Value
PSA 8: $10-15, PSA 9: $18-25, PSA 10: $45-60. Note: Grading costs likely exceed the current market value of this specific base card.
Comparable Sales
Raw copies typically sell for $0.99 to $2.50 plus shipping. Graded PSA 10 copies of his 2024 base cards generally fluctuate between $40 and $60 depending on the current week's performance.
Description
Featured in the iconic 2024 Topps Series 2 design, this Tarik Skubal base card showcases the Detroit Tigers ace in a powerful celebration pose wearing his road grey jersey. The card features the 'Topps 75' anniversary logo in the top right, a red 'DET' team designation, and the classic white border layout. A must-have for Tigers fans and collectors of the 2024 Cy Young contender.
Key Features
Current MLB dominance, 2024 Cy Young favorite status, clean action photography, and part of the flagship Topps set.
Authenticity Indicators
Correct glossy finish, standard Topps card stock thickness, crisp micro-printing on the nameplate and logo. Confidence: High.
Flaws to Note
Significant left-to-right centering bias (thinner left border, thicker right border). This is a common manufacturing issue with 2024 Topps flagship cards but will prevent a Gem Mint 10 grade.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (best for mass reach), COMC (best for low-value base cards), or local card shows in the Michigan/Detroit area.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card; the cost of grading will likely be $15-20, while the raw value is only a few dollars. Pair it with other 2024 Tigers cards as a 'Team Lot' on eBay to maximize shipping efficiency. Use keywords like '2024 Cy Young' and 'Detroit Tigers Ace'.