2005 Upper Deck Ovation Spotlight Signatures Michael Young #MY
Michael Young · Upper Deck · Autograph
Player
Michael Young
Set
2005 Upper Deck Ovation Spotlight Signatures
Year
2005
Card #
#MY
Condition Grade
PSA 8 (NM-MT) - Centering appears slightly heavy to the right; corners show minimal white at tips; surface shows minor gloss scuffing consistent with this set's thick stock.
Category
Autograph
Manufacturer
Upper Deck
Demand Level
Moderate - Strong regional demand in the Texas market; stable collector base for mid-2000s star autographs.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$15.00 - $25.00
Graded Value
PSA 8: $30-45; PSA 9: $60-85; PSA 10: $150+
Comparable Sales
Recent sales for Michael Young sticker autographs from this era typically range from $12 to $22. Graded PSA 9 copies have recently hovered around the $50-$65 mark.
Description
This 2005 Upper Deck Ovation Spotlight Signatures card features Texas Rangers legend and MLB All-Star Michael Young. The card features a distinct 'Spotlight' design with a blue ink sticker autograph. The player is shown in his road grey Rangers uniform in a batting stance against a dramatic lit stadium background. The 'SS' and '10' position/number indicators are visible at the bottom.
Key Features
Features the autograph of one of the greatest Texas Rangers in history. Michael Young is a 7-time All-Star, a Gold Glove winner, and a member of the Texas Rangers Hall of Fame. The Spotlight Signatures set is a popular mid-2000s insert series.
Authenticity Indicators
Upper Deck holo-foil logo on front; sticker autograph contains micro-text/security features; standard card stock thickness (20pt-35pt); consistent ink flow in signature. Confidence: High.
Flaws to Note
Minor edge chipping common with the Ovation card stock; slight registration shift in the sticker placement; surface micro-scratching on the high-gloss finish; light corner wear on the bottom right.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay is the best platform for this card to reach the widest audience of Rangers team collectors. A fixed-price 'Buy It Now' with 'Best Offer' is recommended over an auction.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card unless it is a guaranteed PSA 10, as the grading cost often exceeds the raw value for this specific player. Use keywords like 'Texas Rangers Hall of Fame' and 'All-Star'. Ship in a penny sleeve, top loader, and bubble mailer with tracking.