2024 Topps Future Stars Hayden Birdsong Orange Foil Parallel #FS-HB
Hayden Birdsong · Topps (under Fanatics) · Insert, Parallel, Future Stars
Player
Hayden Birdsong
Set
2024 Topps Flagship (Future Stars Insert Set)
Year
2024
Card #
#FS-HB
Condition Grade
PSA 9 (Mint). The centering appears slightly heavy on the right border. Corners and edges look sharp given the newer card stock, though the surface requires physical inspection for print lines typical of foil parallels.
Category
Insert, Parallel, Future Stars
Manufacturer
Topps (under Fanatics)
Demand Level
Moderate. Demand is driven by local Giants fans and prospect hunters. As a young pitcher, his value fluctuates based on his latest MLB or Triple-A starts.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$1.50 - $4.00
Graded Value
PSA 8: $10-12, PSA 9: $18-25, PSA 10: $45-60
Comparable Sales
Raw base versions sell for roughly $0.50-$1.00. Foil parallels like the Gold or Orange typically command a small premium, ranging from $2 to $5 depending on the buyer's urgency.
Description
Featured is a 2024 Topps Future Stars Hayden Birdsong card in the stunning Orange Foil parallel. This card showcases the San Francisco Giants pitching prospect in his mid-pitch motion, wearing the team's City Connect jersey. The card features the 'Topps 75' anniversary logo and the iconic 'Future Stars' rainbow-script heading. The orange foil borders match the Giants primary color scheme perfectly, creating a high-eye-appeal piece for San Francisco fans.
Key Features
Features a top pitching prospect for the San Francisco Giants; Orange Foil parallel which is color-matched to the team colors; part of the long-standing 'Future Stars' insert lineage.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence. The card features the correct 'Topps 75' logo, high-gloss finish, and standard 2024 card stock weight. The micro-printing on the nameplate and the crisp Topps logo are consistent with factory production.
Flaws to Note
Slight left-to-right centering bias toward the right side. Minor white chipping is often common on the back edges of these foil-heavy cards from the 2024 production run.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay is the best platform for low-to-mid range inserts like this. It could also be sold as part of a 'Giants Team Lot' on Mercari or Facebook Marketplace to save on shipping costs.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card unless you are certain it is a PSA 10, as the grading fee currently exceeds the raw market value. Ship in a penny sleeve and top-loader using the eBay Standard Envelope for $0.69 to keep costs low for the buyer.