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Not every product needs to cost $500+ to be exciting. 2025 Topps Tier One Baseball proves that. It’s premium, flashy, and packed with cards of the players collectors actually want.
Top Players to Chase
- Shohei Ohtani – Appears in Top Shelf Signatures, Clearly Perfect Autographs, and City Connect Signatures. Two-way superstar power that makes every hit feel special.
- Fernando Tatis Jr. – Featured in Tier One Shots and Top Shelf Signatures, giving collectors dynamic, eye-catching cards.
- Mike Trout – The legend himself shows up in Top Shelf Signatures and Clearly Perfect Autographs, offering collectible autographs that never go out of style.
- Ronald Acuña Jr. – Available in Tier One Shots and select autograph parallels, a centerpiece for any collection.
The Chase for 1/1 Bat Knobs
One of the most exciting parts of Tier One is the chance to pull a one-of-one Bat Knob card. These feature actual game-used bat knobs embedded into the design, making them some of the most unique relics in baseball collecting. Bat Knobs are always among the most talked about cards in Tier One because they blend history, memorabilia, and exclusivity into a single chase piece.
Landing a Bat Knob from a superstar like Ohtani, Trout, or Acuña can easily make a box rip legendary. They are true grail cards and have consistently commanded strong prices on the secondary market.
Why Tier One Stands Out
Each hobby box gives you:
- 2 autographs – on-card, featuring today’s stars. (Topps Chrome would never)
- 1 relic card – pieces of the game that make your collection pop. (Icing on the cake)
- 1 base or base parallel – visually striking cards that complement your hits. (Red (Foil) Cherry on Top!)
Plus, inserts like City Connect Signatures, Top Shelf Signatures, and Clearly Perfect Autographs make Tier One instantly recognizable on the shelf and in your collection or in your Ludex collection.
Tier One is also set to shine on livestreams. It was recently included in eBay Live’s new Bounty Program celebrating major releases, where collectors can watch big hits pulled live and even score bonus rewards. This type of event only adds to the excitement around the product.
Why New Collectors Should Care
At around $275 per box, Tier One is the sweet spot for collectors who want premium hits without the ultra-high-end price tag. It’s also an ideal product to pair with Ludex — scan your hits instantly, track values in real-time, and stay on top of the stars dominating the headlines. Soon you’ll be able to show off your collection with our new Community Scans!
Final Whistle
If you’re starting your hobby journey or looking for a high-quality rip that delivers excitement, 2025 Topps Tier One Baseball is a must-have. Autographs from Ohtani, Tatis, Trout, and Acuña, paired with premium inserts, make every box feel like a moment you don’t want to miss.
Scan it in Ludex, track your stars, and you’ll feel like a pro collector from the first pull.
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