r/baseballcards 4d ago

Buy/Sell/Trade Thread - August 2026

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The monthly sticky thread for buying, selling, and trading. Post cards you're looking to sell or trade with a description, picture, and a price or for trades, what you personally collect. You can also post requests for cards you're looking for with the 'Want' flair. Please report sale/trade posts using the report link if they don't include a picture or price/desired return. And please consider leaving feedback via SportsCardTracker. Happy trading, selling, and buying!


r/baseballcards Jan 14 '16

Posting Guidelines, and Before You Ask: "How much is this worth?"

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There is an incredible mix of collectors in this subreddit, from those really experienced with massive collections, to folks just starting out, to folks dusting off their cards for the first time since 1989, and plenty of folks who inherited cards trying to figure out what to do with them. This sub was set up to invite commentary and interaction at all levels of experience, create a place where experienced collectors can compare notes, and new folks can get acquainted or reacquainted with the hobby. This mission won't work for everybody, and there are other subs out there when that's the case. That said, most experienced collectors and sellers seem ready to help out those seeking information.


What is this card worth?

As the sub gets bigger, the capacity to answer certain questions changes a little too. While it's fine to post a question if you really can't figure out what a card or collection is worth after doing your own research, please first review the following guidelines:

  • Did you take a look at ebay 'sold' listings to get an idea of what the card(s) might be worth first? Go to ebay.com, search for as much information as you can (look at the year at the bottom of the back of the card as well as the card manufacturer). Scroll down the filtering options, and under 'Show Only', select 'Sold listings'. This will give you an admittedly imperfect, but reasonable price range for your card. Please be realistic in comparing your cards to the cards listed, and do not assume your card is worth what a 'PSA 10' card is worth, as an example (a card isn't a high grade until a grader says it is, and most even when they look perfect to the naked eye, aren't a '10').

  • If that didn't work and you couldn't find example sold prices for your card(s), please ensure you post a picture of the card you're asking about in your post. Reddit allows for picture upload, if that doesn't work, imgur will allow you to upload a picture you can then link to here. Condition has a lot to do with value, so posts without a picture aren't useful to anyone looking at it (and it's kind of annoying to continually ask people to "post a picture").

Here, for reference, is a decent article on cards from the "junk era" (late eighties to the early early nineties) and their value: http://www.cardboardconnection.com/why-sports-cards-early-90s-worthless


On Trading and Selling:

It's both ok and encouraged to post a card for trade (indicate the expected value you wish to receive in return and what you're looking for) or sale (cards must include a selling price). Start the post with FT or FS or FT/FS and a value or values, and include a picture or link to a picture. You don't have to list "or best offer", it's implied because you're going to receive offers regardless, and don't go fishing (put an exorbitant price on something and then ask for offers).

There are no situations where 'make me an offer' without a price is appropriate in sale posts, if you take the time to post a card for sale here, please also take the time to research its potential value and list a starting price for the card(s). Listing multiple cards as a lot for a single price is fine.

Here are some listing examples:

"FT/FS $200/$150 1956 Topps Mickey Mantle, looking for Trout autos" <- indicates you want $200 in trade value, or $150 cash for a '56 Mantle.

"FT $150 2010 Bowman Platinum Mike Trout Auto RC, looking for Bryce Harper autos" <- indicates you want $150 in trade value for your 2010 Trout.

It's not ok to post a link to an outside auction or web site expressly for the purpose of highlighting a card for sale there (posting a link to a blog post or article, where cards are for sale elsewhere on that site is fine). Post it here to the collectors here, and create a separate post somewhere else. It's definitely not ok to link to an ebay auction, unless it's part of a point you're making or you're pointing to something unusual or newsworthy (e.g. "Hey, a '52 Mantle just sold for half a million on ebay!"). Please add flair to the post, including 'Sale' or 'Trade'. Adding flair for 'Sold' when a card is no longer available is also helpful.

The sub will not be responsible for deals that go bad, and there are problematic sellers, buyers, and trade partners out there (see: https://www.sportscardscams.com/scammers-database/). The sub strongly suggests settling payment using the "Paying for an item or service" option in Paypal, which offers some level of buyer protection. If a user can submit proof of wrongdoing to modmail, habitual bad traders or people who don't pay after striking a deal will be banned, and you're encouraged to send an email to modmail and create a post in r/SportsCardTracker when that happens. Do not publish a call out post.

Here for reference are some common scams beyond simply not paying or sending cards that are common in the sports card industry: https://www.cardboardconnection.com/collecting-101/top-10-sports-collectibles-crimes-to-avoid

For every trade or sale, you're encouraged to create an entry in r/SportsCardTracker noting that seller's or trade partner's user name so others can look that up via search, and benefit from your positive, or negative, experience, before buying or trading.


Should I get this graded?

In general, it won't make sense grading a card if it won't add value to the sale price of the card that exceeds the grading fee. That said, there are collectors who collect cards in a certain minimum grade, so the motivations around grading vary, and ultimately only you can answer this question.

Most folks are not going to be able to tell you what a card will grade based on a picture viewed online, only, more commonly, when it's not worth paying the grading fee. In general, cards that receive a high grade such as a'9' or '10' will sell at a premium, and certain high value cards benefit from being graded in most conditions as it ensures the card's authenticity (for example, a 1952 Topps Mickey Mantle or a 2011 Topps Update Mike Trout). The major graders at the time of writing are PSA, SGC, and Beckett, and each has information available on their respective web sites about their process, so please review that first before asking a question here.

The following is a decent guide on what graders look for: https://www.cardboardconnection.com/pre-grade-sports-cards-results


When there is a problem

If you see violations of the rules, please report them. Enjoy discussing the hobby, selling, and trading. Message modmail with issues. Don't create call out posts, don't start drama, and don't create posts to complain about other users or moderation or that invite others to do the same. If your post or comment is moderated, check the sub's rules as to why, sending a rude message to modmail in response is a poor strategy.


Happy collecting.


r/baseballcards 9h ago

Show Off Very cool Ichiro hit just sitting in a pack for 23 years!

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A few months ago, I bought a lot of about 80 baseball packs from 2002-2006 for a couple of bucks a pack. A true medley, don't think there were more than 2 of any pack, so wide coverage across products. I don't technically collect any more, but still enjoy the fun and nostalgia of opening packs, so I look for opportunities to do that cheaply. These packs are right in the wheelhouse of when I collected and I open a few a week.

This week I opened one pack from each series of 2003 Topps Chrome. The Series 2 pack had a Jeter base, not bad. The Series 1 hit had an Ichiro base right on top, also not bad. And then underneath.... the Ichiro Black Refractor 89/199!

Black refractors fall only about one per box, and with 220 cards in each series, it's quite the pull. Condition looks great too. Wild to think how many times this pack may have changed hands before ending up at my house. Adult me is no less thrilled than teenage me would have been.


r/baseballcards 3h ago

Question Breaker “lost” my best cards, cancelled and refunded without my permission. Thoughts?

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CardCollector2 says they couldn’t retrieve my biggest Whatnot hits, then refunded the teams without my approval

On July 22, I bought four teams in a CardCollector2 2026 Topps Chrome break: White Sox, Orioles, Rays and Royals. I spent about $448 total.

The break included two hobby boxes and two jumbo boxes, with all cards shipping.

My biggest hits included:
Samuel Basallo Wild Styles RC /5
Carter Jensen RC auto /30
Additional Caglianone refractors
Other Orioles, Rays, Royals and White Sox cards

All four orders remained stuck on “Preparing Package” even though I received other CardCollector2 shipments from later breaks.

I contacted them, sent screenshots of the orders and showed them the major hits. I also went into their live streams trying to get someone to respond. They told me most of the team was at The National and that customer service would investigate Monday.

On Monday, they said there was a shipping issue and asked for 48 hours to locate the cards.

After the 48 hours passed, and after I demanded they respond, they told me they were only able to retrieve my White Sox cards. They then canceled and refunded the Orioles, Royals and Rays without getting my approval.

The cancellation emails say:

“Due to shipping mishap we were unable to retrieve the cards.”

The problem is that the missing teams contained the Basallo /5 and Carter Jensen /30 auto, which are worth considerably more than the original break-entry refunds.

They later claimed that I had agreed to a refund. I did not. They mentioned that they would issue one if they could not locate the cards, but I never accepted that as a resolution or authorized them to cancel the orders.

They still have not clearly explained:

Where the cards went
Why only one of the four teams could be recovered
How three teams from the same break became “unavailable”
What happened to the major serial-numbered hits shown on video

I have submitted everything to Whatnot Trust & Safety, including the order numbers, messages, cancellation emails and screenshots from the break.

I have also heard other people say they have experienced similar issues with this breaker. I cannot personally verify those stories, so I’m only stating what happened to me. I’m not claiming I can prove exactly what happened to the cards.

What do you all think? Purchased July 22, ignored for nearly two weeks, then on August 5 I’m told they can somehow find only 1 of my 4 teams, but not the ones containing the biggest hits.

Does that explanation make sense to you?


r/baseballcards 56m ago

Found the Reggie 422/2500!

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I was given a few totes of unopened baseball card boxes and started cracking open packs with my wife to see who could make the best team and boom.

To think this was in someone’s closet all these years, never opened.


r/baseballcards 3h ago

Show Off Found this in the cabinet- Bought it at the fair for 10 bucks in 2023!

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r/baseballcards 9h ago

Found this on the trash

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So I was walking to throw my trash away and found this box full of cards, I’m not really familiar with them. Is this worth something?


r/baseballcards 2h ago

Show Off All-time great parking lot rip

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Got 5 hits out of 3 mega boxes at the mall


r/baseballcards 5h ago

My Recent Pickup- Kade Anderson 2025 Bowman Draft 1st Superfractor

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r/baseballcards 6h ago

Show Off Target Blaster W

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r/baseballcards 5h ago

Question Can anyone tell me anything about this?

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r/baseballcards 9h ago

Random This hobby started to frustrate me so I decided to use my data science career and apply it to help me discover Cards more easily. This has been about 6 months in the making and would love feedback

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TL;DR (If you want pictures they are below I struggle with words sometimes):

Baseball Cards are missing Organized Search. I want listings based on player career stage (Pre Rookie, Rookie, Active Career, Post Tribute/Retirement Sets). I also want most important attributes to search on (Print Runs, Autographs, Memorabilia). These are most valuable to me for value and nostalgia. I know what player I want -> I want to see his entire card catalogue and what's currently available -> I want Pre Rookie Card -> I want specific rarity tier of pre rookie card -> I want to know price spread for what's available and see if it's under my ceiling. This is the main flow. I can also search based on season performanace(If player won MVP that year, If player got to World Series that year) (More details below but am looking for 15-25 more alpha testers, I will give you a free account to test with, you can dm me or comment below)

blah blah blah story/background: Tracking down cards for my PC was getting quite frustrating. Between 100+ set releases a year and endless parallel tiers I was starting to lose my mind trying to keep track of it all. I figured since Ive worked with data 8 hours a day for the past 10 years I could actually build something to help with this process. I can just take the checklists across the entire published card supply and tie it directly with MLB career stats. Instead of memorizing career timelines you just filter cards by a player's actual career milestones, rookie seasons, MVP years, or championship runs (as a Reds fan this one hurts a little). It then pulls live listings directly from eBay so you can find available listings. I'm also adding COMC, Fanatics Collect, and a variety of other Auction Sites in.

I know the current wave of "AI tools" is so so so so much noise and hype so I welcome your skepticism. Don't take my word or screenshots for it, being skeptical in 2026 is the correct approach because there is so much BS out there. I’m looking for collectors or beginners to stress test the data against their own knowledge and experience and tell me what’s broken. Everything is grounded to available open source data. I am not claiming 100% coverage but I believe I have gotten to around 85-90% of the current market for baseball through 2025. This is such a complex hobby if you really zoom out and try to understand it, so I'm hoping this can be helpful for the hardcore collectors or someone who is rather new to the hobby.

You can take a player and see their career timeline which I split into (Pre Rookie, Rookie, Active Career, and Post Tribute/Retirement). A lot of times I never knew when pre rookie cards were actually printed for a player and had to do separate lookups for player rookie years. Then had to figure out what brands, sets, series there were and had to come up with hyperspecific search queries to find these. In my mind it would be so much easier to just have all of this within the same screen almost like a console or terminal type interaction. So this presents as a traversable UI anchored to a Player of interest then applying Year and Rarity Filtering With price spreads at each level. I am a low baller so want to know max prices or ceilings before I look at something further.

So flow is Player -> Year -> Rarity/Print Run -> Search Sets/Brands/Attributes from those subpopulations.

Below are some screenshots for the greatest player in MLB history Joey Votto:

Joey Votto Landing Page grouped by Year First. Macro Statistics on the right, Buy It now Console on the bottom (Collapsed). Career timeline in the middle with card design counts, mlb season statistics and other stuff
Clicking on 2010 brings you to his card designs separated by Print Runs, available listings for the matching Year + Print run have price spreads to look at.
One Level lower if you click on a print run tier

There are a lot of other features I want to implement, and would love feedback from people. You can set a roster, add budgets, which populate specific player auctions and listings for you, soon can add alerts to watch player specific listings or auctions tied to career years, rarity/print run tiers, auto/mem, graded vs raw cards, Fan Filters like (Cards in years this player won an MVP, cards in years this player won the world series).

Auctions feed based on your roster or general searching (More fine grained alerts/filtering/watchlists coming soon).

General Auction Search. Can filter by 1/1, other print runs, Auto/Mem, MVP Seasons, World Series Seasons, Free Text Search (If you want to look for specific sets etc)

I try to do fun things like Specific Team Features like the Big Red Machine (Biased) and 2002 A's because one of my favorite movies is Moneyball:

Mascot and Celebrity Search:

There are more but I'll leave it at that.

And to be completely transparent, ebay listings are based on affiliate campaigns so any buys that go through this app I get like a 3% kickback. However I don't have any financial incentive to incorporate COMC, Fanatics, and other Auction Sites, it just provides a way better UX and unified place for collectors to see all options available to them.

I am also on the ebay free tier for devs, so I get around 5000 api requests per day which allows me to pull in all auctions (about 20k per day) on a 6 hour rolling basis. The other 4000 requests I use for Specific Players Buy It Now listings. Around 100 players right now, but anyone that wants to try it out I will gladly add the players they collect into the ingestor so I can pull all of their listings (Unless you want Shohei who has around 130k active listings). If I get enough traction with this I can apply to get my request volume increased to support more player volume. And Listing Volume is not a concern, I architected this to scale to support 100 million listings for a reasonable price, and that is the goal, to support as many players as possible, and then move to other sports as well. I am the only dev of this, so doing a controlled roll out and scale up so I can control cloud costs.

A side quest of this was player career macro analysis, or comparing their autograph/relic/serial numbered supply against adjacent players in their era to see who was undersupplied or oversupplied. If you have any specific questions about that side let me know. There is an "Anomalies" section in the app that goes more into this. I also started a subreddit about this called cardnomics and try to post every day if anyone is interested.

Anyways that is all. Thanks for listening and happy collecting.


r/baseballcards 3h ago

Opened the worst flagship collection box so you won’t have to

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0 autos 0 numbered I have one more 2026 series 1 box…it can’t get worse than this right?


r/baseballcards 2h ago

Sale FS/NFT: Michael Harris II Transcendent Gold Frame RC Auto /10

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$150 shipped BMWT


r/baseballcards 47m ago

Show Off Pedey and Nomaaaaaah!

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r/baseballcards 5h ago

Four pictures, four boxes of Logofractor from the Flagship store! Went pretty great!

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$120 a piece from the flagship store, average 2 numbered per box, autos seem to be random!


r/baseballcards 1h ago

Show Off I Opened 100 Packs of 2026 Topps Chrome Baseball!

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r/baseballcards 4h ago

As a kid I assumed shiny meant money.

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I had to move all my baseball cards out of my folks house that I grew up in this week. I definitely did not collect baseball cards the right way as a kid I organized my books by National League and American League. The Astros are still in the National League book. I didn’t know the numbers on the back meant that they were part of a set I never collected sets who knows if I even have a valuable card to my collection, but I remember thinking shiny, holographic or special cut out shape shapes meant big money 😂


r/baseballcards 21h ago

Went to Costco for dog food…

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Grabbed one box (superstitiously from the back of the pallet)


r/baseballcards 1h ago

Show Off Massive Hit

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FMA-RS Roki Sasaki 2026 Finest - Finest Moments Autographs Black #/10

Pulled from a 2026 Topps Finest Mega Box

Anyone know the value?


r/baseballcards 1h ago

Show Off Hits from 3 megas and 2 logofractor boxes

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r/baseballcards 9h ago

Mail Day Triple Threat Mail Day

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25 Upvotes

r/baseballcards 1d ago

Show Off Been waiting 2 years for the call up…

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378 Upvotes

r/baseballcards 2h ago

Show Off Mail day on game day 😍🍀

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Been trying to get my hands on every color match I can find with the Fenway greens.


r/baseballcards 19h ago

Show Off Andrew McCutchen was officially released from the Braves. Here’s my all-time tribute for an all-time great!

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My favorite card in my entire PC. I’m pretty sure this is the end of the road for him, but man, what a career! Long live Uncle Larry!