Set to hit the shelves on June 12, the 2024 Topps Series 2 Baseball Cards are set to make a grand entrance, adding another 350 base cards to expand the collection. This continuation from Series 1 will introduce more players, rookies, and even some notable names missing from the first series, such as the legendary Yoshinobu Yamamoto. The new series carries on the tradition of including parallels, short prints, and super short prints seen in Series 1, while also bringing in fresh inserts to excite collectors.
One of the exciting features of Series 2 is a special set commemorating Ronald Acuna’s remarkable 40/70 season from the previous year. Additionally, fans can look forward to special All-Star cards inspired by the 1989 Topps Set, marking the 35th anniversary of the final release of the 1980s.
The cover star of Series 2 is none other than the talented Juan Soto. The collection will be available in two types of Hobby boxes: the traditional boxes containing 20 packs of 12 cards each, and Jumbo boxes with ten packs of 40 cards each. Both box varieties guarantee an autograph or relic card, as well as silver bonus packs showcasing chrome cards, numbered autographs, and parallels for that extra thrill.
The 350-card base set in Series 2 offers a diverse range of content, featuring veterans, rookies, Future Stars, League Leaders, and Team Cards. These cards come in various eye-catching parallels, including:
– Gold Foil Parallel found exclusively in Jumbo packs.
– Rainbow Foil Parallel inserted at a rate of 1:10 packs.
– Gold Parallel numbered to 2024.
– Blue Holofoil Board Parallel numbered to 999.
– Other parallels like Purple Holofoil, Green Crackle Foil, plus rare variations like Vintage Stock, Independence Day, and Black Parallels exclusive to Hobby/Jumbo packs.
New and returning inserts play a significant role in Series 2, with six new insert themes introduced, such as the exclusive short-printed 40/70 insert celebrating Ronald Acuna’s MVP season, reserved for Hobby boxes. Other new inserts like City to City, Around the Horn, and Covering the Field feature multiple parallels ranging from Blue to Platinum, and even Autograph Parallels for selected subjects. The beloved 1989 Topps Baseball design makes a return with new All-Star inserts, honoring the game’s best players.
Series 2 also sees the return of popular insert sets from Series 1, including Heavy Lumber, Social Media Follow Back redemption cards, Homefield Advantage, and hand-drawn Sketch cards exclusive to Hobby products. A new super short print insert, Platinum Performers, is introduced to captivate collectors.
The collection continues to impress with relic cards and autographs, featuring Baseball Stars Autographs and the new 1989 Topps Baseball Autograph Cards. These autograph cards include dual and triple autographs, along with rare one-of-one Platinum Parallels. The relic section showcases Game-used swatches from City Connect jerseys and Major League Material cards, with parallels extending to Platinum rarity.
In conclusion, the 2024 Topps Series 2 adds an exciting layer to the baseball card collecting experience by retaining beloved elements from Series 1 while introducing new and rare inserts, autographs, and relic cards that cater to both seasoned collectors and newcomers alike.
