2025-26 TOPPS ROOKIE DEBUT
DRAKE BALDWIN
FINAL GRADE
9
MINT
Card Info
Year
2025-26
Company
TOPPS
Series
ROOKIE DEBUT
Name
DRAKE BALDWIN
Set
CHECKERBOARD REFRACTOR
Number
#USC88
Summary
This 2025 Topps Chrome Drake Baldwin Rookie Debut Checkerboard Refractor presents as a strong Mint example, earning an overall grade of 9. The card boasts excellent centering on both the front and back, with all four corners remaining exceptionally sharp and precise. The edges are clean and smooth, free from any significant wear or chipping.
The surface is remarkably clean and vibrant, showcasing the intricate Checkerboard Refractor pattern beautifully. While a very minor, almost imperceptible factory flaw, such as a tiny print dot or faint roller mark, may be present under magnification, it does not diminish the card's overall pristine quality. The print quality is excellent, with sharp imagery and vibrant colors, making this a highly desirable card for collectors seeking top-tier condition.
The surface is remarkably clean and vibrant, showcasing the intricate Checkerboard Refractor pattern beautifully. While a very minor, almost imperceptible factory flaw, such as a tiny print dot or faint roller mark, may be present under magnification, it does not diminish the card's overall pristine quality. The print quality is excellent, with sharp imagery and vibrant colors, making this a highly desirable card for collectors seeking top-tier condition.
Subgrades
Centering
9
The card exhibits excellent centering on the front, appearing approximately 55/45 from left to right and 50/50 top to bottom. The back also presents strong, near-perfect centering, well within the acceptable range for a Mint grade.
Corners
9
All four corners are exceptionally sharp and precise, showing no signs of wear, dings, or rounding, consistent with a Mint grade.
Edges
9
The edges are very clean and smooth, free from any chipping, nicks, or rough areas, maintaining the card's crisp and well-preserved presentation.
Surface
9
The card's surface is remarkably clean and vibrant. Under close inspection, a single, very minor factory print dot or a faint, superficial roller mark may be present, but it is barely perceptible and does not detract from the card's overall pristine appearance.
Print Quality
9
Print quality is excellent, featuring vibrant colors, sharp focus, and clear imagery throughout the card. There are no noticeable print lines, color misregistration, or significant print defects.
