It was recently announced that Topps is launching a new program with their Topps Now brand. They will be releasing 15 card sets for each MLB team with exclusive spring training photography for $49.99 shipped.
While the price may seem like a lot to swallow, keep in mind that during the regular season cards single cards were $9.99 shipped each...at least the two previous years. That means the cost of these cards breaks down to about $3.33 each.
By purchasing one of these sets you also become eligible for free bonus cards if one of the following criteria are met during the regular or post season:
Team is first in division at the MLB All-Star break
Player on team throws a no-hitter or a perfect game
Player hits for the cycle
Pitcher throws 15 strikeouts in a single game
Player hits 3 HRs in a single game
I guess one thing that always bothered me about sets released before the baseball season began is that I'm looking at photography from the previous season. I like the idea of these sets containing action shots and photography from spring training. Plus I like the design...has a Stadium Club feel to me.
As a whole I've been a fan of the whole Topps Now concept. I bought nearly every Braves card from the 2016 and 2017 seasons so I'm already on board. I'm seriously considering pulling the trigger on the Braves set this year. I guess before I do that, I need to get off my duff and scan all of the 2017 cards I have!
So, what are you're thoughts on Topps Now in general or just in this Road to Opening Day team sets? Yay or nay?
I think the design looks pretty great so I'm on board for another year
ReplyDeleteI've got a 25% off code for these new spring training team sets if you need it...
DeleteNay. $50 will buy me one, two, maybe three nice on-card hall of famer autographs. Or if I'm looking for more bang for my buck, I can buy one of those Target factory sets at the end of the season for that price.
ReplyDeleteI don't hate on Topps Now, but it's just not my thing. I'll buy a single if and only if I actually attend the game the card is made for.
Yeah, I didn't buy their spring training set last year and I won't this year either. But I do like the clean design this year.
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