Certificate #DDB694E69C6F · Baseball

Shohei Ohtani

Topps Series 1 · #SMLB-9 · 2025

10.0 TCGAI Score

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Graded by Brian Kleinhenz · Apr 6, 2026 · 373 views

Condition report

Each check is scored out of 10 on both sides. The lowest one caps the TCGAI Score.

Sub-grades out of 10, front and back
Check	Front	Back
Centering	9.5	9.5
Corners	10	10
Edges	10	10
Surface	9.5	9.5

What the AI found

Flaws visible at the photo's resolution. A grader under magnification may find more. Marks on the photos show the area named, not an exact spot.

No defects listed at this photo resolution.

What this card sells for

An estimate from recent listings, not an appraisal. Prices in USD.

Graded

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No comparable graded sales

Raw, ungraded

$1.75

1 listing

Grading premium

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Graded average over raw average

Estimate from eBay listings after removing bundles, wrong sets and outliers. Small samples move a lot.

Reference used to identify the card

The card was matched against this image from eBay. It only confirms which card it is; the grade comes from your photos.

2026 Topps Series 1 SHOHEI OHTANI Stars of MLB #SMLB-9 Graded PXG 10 Gem psa

About this card

Background compiled from public web sources. Check it before you buy or sell.

Market outlook

Rising Outlook 8/10

Ohtani's ongoing dominance and Dodgers success fuel collector demand for new inserts; no sales data yet but parallels to hot 2025 releases.

Next months. Price stabilization with initial pop from unboxings, potential spike on first graded sales.

Long term. Strong appreciation as Ohtani chase card in 2026 Topps flagship inserts.

History

Shohei Ohtani is a Japanese professional baseball player for the Los Angeles Dodgers, renowned as a two-way superstar excelling as both pitcher and hitter, achieving back-to-back MVP awards and historic 50/50 season.

2026 Topps Stars of MLB set, released early 2026 as part of the 75th anniversary Series-1 lineup.

Features Ohtani in Dodgers uniform as Stars of MLB insert SMLB-9
Foilfractor variant noted in listings
Part of Topps' ongoing Ohtani card dominance with 160+ variations in recent sets

Rarity and print run

Tier: Ultra Rare
Print run: Low
First printed in: 2026 Topps Stars of MLB
Demand: Very High
Supply: Scarce

Foilfractor parallel on insert
Print run listed as 1 indicating short print or SSP
Part of limited Stars of MLB insert set

Collector notes

Condition. Check for print defects on foilfractor surface, edge chipping common on inserts, centering issues from Topps production; inspect for scratches on reflective foil.

Storage. Use semi-rigid top-loaders with sleeves for foil protection, store in cool dry place away from sunlight to prevent foil oxidation, avoid stacking with heavy cards.

Authenticity. Verify Topps holograms and card stock thickness; check serial numbering if present (print run listed as 1 suggests possible short print); cross-reference with eBay ePID or PriceCharting ID 11899829; graded/graded grading recommended for high-value copies.

Sources: sportscardspro.com, sportscardinvestor.com, youtube.com, etsy.com

Card details

Name: Shohei Ohtani
Game: Baseball
Set: Topps Series 1 (SMLB)
Number: SMLB-9
Year: 2025
Rarity: Insert
Language: English
Manufacturer: Topps
Illustrator: N/A
Identification: Matched on eBay
Certificate: #DDB694E69C6F
Graded on: Apr 6, 2026
Views: 373

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