Detroit Tigers Baseball Card Appraisal

Spencer Torkelson Topps Baseball Card

This item is a modern baseball trading card featuring Spencer Torkelson, likely from a Topps product. The card is currently housed within a clear plastic protective sleeve, or 'top loader,' which suggests the owner is taking measures to preserve its condition. Physically, the card appears to exhibit a holographic or 'refractor' finish, visible through the iridescent shimmer and light reflections across its surface. The background design incorporates bold, abstract elements, including a prominent red-orange 'paint-stroke' effect on the right side, overlaid with at least two distinct gold-colored star shapes. The card features a clear, centered image of Spencer Torkelson in a white Detroit Tigers uniform, wearing a baseball helmet. His stance suggests he is running or in motion. The 'Topps' logo is visible in the upper left corner. The player's name, 'SPENCER TORKELSON,' is printed in white capital letters on a dark blue background stripe at the bottom of the card. The overall condition, as far as can be discerned through the protective sleeve and image clarity, appears to be good with no obvious creases, tears, or major surface imperfections. The corners seem sharp, indicating a well-preserved or recently acquired card. The holographic finish and distinctive star design suggest it could be a parallel, insert, or short print variety, which often adds to a card's collectibility and value. The card's aesthetic points to a contemporary design, likely from the early 2020s, aligning with Torkelson's professional career.