Future Stars Insert Appraisal

2023 Topps Series 1 Cal Raleigh Future Stars #FS-1

This is a 2023 Topps Series 1 'Future Stars' subset baseball card featuring Cal Raleigh of the Seattle Mariners. The card showcases a high-action photography layout with Raleigh in his full catcher's gear (mask, chest protector, and shin guards) set against a stadium backdrop. The card is printed on standard cardstock with a glossy finish. Notable design features include the 'Future Stars' silver holographic-style lettering across the center, a secondary portrait of Raleigh in a Mariners cap at the bottom left, and the Seattle Mariners logo at the bottom center. The 'C' position designation is visible in the bottom right corner. The Topps logo is situated in the top left corner. In terms of condition, the card appears to have relatively sharp corners and clean edges based on the visual, though there is a slight centering shift toward the top and right margins. No significant surface scratches or printing defects are immediately apparent in the image. This card represents a modern 'Future Stars' design, a staple of Topps sets for decades, used to highlight burgeoning young talent in Major League Baseball.