Hyeseong Kim has stepped into the Major League Baseball spotlight in the kind of dramatic fashion every young player dreams of just as he’s starting out. Over at Chavez Ravine, where the Los Angeles Dodgers play their home games, fans have been buzzing about their new Korean wunderkind. An impressive batting average and undeniable on-field charisma quickly earned the 21-year-old rookie a place in their hearts. But it was his first major league home run that really hit a home run with fans and admirers alike.
Just as the sun began to dip towards the horizon in the third inning of a 9–3 victory over the A’s, Kim sent a clean, solo shot sailing 385 feet through the warm evening air. It wasn’t just the ball that soared that day; Kim’s potential within the Dodgers lineup rocketed too. Kim, with a batting average of .360 and an OPS of .840, has been showcasing skills that suggest he might soon be a household name.
Recognizing the poignancy of Kim’s inaugural homer, Topps Now—a brand famous for preserving and celebrating the defining moments of the baseball world in real-time—decided to commemorate the occasion in true Topps fashion. And they did so by creating not just a milestone card but also an iconic collector’s item: Kim’s very first autograph card.
In true Topps Now style, they unveiled a special drop that’s sure to make collectors’ hands itch with anticipation. The release includes the standard photo commemorative card, but ups the ante with a series of limited-edition autographed cards. Among these, the pièce de résistance is a single 1-of-1 on-card autograph, uniquely inscribed with “First Home Run.” It comes hidden within a redemption, tossed randomly into one of countless packs. Possessing this particular card not only ties the holder to a historic Dodgers moment but also potentially links them to the career of a burgeoning franchise player.
But fear not if you don’t snag that one-of-a-kind jewel, for Topps has sprinkled additional treasures throughout this collectible collection. The release includes 15 more coveted autograph cards, tantalizingly numbered to /10 and /5.
The allure doesn’t stop there. Parallel versions of the base card entice with their dazzling array of specialty finishes:
– Gold Foil /50
– Orange Foil /25
– Black Foil /10
– Red Foil /5
– And a singular, mesmerizing 1/1 FoilFractor
Adding layers to the card chase, Topps introduces three distinct card variations: the classic base, a short-printed image alteration, and a much rarer Korean-language super short print—an eloquent salute to Kim’s heritage by capturing his trailblazing journey in style.
For those looking to get in on the action and join this cardboard chase, Topps Now has devised several tantalizing offers. Collectors can opt for the following purchasing options:
– 1 card at $11.99
– 5 cards at $49.99
– 10 cards at $89.99
– 20 cards at $169.99
Just like the fleeting moments they strive to capture, orders are only open for a short 24-hour window on the Topps website, with each card printed in accordance with the final order numbers—a rarity-laden promise that’s sure to enthrall collectors and casual fans alike.
Whether you’re a Dodgers die-hard, an ardent rookie aficionado, or simply an admirer of Kim’s remarkable ascent, this release is more than just a piece of memorabilia. It’s the chance to own a fragment of a narrative that’s already burgeoning, and undoubtedly poised for a knockout sequel. So whether your goal is to snag an autograph, land a foil finish, or simply immortalize Kim’s luminescent first-shot glory, Topps Now offers a memento that promises to stand the test of time.
