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TUESDAY AUGUST 12TH
2025 TOPPS FINEST MLB
This set continues the chromium MLB series known for vivid designs. Star pitcher Paul Skenes graces the box
cover for his first solo appearance on a Topps product. This set features busy chromium stylings with various
Refractors, plus new chase inserts and lots of autographs.
AUTOGRAPHS: ON-CARD AND STICKER ?
SET SIZE: 300
10 CARD PER PACK | 6 PACKS PER BOX
Each Box has; 2 Chrome Autographs
OTHER CONFIGURATIONS: NONE
Hobby Cost: $450
VERDICT: TRIPLE PLAY (3/5)

WEDNESDAY AUGUST 13TH
2025 PANINI PRIZM BASEBALL
This set takes another swing at the game's all-time greats, top prospects and more. Just like the 2024 edition,
Hobby boxes average three autographs. Although collectors won't find any MLB licensing, there should be
plenty of talent in the retired players and notable prospects. Teased signers include Iván Rodríguez, Miguel
Cabrera, Rintaro Sasaki and Travis Bazzana.
AUTOGRAPHS: STICKER
SET SIZE: 300
12 CARD PER PACK | 12 PACKS PER BOX
Each Box has; 3 Autographs, and 12 Inserts
OTHER CONFIGURATIONS: NONE
Hobby Cost: $175
VERDICT: JUUUUST A BIT OUTSIDE (2/5)

2024 – 2025 UPPER DECK SP AUTHENTIC HOCKEY
A long-running favorite for NHL collectors this set checklist caters to the latest rookie class alongside current
stars and retired greats. As has been the case for years, 2024-25 SP Authentic Hockey continues its Upper Deck
Bounty program that rewards collectors for completing the entire Spectrum FX insert. If you are among the
first 50 to finish the set, the award is a Spectrum FX Bounty Award set (9 cards), Gold Spectrum FX set (100
cards) and a surprise bonus. Those falling outside of the first 50 will receive just the nine-card Spectrum FX
Bounty Award set.
AUTOGRAPHS: ON-CARD
SET SIZE: 100
9 CARD PER PACK | 10 PACKS PER BOX
Each Box has; 1 future watch Autograph, 1 Additional Autograph, 1 Spectrum FX Bounty Insert, 1 numbered Insert of
Rare Tech Insert, and 10 Limited Red Parallels
OTHER CONFIGURATIONS: NONE
Hobby Cost: $160
VERDICT: FLYING V (5/5)

THURSDAY AUGUST 14TH
2024 – 2025 TOPPS FINEST BASKETBALL
Offering a second straight collecting season for the rebooted brand, this set highlights past and present NBA
stars with the typical Finest style. This is expected to be the final Finest release without NBA logos. The Topps
presales took place on July 22, 2025, with a price of $119.99 per Hobby box. Last year, Hobby boxes sold for
$229.99.
AUTOGRAPHS: STICKER
SET SIZE: 300
10 CARD PER PACK | 6 PACKS PER BOX
Each Box has; 2 Autographs, 6 Uncommon Base, 2 Rare Base, 12 Base Parallels, and 10 inserts
OTHER CONFIGURATIONS: BREAKER DELIGHT BOXES
Hobby Cost: $130
VERDICT: BOOM GOES THE DYNAMITE (3/5)

FRIDAY AUGUST 15TH
2024 – 2025 PANINI NATIONAL TREASURES NBA
This set remains one of the biggest releases of the year for NBA collectors. Hobby boxes are slightly smaller
than last year, dropping from 10 cards to 9 cards per box.
AUTOGRAPHS: ON-CARD
SET SIZE: 100
9 CARD PER PACK | 1 PACKS PER BOX
Each Box has; 4 Autographs, 4 Relics, 1 Base/Parallel
OTHER CONFIGURATIONS: FOTL
Hobby Cost: $3200 ?
VERDICT: BETTER GET MY DONUTS (2/5)