Pulling an autographed card of your favorite athlete remains to be one of the most exciting moments in any collector’s life. It’s that sudden rush of adrenaline when you finally see one of your desired baseball cards right in front of you.
That’s the same case too for collectors of baseball cards whenever they land an insane pull out of nowhere. Apart from getting that player you’re hoping for, it gets even better when the signature looks better than expected. We take a look below at the sweetest-looking autographs that can be found on baseball cards.
Alex Rodriguez
After a 22-year career in the Major Leagues, Alex Rodriguez is now thriving on the business side of things. Just recently, a group in which A-Rod belongs to acquired the Minnesota Timberwolves. The baseball legend is also setting his sights on one of the most prominent card companies in the world. Panini.
In the event he manages to pull this feat off, collectors would want to have more Alex Rodriguez autographed baseball cards released to the market. His signature, just like on this 2020 Triforce Patch Auto, blends well when inscribed on the card itself. Rodriguez’s good-looking signature will definitely be an in-demand piece of memorabilia, especially when paired with Panini’s impressive card designs.
Ronald Acuña Jr.
Take a look at the current crop of baseball stars and Ronald Acuña Jr. will be one of the select few to really stand out. In a span of three seasons, the Atlanta Braves outfielder managed to win the National League Rookie of the Year, Silver Slugger Award and was named as an MLB All-Star. With his career just starting to heat up, collectors can expect a lot of great things when it comes to Acuña’s baseball cards.
That’s the same case too when it comes to his on-card signature. Acuña’s 2020 Leaf Trinity Patch Auto is a perfect example because it showcases the 23-year old’s minimalist signature on the card itself. As a result, his autographed baseball cards look more refined and stylish than his other contemporaries in the MLB.
Mike Trout
For close to a decade now, Mike Trout has been showing fans and card collectors why he is a force to be reckoned with. When it comes to runs, on base percentage, and career slugging percentage, among others, baseball enthusiasts can count on the Los Angeles Angels’ center fielder to get the job done.
It’s practically the same argument too when it comes to Mike Trout autographed baseball cards. Take his 2021 Topps Tribute Patch Auto, for example. Apart from the majestic two-color patch in it, Trout’s signature fits the overall look of the card and greatly improves it. With this kind of signature on a card, Trout’s stock in the market will surely hold up in value, especially if he retires down the line.
Fernando Tatis Jr.
At just 22 years of age, Fernando Tatis Jr. has made major strides in his young career. Apart from bagging a 14-year $340 million contract a couple of months ago, the San Diego Padres’ shortstop was also named as a first-time starter during the recent All-Star game.
With his stock on the rise, it’s only fitting that Tatis’ autographed baseball cards live up to the expectations. The good news is that they do. Proof of this is his 2020 Topps Dynasty Patch Auto, which features Tatis’ sweet-looking signature on it. As he continues to rise up through the ranks, collectors can be sure that this monster card will go up in value as well.
Shohei Ohtani
Sure, the signature on some of Shohei Ohtani’s recent autographed cards hasn’t been hot lately. In some, the 27-year old’s inscription on these cards looks like a messy set of swirls strung together. While there’s still a chance for his signature to improve, Ohtani’s cards early in his career are way better.
A good example is this 2013 BBM Facsimile Auto, which features Ohtani during his stint in Japan. While the signature isn’t actually done on the card, it’s far better-looking than his recent work. The overall style perfectly fits the card itself, making it an in-demand item in the market.
As the sport continues to gain more fans and break new ground in the card market, there will be a huge influx of autographed stock that’s going to circulate. Better get started early by grabbing these sweet-looking cards before they go up in value.
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