If you're searching for the most exciting and fast-rising sports cards on the market, you've landed in the right place. The sports card hobby continues to surge with momentum, powered by emerging MLB stars, NFL preseason buzz, and iconic legends gaining renewed attention. Whether you’re a seasoned investor looking for high-upside targets or a passionate collector chasing the next breakout rookie, this week’s top picks deliver real opportunity.
In this article, we break down the Sports Card Investor's Top 5 from the week of July 20th. From Cal Raleigh’s league-leading power streak to Bryan Woo’s dominant stretch, these cards are making serious moves in the marketplace, and collectors are responding fast.
Supported by real-time data from Sports Card Investor and Market Movers, this breakdown is your guide to the cards generating buzz, fueling bidding wars, and setting trends in the modern hobby. Let’s dive into the week’s hottest cards now.
📊 Market Snapshot:
The sports card market continues to gain traction, showing strong signs of growth and resilience. According to the latest data from the SEI 500 Index, which monitors 500 of the most prominent sports cards across all major sports, the momentum remains steady and promising. Over the past week, the market climbed nearly 1%, with gains surpassing 5% over the last 30 days. Even more impressive, the index is up almost 10% year-to-date, outpacing the S&P 500 and reaffirming sports cards as a rising asset class. With numbers like these, it’s clear that collector confidence is running high. Now, let’s take a closer look at the cards making the biggest moves this week. As the National Sports Collectors Convention approaches in just a few weeks, with Topps Chrome Baseball freshly released and a massive announcement expected on The Geoff Wilson Show, this is shaping up to be one of the most electrifying stretches of the year for card investors.
🔥 Top 5 Sports Cards Heating Up (Week of July 20th, 2025)
#5: Bryan Woo
Team: Seattle Mariners
Card Focus: 2024 Topps Chrome Auto, Bowman Chrome /499, Topps Black
Woo’s near no-hitter at Yankee Stadium made waves, and his 8-4 record with a 2.75 ERA makes it clear he’s no fluke. Collectors are buying in.
Card surge:
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2024 Topps Chrome Auto PSA 10: $66 ➡️ $100 (↑51%)
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Bowman Chrome Refractor Auto /499 (Raw): Doubled
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Topps Chrome Black Auto (Raw): +137% this week
Outlook: Woo’s dominant stretch and rising national profile are fueling a fast-growing card market, especially for rookie autos and low-numbered parallels.
#4: Jaxson Dart
Team: New York Giants
Card Focus: 2022/2024 Bowman Chrome U Auto, Select XRC Prism
Dart isn’t a household name yet. But with early viral highlights like a jet-ski throw and strong NFL training camp buzz, he’s got momentum. He’s being groomed as a potential starter, and the hobby is paying close attention.
Card movement:
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2022 Bowman Chrome U Prospect Auto (Raw): $63 ➡️ $70 (↑11%)
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2024 Bowman Chrome U Auto (Raw): $62 ➡️ $75 (↑20%)
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2024 Select XRC Prism (Raw): $191 ➡️ $290 (↑51%)
What to watch: While still speculative, Dart’s athleticism and buzz could make him a preseason breakout name, especially in deeper QB draft classes.
#3: Jared Goff
Team: Detroit Lions
Card Focus: 2016 Donruss/Optic Rated Rookie, Prizm, 2024 Kaboom
Fresh off a 15–2 season and a deep playoff run, Goff is gaining newfound respect, and his cards are finally reflecting it. With 4,629 yards and 37 TDs last season and a starring role in Netflix’s Quarterback, the hype is real.
Recent card spikes:
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2016 Donruss Rated Rookie PSA 10: $31 ➡️ $50 (↑61%)
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2016 Optic PSA 10: Up 18%
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Silver Prizm (Raw): $19 ➡️ $42 (↑121%)
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2024 Absolute Kaboom (Raw): $343 ➡️ $445 (↑30%)
Investor takeaway: Preseason is a key window for QB card speculation, and Goff is trending up with both performance and media buzz backing him.
#2: Junior Caminero
Team: Tampa Bay Rays
Card Focus: 2023 Bowman Chrome Auto /499, Sapphire, Home Field Advantage
Junior Caminero continues to impress with big-league poise and jaw-dropping power. After a stellar showing in the Home Run Derby (runner-up), he’s racked up 25 HRs and 64 RBIs this season, cementing himself as one of the AL's brightest young stars.
Card gains this week:
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2023 Bowman Chrome Refractor Auto /499 PSA 10: $425 ➡️ $666 (↑57%)
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2023 Bowman Sapphire PSA 10: Up 38%
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2024 Topps Update Home Field Advantage: Gained 52%
Why collectors are excited: Caminero’s youth, raw power, and prospect pedigree make his cards highly investable, with more growth likely if the Rays stay in contention.
#1: Cal Raleigh
Team: Seattle Mariners
Card Focus: 2019 Bowman Chrome 1st Auto, Topps Chrome Refractors
Cal Raleigh known to fans as “The Big Dumper” has emerged as the face of Seattle’s power surge. Leading the majors with 38 home runs and 83 RBIs, Raleigh took home the Home Run Derby crown and hasn’t slowed down since.
Card market reaction:
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2019 Bowman Chrome 1st Auto PSA 10: Jumped from $1,037 to $1,603 (↑19%)
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Refractor Auto PSA 10: Skyrocketed from $1,000 to $1,800 (↑80%)
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Topps Chrome Refractors (Raw): Up 80-100% across multiple parallels
Why it’s hot: Switch-hitting power, catcher position scarcity, and rising fan popularity make Raleigh a legitimate long-term investment with short-term upside.
📌 Wrap-Up: Stay Sharp, Collect Smart
The sports card market is sizzling this week, from power-hitting catchers and pitching phenoms to vintage icons and rookie QBs gaining steam. Cal Raleigh and Junior Caminero are pushing baseball values sky-high, while Jared Goff and Jaxson Dart are making NFL collectors take notice. Meanwhile, Bryan Woo’s meteoric rise and Staubach’s classic value round out a red-hot week.
With The National just days away and major hobby news dropping soon, now’s the time to track the market closely, watch the momentum, and make your moves.
Stay ahead, stay informed, and happy collecting!
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