2012 Topps Series 1 Baseball doesn't have the retired legends variations like they in previous sets, instead making the focal point of their shortprint checklist centered around today's stars and superstars. had for the past few years. There are a total of 22 short prints in 2012 Topps Series 1 Baseball. Falling just two per hobby case, they're difficult to find but not impossible and add strong chase element and value-add at a very reasonable price point.for those who find them.
A common theme among many of the short prints is dugout antics and celebrations. From mascot interactions to Gatorade baths, this year's short prints are certainly playful. Also interesting to note is that several of the cards are numbered above 330, likely reserving their spot on the 2012 Topps Series 2 Baseball checklist.
The Albert Pujols and Jose Reyes Short Prints are particularly valuable and hard to find, but are not so expensive that set builders will have to break the bank to build their 2012 Topps Baseball Card Sets. Below you will find a visual checklist outlining the entire Short Print Checklist, along with links to purchase the short prints.
1. Ryan Braun, Milwaukee Brewers
35. Eric Hosmer, Kansas City Royals - with Teammates
35. Eric Hosmer, Kansas City Royals - Gatorade Bath
76. Ian Kennedy, Arizona Diamondbacks
93. Skip Schumaker, St. Louis Cardinals - Rally Squirrel
145. Billy Butler, Kansas City Royals
165. Michael Morse, Washington Nationals
173. Ryan Roberts, Arizona Diamondbacks
185. Pablo Sandoval, San Francisco Giants - Pirates Mascot
185. Pablo Sandoval, San Francisco Giants - Padres Mascot
188. Bobby Abreu, Arizona Diamondbacks
215. Freddie Freeman, Atlanta Braves
256. Mat Latos, San Diego Padres
270. Starlin Castro, Chicago Cubs
308. Mike Leake, Cincinnati Reds
331. Albert Pujols, Los Angeles Angels
332. Jose Reyes, Miami Marlins
400. Robinson Cano, New York Yankees
411. Tsuyoshi Nishioka, Minnesota Twins
421. Heath Bell, San Diego Padres
450. Justin Upton, Arizona Diamondbacks
470. Howie Kendrick, Los Angeles Angels
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