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2025 Topps Series 2 Baseball: Full Breakdown of What to Expect on Release Day

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The wait for 2025 Topps Series 2 Baseball is almost over. The latest installment of Topps’ flagship product is slated for release on June 11, and it’s bringing new players, fresh inserts, exclusive parallels, and more. Collectors will have their pick of Hobby, Jumbo, and Value Boxes on day one, while Mega Boxes are set to land later on June 28.

Here’s a look at what each box configuration delivers and the key features in this year’s Series 2.


Box Formats and What They Contain​

Hobby Box

  • 1 autograph or relic card
  • 1 Silver Pack bonus insert
  • 20 packs total, 12 cards per pack
Jumbo Hobby Box

  • 3 total hits per box (a mix of autographs and relics)
  • 2 Silver Packs included
  • 10 jumbo packs, each with 40 cards

New and Returning Parallels​

Topps is rolling out an extensive color range for Series 2, including some brand-new variations. Here's a snapshot of the lineup:

  • Rainbow Foil / Aqua Rainbow Foil
  • Holo Foil / Aqua Holo Foil
  • Holiday Parallels (exclusive to Value Boxes)
  • NEW: Player Number Variations – cards numbered to match the player’s jersey
  • Gold (/2025), Pink Holo (/800), Purple Holo (/250)
  • Blue Holo (/150), Green Holo (/99), Vintage Stock (/99)
  • Independence Day (/76), Canvas (/50), Gold Holo (/50)
  • Orange Holo (/25), Memorial Day Camo (/25), Wood (/25)
  • Black Holo (/10), Clear Variation (/10), NEW: All Position Variations (/9)
  • Red Holo (/5), Printing Plates (1/1)
  • Holiday Waves 1/1 (Value Box only)
  • Platinum Holo Foil (1/1)

Insert Sets to Look Out For​

Topps is bringing a fresh wave of insert concepts to Series 2 while keeping a few long-running favorites. Here are the highlights:

  • NEW: Summer Superstars, OPS Bests, Duos, All Kings
  • K Zone and K Zone SSP
  • Mega Stars (exclusive to Mega Boxes)
  • Sketch Cards (Hobby and Jumbo only)
  • First Pitch
  • 1990 Topps Baseball throwbacks
  • 1900 Topps All-Star Baseball retro set
  • Stars of the MLB

Autographs & Relic Autos​

The autograph checklist for Series 2 is loaded with variety. Look for both single and multi-signature cards, plus themed and throwback autos:

Autographs

  • Baseball Stars (Singles, Duals, Triples)
  • 1990 Topps Baseball Signatures
  • NEW: Signature Tunes Dual Autos
  • NEW: Flagship Real One Autographs
  • First Pitch and World Champion Auto sets
  • Flagship Autograph Patch Cards (Hobby & Jumbo only)
Autographed Relics

  • NEW: Heavy Lumber Autograph Relics
  • NEW: Rounding the Bases Relics (Retail only)
  • NEW: City Connect Swatch Collection Autograph Cards
  • Major League Materials Autograph and Dual Autographs
  • Flagship Patch Auto Cards (Hobby only)

Relics Without Signatures​

Series 2 also features a strong lineup of non-auto memorabilia cards, including:

  • Major League Materials
  • 1990 Topps Baseball & Topps All-Star Game relics
  • NEW: City Connect Swatch Collection
  • Rounding the Bases (Retail exclusive)
  • In the Name Relic (Hobby exclusive)

Final Thoughts

Topps is clearly going all-in with 2025 Series 2, introducing new content while honoring its classic formula. With fresh variations like Player Number and All Position parallels, plus a mix of autos, relics, and Silver Pack bonuses, this release looks like a must-rip for set builders and hit chasers alike.

Collectors can expect boxes to be available through hobby stores, online retailers, and major outlets starting June 11, with Mega Boxes arriving June 28.
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