2021

Opening Day

Topps baseball

Sold out at every shop we track, in Canada and the US.

2021 Topps Opening Day Baseball hobby box
2022
Topps Opening Day hobby box
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Frequently asked

What makes 2021 Opening Day different from flagship Topps Series 1?
Opening Day is the entry-level product with a smaller 220-card base set (vs. the full flagship lineup) and a focus on fun, ballpark-themed inserts rather than premium hits. It's designed to be more affordable and accessible while still featuring top players and rookies.
What are the key rookie cards?
Notable rookies include Cristian Pache, Alec Bohm, Eddy Alvarez, Spencer Howard, and several others. The set includes around 30+ rookie cards spread throughout the 220-card base.
Does every box have autographs or relics?
No. Unlike premium products, Opening Day doesn't guarantee hits in every box. Autographs and relics do exist but are rare pulls. When they do appear, they come as Opening Day Autographs, Ballpark Profile Autographs, or various relic themes like Diamond Relics and Turf War Diamond Relics.
What are Image Variations and how scarce are they?
Image Variations are short-print base cards with alternate photos. There are 30 of them in the set, and they're significantly more scarce than standard base cards, making them a secondary chase for collectors.
Is this a good value product?
Yes, if you're looking for an affordable way to build a base set and enjoy themed inserts without spending on premium products. It's not designed for hit-hunting, so manage expectations on autographs and relics.
What parallels are in the set?
The sources mention Blue parallels and a 1/1 Edition as one of the few long-chase elements. Print runs for non-serial parallels haven't been announced.
What are the best inserts in 2021 Topps Opening Day?
Worth keeping an eye out for: Opening Day, Mascots, Legends of Baseball, Outstanding Opening Day, Image Variations, Dugout Peeks / Walk This Way / Opening Day Origins.
When did 2021 Topps Opening Day come out?
It dropped March 24, 2021.
What's in a 2021 Topps Opening Day hobby box?
36 packs per box, 7 cards per pack
Where can I buy 2021 Topps Opening Day?
We track listings across the major North American card shops and surface the best price up top. The Buy on eBay links go through the eBay Partner Network.

2021 Topps Opening Day Baseball

2021 Topps Opening Day is an entry-level baseball set celebrating the game's best players with fun, ballpark-themed inserts. It's a smaller, more affordable alternative to flagship releases, anchored by a 220-card base set with rookie cards like Cristian Pache and Alec Bohm.

Autographs

Rare, odds not published

On average per hobby box
  1. 36 Insert cards (one per pack guaranteed)
Inserts to watch
  • Opening Day Throwback insert looking back at scenes from the earliest days of past seasons.
  • Mascots Features MLB mascots with individual autographs and relics available for select teams.
  • Legends of Baseball Celebrates greats from the game's history, aimed at teaching young collectors about past stars.
  • Outstanding Opening Day New for 2021, a themed insert celebrating memorable opening day moments.
  • Image Variations Short-print variations with alternate photos on select base cards, significantly more scarce than standard base.
  • Dugout Peeks / Walk This Way / Opening Day Origins Tougher-odds inserts with much lower pull rates than standard inserts.
Fast facts
Released
March 24, 2021
Box config
36 packs per box, 7 cards per pack
Set size
220 cards

By CardStock Editorial