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2026 Leaf Metal Draft Baseball Hobby Box
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What are these options?
- Hobby Box
- The full-size box sold through card shops rather than big-box stores. It has the most packs and the best odds, and most modern hobby boxes guarantee at least one autograph or memorabilia card. Pack and card counts vary by product line. Older listings sometimes call this a wax box.
- Hobby Jumbo Box
- More cards in fewer, oversized packs than a regular hobby box, usually with extra guaranteed hits. It suits collectors who want volume and hits in one buy. Topps calls this tier HTA, short for Home Team Advantage, its hobby-store program.
- Cases
- The factory-sealed carton a product ships in, holding a set number of boxes. A full case is the whole carton; an inner case is a smaller sealed block from inside it. Case buyers get untouched pack sequencing and a lower price per box. Some rare cards are seeded about once per case, which is what collectors mean by a case hit.
| Format | In USAUSD | In CanadaCAD | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hobby Box |  |
$110 | ||
| Hobby Jumbo Box |  |
$175 | ||
| Hobby Box Case (12) | |
$1,300, $108 per box | ||
| Hobby Jumbo Box Case jumbo (8) | |
$1,425, $178 per box | ||
These are the best prices we could find for this product across the 5 retailers we follow for 2026 Leaf Metal Draft, checked daily. Prices move constantly and stock sells out; always confirm on the retailer’s own page before buying.
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Frequently asked
Who's 2026 Leaf Metal Draft for?
For collectors who want hits without Cup money. Figure on an auto or relic every box or two, with rookies you'll actually recognize.
What makes 2026 Leaf Metal Draft Edition different from the standard 2026 Leaf Metal Baseball?
Draft Edition is 100% autographed, whereas the standard product mixes autos with base and inserts. Draft Edition also focuses exclusively on draft-themed content and prospects, while the standard product includes a broader mix of current and retired players.
Who are the key rookie prospects to chase?
Top prospects include Roch Cholowsky (potential 2026 #1 pick), Dax Whitney (potential 2027 #1 pick), A.J. Gracia, Justin Lebron, Jackson Flora, Jacob Lombard, Cameron Flukey, Drew Burress, and Vahn Lackey. All appear on multiple insert sets.
What's the difference between hobby and mega boxes?
Hobby boxes contain 1 pack of 9 cards with 9 autographs. Mega boxes contain 1 pack of 14 cards with 14 autographs. The 1960 Leaf retro parallel is exclusive to mega boxes.
Are there any multi-signed cards?
Yes. Draft Rewind cards feature four signatures from legends drafted in the same year. Draft Duos and Draft To The Future are dual-signed prospect cards.
What legends are featured in the product?
Bo Jackson, Don Mattingly, Eddie Murray, George Brett, Greg Maddux, John Elway, Johnny Bench, Mike Piazza, Mike Schmidt, Nolan Ryan, Paul Skenes, Reggie Jackson, and Ryne Sandberg appear primarily in the Draft Past insert set.
Are there any special design elements?
Yes. The product includes vibrant Metal technology, clear acetate cards, die-cut designs (Liquid Fire), and retro parallels (1960 Leaf, 1992 Leaf Black Gold). America's Pastime Prospects features Americana themes for the 250th birthday celebration.
How many cards are in the base autograph checklist?
The Base Autographs checklist has 50 cards, all prospects. Additional autograph-only sets like 1960 Leaf (49 cards), 1992 Leaf Black Gold (50 cards), and America's Pastime Prospects (49 cards) expand the total pull options.
What are the best inserts in 2026 Leaf Metal Draft?
Worth keeping an eye out for: Base Autographs, Draft Past, Draft Class '27, 1960 Leaf, 1992 Leaf Black Gold, Draft Rewind.
When did 2026 Leaf Metal Draft come out?
It dropped July 10, 2026.
What's in a 2026 Leaf Metal Draft hobby box?
Hobby box: 1 pack, 9 cards per pack, 9 autographs per box. Mega box: 1 pack, 14 cards per pack, 14 autographs per box. 12 hobby boxes or 8 mega boxes per case.
What's the cheapest 2026 Leaf Metal Draft hobby box right now?
Cheapest we're tracking is $109.95 USD. Prices update daily, and the trend arrow on this page shows which way it's been moving.
Where can I buy 2026 Leaf Metal Draft?
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.
2026 Leaf Metal Draft Baseball
2026 Leaf Metal Draft Edition Baseball is an autograph-heavy product focused on MLB Draft prospects, past draftees, and legends. Every card in the set is signed, with top prospects like Roch Cholowsky, A.J. Gracia, Justin Lebron, and Dax Whitney leading the checklist alongside Hall of Famers like Bo Jackson, Mike Schmidt, and George Brett.
Autographs
9 Autographs per box on average
Inserts to watch
- Base Autographs 50-card checklist of rising prospects including Roch Cholowsky, A.J. Gracia, Justin Lebron, and others; the foundation of the product.
- Draft Past Legends primarily drafted in the 1970s-1980s, featuring Bo Jackson, Don Mattingly, Eddie Murray, George Brett, Greg Maddux, Johnny Bench, Mike Piazza, Mike Schmidt, Nolan Ryan, and Reggie Jackson.
- Draft Class '27 Amateurs projected as top picks in the 2027 MLB Draft, with both regular and acetate (PETG) versions.
- 1960 Leaf Retro parallel design exclusive to mega boxes, giving prospects a vintage look.
- 1992 Leaf Black Gold Retro parallel design available in both hobby and mega boxes.
- Draft Rewind Four-signature cards featuring legends from the same draft class, front-and-back design.
- Draft Duos / Draft To The Future Dual-signed prospect cards pairing rising talent.
Fast facts
- Released
- July 10, 2026
- Box config
- Hobby box: 1 pack, 9 cards per pack, 9 autographs per box. Mega box: 1 pack, 14 cards per pack, 14 autographs per box. 12 hobby boxes or 8 mega boxes per case.
Last 30 days
Canadian prices in CAD, American in USD. A break in a price line means every shop was sold out that day; a day we did not scrape carries the last known price forward.