2026 Topps Series 1 Baseball Cards: Release Details, Inserts & Autographs

Darryl P. Jan 16, 2026 1:03am

What’s New

The 2026 Topps Series 1 Baseball set marks another year of the flagship release from Topps, upholding its well-established tradition. This collection includes MLB veterans, rookies, and stars and is set to hit the market in February 2026. It sticks to the familiar format with an extensive base set and a variety of inserts, parallels, autographs, and memorabilia cards.

Configuration at a Glance

  • Hobby Box: 24 packs per box, each containing 14 cards
  • Jumbo Box: 10 packs per box, each containing 46 cards
  • Each Hobby box includes 1 autograph or relic card
  • Each Jumbo box includes 1 autograph and 2 relic cards
  • Parallels come in several color variations and are serial-numbered
  • Case hits and short prints are included, though specific odds aren't provided

Key Inserts & Parallels

  • Rainbow Foil
  • Gold Foil (exclusively in Jumbo)
  • Gold (numbered to 2026)
  • Green Foilboard (numbered to 499)
  • Advanced Stat (numbered to 300)
  • Orange Foilboard (numbered to 299)
  • Red Foilboard (numbered to 199)
  • Vintage Stock (numbered to 99)
  • Independence Day (numbered to 76)
  • Black (numbered to 72, available in hobby and jumbo)
  • Mother’s Day Pink (numbered to 50)
  • Father’s Day Blue (numbered to 50)
  • Memorial Day Camo (numbered to 25)
  • Platinum (1/1)
  • Printing Plates (1/1)
  • Inserts feature 1986 Topps Baseball, Greatest Hits, Home Run Challenge, and more

Autographs & Relics

  • Autograph cards showcase both current and retired players
  • Relic cards contain game-used memorabilia swatches
  • Autograph Relics combine player signatures with memorabilia pieces
  • Some autographs and relics are available as parallels with lower serial numbers
  • Includes cut signatures and rare themed autograph sets

Collector Notes

  • Card design offers a contemporary look with full-bleed photos and team logos
  • Short prints (SP) and super short prints (SSP) are randomly inserted within packs
  • Parallels and inserts have varying print runs, with some exclusive to hobby or jumbo boxes
  • The odds for specific inserts and parallels are not specified in the available details
  • Standard Topps flagship packaging and branding remains consistent
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