Collect 2026 Topps Series 1 Baseball Rookies
For 75 years, Topps Baseball has been the stage where tomorrow’s legends make their first cardboard appearance. From iconic rookies who defined generations to modern stars who reshaped the game, Series 1 has always been where it begins.
As Topps celebrates its 75th Anniversary in 2026, this year’s Series 1 rookie class carries that legacy forward—bringing fresh talent, big-league buzz, and the next wave of names collectors will be chasing for years to come.
These are the top rookies featured in 2026 Topps Series 1 Baseball.
The top rookies in 2026 Topps Series 1 Baseball include Roman Anthony, Jac Caglianone, Jacob Misiorowski, Colson Montgomery, and Samuel Basallo. Released during Topps’ 75th Anniversary, this rookie class blends early MLB impact with long-term Hobby appeal, making Series 1 a key release for collectors.
2026 Topps Series 1 Baseball Rookies
2026 Topps Series 1 Baseball #189 Roman Anthony RC
player Info
• no. 79 pick in the 2022 mlb draft
• finished third in the 2025 al rookie of the year race
• made mlb debut on june 9, 2025
Set Info
• 350 base cards
what they said
• “Just watching not only the highlights and all that, but watching what he’s doing offensively, it’s been impressive. And we knew this about him. The way he controls the strike zone, how hard he hits the ball.” – red sox manager alex cora
2026 Topps Series 1 Baseball #138 Jac Caglianone RC
player Info
• no. 6 pick in the 2024 mlb draft
• 2024 john olerud award winner
• made mlb debut on june 3, 2025
Set Info
• 350 base cards
What They Said
• “One of the reasons we’re pretty optimistic about the team is because of Jac and this being his second year in the Major Leagues.” – Royals GM J.J. Picollo
2026 Topps Series 1 Baseball #10 Jacob Misiorowski RC
player Info
• no. 63 pick in the 2022 mlb draft
• made mlb debut on june 12, 2025
• 2025 all-star
set Info
• 300 base cards
What They Said
• “He’s another great talent.” – former braves manager brian snitker
2026 Topps Series 1 Baseball #157 Colson Montgomery RC
player info
• no. 22 pick in the 2021 mlb draft
• made mlb debut on july 4, 2025
• finished fifth for 2025 al rookie of the year
Set Info
• 300 base cards
What They Said
• “He surpassed every expectation from everybody. That was crazy.” – White Sox third baseman Miguel Vargas
2026 Topps Series 1 Baseball #104 Samuel Basallo RC
player Info
• 2023 Carolina League Most Valuable Player Award and Top MLB Prospect Award
• made mlb debut on August 17, 2025,
• signed with the orioles in 2021
Set Info
• 350 base cards
what they said
• “I’m looking forward to going out there every day, working hard to earn my spot and doing what I can to help the team.” – Samuel Basallo
2026 Topps Series 1 Baseball #4 Jonah Tong RC
player Info
• no. 209 pick in the 2022 mlb draft
• won first career outing
• made mlb debut on August 29, 2025
Set Info
• 350 base cards
what they said
• “Taken in the seventh round of the 2022 Draft, Tong has been one of the Mets’ best developmental stories in recent years. Originally slated to head to North Dakota State, he used experiences at Georgia Premier Academy and the MLB Draft League to vault into Draft discussions.” – mlb.com
2026 Topps Series 1 Baseball Collector FAQs
- What does RC mean on Topps cards?
- RC stands for “Rookie Card,” indicating a player’s first official MLB card in a Flagship Topps release.
- When does 2026 Topps Series 1 Baseball release?
- February 11, 2026.
- What’s included in the Topps Series 1 base set?
- The base set features 350 cards, including current MLB stars, rookies, Future Stars, League Leaders, and team cards — the first wave of the Flagship set.
- What kinds of cards beyond base rookies does Series 1 include?
- In addition to base and rookie cards, Series 1 also includes numerous parallels, insert sets, autograph cards, and memorabilia relics across multiple retail and Hobby boxes.
- Does Topps Series 1 still focus on “rookie cards”?
- Yes — Series 1 traditionally includes many of the first major league rookie cards for players who debuted before the cutoff for that year’s release.
Key Facts
- Topps Series 1 is the Flagship rookie release each MLB season
- 2026 marks Topps’ 75th Anniversary
- Rookie cards span 300–350 card base sets
- Multiple players debuted during the 2025 MLB season
