The 2000 Upper Deck baseball card set is considered one of the most valuable releases from the legendary card maker in the late 90s and early 2000s. While it did not have the star power of sets from the late 80s and early 90s, there were still many valuable rookie and serially numbered cards that have stood the test of time. Let’s take a look at some of the most valuable cards collectors search for from the 2000 Upper Deck baseball release over two decades later.

Kerry Wood Rated Rookie (#178) – Kerry Wood had one of the most dominant rookie seasons in baseball history in 1998, striking out 20 batters in a game. His rated rookie card remains a key chase for Cubs fans and collectors of star pitchers. High grade PSA 10 examples have sold for over $500 in recent years. PSA 9 copies still fetch around $100-200 depending on the market.

Vladimir Guerrero Rated Rookie (#256) – Vlad the Mad Russian burst onto the scene in 1996 and was one of the most exciting young players in baseball during the late 90s/early 2000s. His rated rookie is one of the tougher Upper Deck cards to find in high grades. PSA 10s have sold for $300-400, with PSA 9s in the $75-150 range.

Brad Lidge Rated Rookie (#287) – While he didn’t emerge as a star closer until later in his career, Lidge’s rookie card has grown in demand due to his memorable postseason moments both positive and negative. High grade PSA 10s have topped $150 with most PSA 9s $50-100 based on recent eBay sales.

Derek Jeter #350 Gold Parallel (#/2002) – Jeter was already a 5-time All-Star and 4-time World Series champ by 2000, so this serially numbered parallel caught the attention of collectors. Only 2002 copies were printed in gold. High grade PSA 10’s have reached the $500-700 range in recent group breaks and auctions. PSA 9’s are $150-300.

Ichiro Suzuki Rated Rookie (#351) – Ichiro took MLB by storm in 2001 by breaking the single season hits record. His rookie card remains the key card for Mariners fans and collectors of the Japanese star. Gem mint PSA 10’s have exceeded $1000. Near mint PSA 9’s command $250-500 based on recent verified sales.

Angel Berroa Rated Rookie (#492) – Berroa won AL Rookie of the Year honors in 2003 after a hot start to his career with the Royals. While he didn’t sustain that success, his rated rookie card experienced a surge in demand from Royals PC collectors. PSA 10’s have topped $300 with most PSA 9’s in the $75-150 range.

Jason Giambi #589 Gold Parallel (#/2002) – Giambi was already an All-Star and MVP by 2000 after breaking out with Oakland. Like the Jeter, only 2002 copies were printed in gold. High end examples have changed hands for $400-600 slabs. Most PSA 9’s fall in the $150-300 range.

Brad Wilkerson Rated Rookie (#606) – The 1998 first overall draft pick showed promise early in his career playing for Montreal. His rookie is a favorite for Expos collectors. PSA 10’s have brought over $150 with most PSA 9’s $50-100 dependent on year.

Bobby Abreu Rated Rookie (#697) – Abreu emerged as a gold glove outfielder and consistent .300 hitter over a long MLB career. His rated rookie has grown in demand from Phillies PC collectors. PSA 10’s have topped out near $250 with most PSA 9’s fetching $75-150.

Juan Gonzalez #799 Gold Parallel (#/2002) – Gonzalez was a two-time AL MVP and arguably the most feared power hitter in baseball during the 90s. The gold parallel remains a high-end chase. PSA 10 examples have sold for north of $600. Most PSA 9’s in the $200-400 range.

There are also several low print parallel and memorabilia cards from 2000 Upper Deck that can exceed $1000 PSA 10 value like the Ben Sheets Autograph (#/250) and Derek Jeter Autograph (#/999). The 2000 release remains a go-to set for collectors two decades later thanks to popular rookies, serially numbered parallels of stars, and general scarcity of high grade examples overall. While it lacks the rookie class of earlier sets, there are still many valuable chase cards that excite collectors today.