The 2023 Bowman Baseball set was released in late May and it didn’t take long for some cards to start gaining significant value on the secondary market. As with every new Bowman release, prospect autos and parallels of top young players are in high demand. Several cards have already eclipsed the $1,000 price point just a few months after release. With the hype around certain prospects and limited print runs of rare inserts, prices for the top 2023 Bowman cards are only expected to keep rising over time. Here’s a look at some of the most expensive cards from the set so far:
Julio Rodriguez Green Auto /99 ($4,000+) – Julio Rodriguez had a phenomenal rookie season with the Mariners in 2022 that saw him finish second in AL Rookie of the Year voting. His prospect status in Bowman was already sky high coming off that debut campaign. The green parallel autos from Bowman are printed to just 99 copies. Given Rodriguez’s star power and the extremely low numbered parallel, his green auto has unsurprisingly become the most in-demand and valuable card from 2023 Bowman so far.
Jasson Dominguez Gold Auto /70 ($3,500+) – Jasson Dominguez is one of the most hyped international prospects ever. Signed out of the Dominican Republic by the Yankees as a 16-year-old, “The Martian” has otherworldly tools and skills that have collectors drooling. The rarity of his gold auto at just 70 printed only adds to its appeal. Even though Dominguez is still in A-ball, his Bowman cards carry immense long-term potential.
Bobby Witt Jr. Gold Auto /70 ($3,000+) – After winning AL Rookie of the Year honors in 2022, Bobby Witt Jr. had Bowman collectors buzzing for his prospect issue cards. Like Dominguez, Witt’s gold auto parallel is limited to a tiny print run of 70 copies. His established big league success plus the extreme scarcity makes this one of the most coveted Witt cards available.
Adley Rutschman Gold Auto /70 ($2,500+) – As the top overall pick in the 2019 draft and a rising star catcher for the Orioles, Adley Rutschman entered 2023 Bowman with a huge following. His prospect pedigree and the low numbered gold parallel combine to form a highly valuable card, even after his debut season in Baltimore.
Ronald Acuña Jr. Green Auto /99 ($2,200+) – While Acuña already proved himself as a superstar, collectors love chasing his rare early Bowman parallels. His green auto from 2013 Bowman is one of the most iconic cards in the hobby. Finding an Acuña auto from any Bowman issue in a parallel as low as /99 is extremely difficult. Even at the age of 25, Acuña cards hold tremendous value.
Juan Soto Gold Auto /70 ($2,000+) – Soto may be in his prime on the field now, but collectors are always on the hunt for his early prospect issues as well. His 2013 Bowman Chrome cards were already out of reach for most budgets long before he won his first batting title. The 2023 gold parallel keeps the allure of Soto’s earliest certified autographs alive for new collectors.
Riley Greene Gold Auto /70 ($1,800+) – Riley Greene had a strong rookie campaign with the Tigers in 2022 and seems poised for stardom. As a former first round pick with plenty of tools, Greene’s prospect status was sky high in Bowman. His limited parallel autos are some of the hottest Tiger cards on the market right now.
Oneil Cruz Gold Auto /70 ($1,500+) – “El Niño” Oneil Cruz burst onto the scene with the Pirates in 2022 with his incredible power and speed for a huge shortstop. The tools that made him a top prospect are translating to the majors. His scarce gold auto keeps the buzz high around one of baseball’s most exciting young talents.
Bryce Harper Gold Auto /70 (2013) ($1,200+) – Even a near decade after his prospect days, Bryce Harper cards from his early Bowman issues hold tremendous nostalgia and value. Few parallels of his first certified autographs remain unopened. The 2013 gold parallel is a true holy grail for Harper PC collectors.
Francisco Álvarez Gold Auto /70 ($1,100+) – As the Mets’ top-ranked prospect, Francisco Álvarez is generating big hype as the potential future starting catcher. His power bat could be a force for years. The limited print gold auto captures Álvarez at the peak of his prospect status before his first full MLB season.
This covers some of the most expensive 2023 Bowman Baseball cards on the resale market so far, all topping at least $1,000. With the continued success of players like Rodriguez, Witt Jr., and others, plus the ultra-low numbered parallels, these cards are unlikely to lose value anytime soon. For collectors chasing the rarest early issues of today’s stars, high-end 2023 Bowman parallels represent some of the most desirable modern baseball cards available. Prices should remain high as the cards transition from new releases to long-term holdings and investments.
