The 2022 Bowman Chrome Baseball set has become one of the most hyped rookie card releases in recent memory since hitting eBay shelves in late August 2022. Featuring shiny refractors and color parallel versions of some of the best upcoming young talent in MLB, these cards have exploded in popularity and price among collectors.
Within the set are highly sought after rookie cards of players like Julio Rodriguez, Adley Rutschman, Bobby Witt Jr. and more. Their performances throughout the 2022 MLB season have only added to the excitement around their rookie cards. Rodriguez in particular has seen his Bowman Chrome rookies skyrocket after an impressive rookie campaign that included an All-Star selection and silver slugger award for the Seattle Mariners.
On eBay, completed auction sales for PSA 10 graded versions of Rodriguez’s chrome rookie have eclipsed $1000, with some even topping $1500-2000 depending on parallel color. Ungraded versions still command hundreds as well showing just how in demand this card has become. As one of the true breakout stars of 2022, interest in Rodriguez cards is only projected to increase further.
Adley Rutschman also impressed in his MLB debut for the Baltimore Orioles in 2022 after being a top prospect for several years. His Bowman Chrome rookies such as the purple refractor parallel /150 currently sell in the $300-500 range graded PSA 10. Even base rookie PSA 10s eclipse $100 making it a prized rookie for Orioles PC collectors. As Rutschman continues developing, these prices should only appreciate over time.
Bobby Witt Jr. exploded onto the MLB scene for the Kansas City Royals, showing off prodigious power and playing a stellar third base in his first season. His Bowman Chrome rookie cards similarly exploded in the collectibles market as a result. On eBay recently, a PSA 10 graded red refractor parallel /5 of Witt sold for an astounding $8400. Even base versions hover around $150-200 PSA 10. Collectors are betting big on Witt having a star career that drives prices ever higher.
Beyond the headliner rookies, there are also rising stars and top prospects from the 2022 Draft Class available within the Bowman Chrome set. Players like Druw Jones, Brooks Lee, Elijah Green all have shiny rookie cards that could appreciate exponentially if they live up to their potential. Even outside the true blue chip prospects, there are sleepers and later round picks that may emerge to give certain cards unforeseen value down the line.
For teams like the Dodgers, Braves, Astros and Yankees who consistently pump out star talent, collectors search their Bowman Chrome parallels and color variations for the next big rookie card find. An ungraded purple refractor of a yet unknown player could be a steal at $50-100 now but transform into a much larger investment should that player break out. This aspect of discovery makes Bowman Chrome such an enticing product to collect and trade on the secondary market.
The sheer number of highly polished refractors, pearlescent parallels and color variations within a 2022 Bowman Chrome hobby or jumbo box also serves to excite collectors. With several of the above headliner rookies and prospects available across multiple parallel types, it gives collectors multiple chances and considerable odds to pull a coveted card of value. While single boxes retail around $100, the slot machine like excitement of ripping packs lures many to gamble on a big hit.
On eBay, full unopened 2022 Bowman Chrome hobby boxes regularly sell in the $300-400 range as of this writing depending on the day. Single blaster or hanger boxes go for $60-90 still relatively under retail due to ample initial supply. As time goes by and rookies establish themselves however, these prices will rise making it a smart long term investment for those who purchase boxes now to hold.
The 2022 Bowman Chrome baseball cards available on the secondary market through eBay are among the most desirable rookie card products in recent history. Headlined by stars in the making like Rodriguez, Rutschman and Witt Jr., graded gem mint examples of their chromes are shattering records. Opportunities still exist on ungraded cards, color parallels and lower numbered refractors of these talents. Beyond the big three are countless other prospects that could emerge as future top MLB talents as well. For savvy collectors, 2022 Bowman Chrome provides a superb rookie card investment outlet through eBay.
