Darren Baker
Baseball • Topps Chrome Update Series
Sport & Year
Baseball • 2024
Brand & Set
Topps - Topps Chrome Update Series
Card Number
#231
Card Type
Rookie Card
Rarity
Numbered (03/25)
Parallel Variant & Language
Orange RayWave Refractor • English
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Grade
Near Mint-Mint (NM-MT 8)
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $40 - $75; Graded (PSA 10): $150 - $225
Recent Sales
Orange refractors /25 for mid-tier rookies in 2024 Chrome Update have been selling in the $50-$100 range on eBay during launch month. As Dusty Baker's son, Darren carries a slight collectability premium.
Condition Details
The card exhibits slight top-to-bottom centering bias. Top right corner shows a very minor touch of white. Surface shows typical factory refraction but no deep scratches visible. Note: Card is 2024, user indicated 2025; card stock matches 2024 release.
Grading Recommendation
Worth grading if the surface is clean. As a serial numbered /25 rookie card, the value jump from Raw to PSA 10 is significant. Current recommendation is PSA Bulk or Value for a specimen this rare.
Card Description
Darren Baker is depicted in a Washington Nationals home white uniform and red cap, in a throwing motion. The card features the 'Nationals' vertical text on the left and a 'RC' rookie logo in the upper right. The design utilizes the Topps Chrome 70th anniversary border style with a wavy orange refractor finish.
Notable Features
Serial numbered 03/25 in the lower right; Rookie Card (RC) designation; Orange RayWave parallel; Son of legendary manager Dusty Baker.
Authentication Notes
Authentic 2024 Topps Chrome Update stock. The '03/25' stamping is consistent with Topps factory foil stamping. High gloss finish and 'Topps Chrome' logo are sharp and correctly placed.
Owner Notes
Darren Baker 2025 topps chrome update #231
Scanned: 2026-05-10T07:20:49.778807