Topps signs Japanese star Shohei Ohtani to long-term autograph deal

BlowoutBuzz · 01-08-2018, 10:44 AM

Major League Baseball’s new international star will sign for Topps.

Los Angeles Angels star Shohei Ohtani will have autographs from the company in packs before spring training, according to a deal announced on Monday morning.

“Getting a deal with Shohei Ohtani was a priority for us because we want the best for our Topps fans,” said David Leiner, Topps Global General Manager, Sports & Entertainment. “Ohtani is a dynamic two-way player who has gained a lot of attention because of his incredible talent. We are thrilled to offer his trading cards and autographed cards to baseball fans.”

Terms of the deal were not disclosed, nor was it noted as an exclusive — just a “trading card and long-term autograph deal.” If he immediately begins his time in the majors with the Angels, which appears to be a lock, he’ll be eligible for any MLB products from the company, not just its Bowman prospect products. A debut product was not noted by the company.

“He’s an incredible talent that transcends baseball and we’re exciting for him to join a long list of great baseball players who have Topps Rookie Cards,” Leiner said.

As noted previously here on The Buzz, Ohtani will have autographs in 2018 Donruss packs from Panini America when it arrives in March.

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jdhaugh11 · 02-01-2018, 09:47 AM

I was hoping Topps could have at least put a base RC of his in Series 1

I guess Series 1 is so easy to sell, they knew they could hold off putting him in the product.

KB81 · 02-08-2018, 12:06 PM

Will he have an auto in Heritage or a non auto SP\SSP?

jdhaugh11 · 02-14-2018, 10:29 AM

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Originally Posted by KB81

Will he have an auto in Heritage or a non auto SP\SSP?

Yes he will have his first auto in Heritage, here is a link to the photo of the card:
https://www.blowoutcards.com/blog/

KB81 · 02-14-2018, 10:39 AM

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Originally Posted by jdhaugh11

Yes he will have his first auto in Heritage, here is a link to the photo of the card:
https://www.blowoutcards.com/blog/

Saw yesterday - thank you. Looking forward to Heritage!

cardfiend2018 · 02-23-2018, 08:36 PM

Can't wait for him to be on the mound when the Angels play the Yankees. Ohtani-Judge matchup. Hobby heads will explode everywhere....

NameWasUsed · 07-22-2018, 09:46 PM

I hadn't really payed attention to the 'market aspect' in the past decade or so.
It's so... odd that they sign an autograph deal with a specific company. I mean I get it, money, but it's bad for the card business and the MLBs overall branding in my opinion.

hungrycollegek · 04-02-2019, 08:54 AM

This is like Jordan and Lebron being exclusive with Upper Deck. If Topps loses baseball to Panini this will suck for collectors.

cardstocollect · 12-10-2019, 06:31 PM

I'm on board.

glen87 · 12-10-2019, 06:39 PM

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Originally Posted by cardstocollect

I'm on board.

BlowoutBuzz · 12-12-2019, 06:31 PM

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Boo · 07-26-2021, 06:33 AM

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Originally Posted by sanbora

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Mrhenrychan · 08-21-2021, 01:58 PM

I guess long term means 3 years...

Archangel1775 · 08-27-2021, 04:10 AM

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Originally Posted by Mrhenrychan

I guess long term means 3 years...

The deal would be separate from the MLBPA. While you'll still see no logo cards from Fanatics in 2023, you wont see Ohtani if it's truly long term.

nothinbefore · 08-29-2022, 05:13 AM

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Originally Posted by Archangel1775

The deal would be separate from the MLBPA. While you'll still see no logo cards from Fanatics in 2023, you wont see Ohtani if it's truly long term.

so hold onto those ohtani cards

will be like jordan upperdeck situation

lebron in the same boat too..hold those rare cards

01-08-2018, 10:44 AM	#1
BlowoutBuzz Member Join Date: Oct 2015 Posts: 13,064	Topps signs Japanese star Shohei Ohtani to long-term autograph deal Major League Baseball’s new international star will sign for Topps. Los Angeles Angels star Shohei Ohtani will have autographs from the company in packs before spring training, according to a deal announced on Monday morning. “Getting a deal with Shohei Ohtani was a priority for us because we want the best for our Topps fans,” said David Leiner, Topps Global General Manager, Sports & Entertainment. “Ohtani is a dynamic two-way player who has gained a lot of attention because of his incredible talent. We are thrilled to offer his trading cards and autographed cards to baseball fans.” Terms of the deal were not disclosed, nor was it noted as an exclusive — just a “trading card and long-term autograph deal.” If he immediately begins his time in the majors with the Angels, which appears to be a lock, he’ll be eligible for any MLB products from the company, not just its Bowman prospect products. A debut product was not noted by the company. “He’s an incredible talent that transcends baseball and we’re exciting for him to join a long list of great baseball players who have Topps Rookie Cards,” Leiner said. As noted previously here on The Buzz, Ohtani will have autographs in 2018 Donruss packs from Panini America when it arrives in March. Follow Buzz on Twitter @BlowoutBuzz or send email to BlowoutBuzz@blowoutcards.com. >> Click here to buy cards on BlowoutCards.com __________________ www.blowoutbuzz.com >>><<< Got something cool or interesting that might be worth a story? Know someone whose collection could be profiled? Send me a DM.

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02-23-2018, 08:36 PM	#6
cardfiend2018 Member Join Date: Feb 2018 Posts: 11	match made in heaven? Can't wait for him to be on the mound when the Angels play the Yankees. Ohtani-Judge matchup. Hobby heads will explode everywhere....

07-22-2018, 09:46 PM	#7
NameWasUsed Member Join Date: Jun 2018 Location: Los Angeles, California Posts: 2	I hadn't really payed attention to the 'market aspect' in the past decade or so. It's so... odd that they sign an autograph deal with a specific company. I mean I get it, money, but it's bad for the card business and the MLBs overall branding in my opinion. __________________ Lowkey tho, keep up with me at: NameWasUsed: Instagram/ Skype/ SmugMug/ Indorse/ ong/ Discogs/ Last.FM TwerkToSpec: Youtube/ Facebook/ LinkedIn/ DTube/ SteemIT/ Sapien/ DailyMotion/ Vimeo/ Twitch

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jdhaugh11 Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Iowa Posts: 9,818 jdhaugh11 Jdhaugh11	I was hoping Topps could have at least put a base RC of his in Series 1 I guess Series 1 is so easy to sell, they knew they could hold off putting him in the product.

12-10-2019, 06:31 PM	#9
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