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The 2019 Fernando Tatis Jr. Topps Chrome rookie card should have an outstanding ROI over the next 4 to 6 years as he enters his prime. We have a strong possibility of a World Series ring in the mix, making this Tatis Jr. rookie card even more attractive.
BUY FERNANDO TATIS JR ROOKIE CARDS ON EBAY
Fernando Tatis Jr. was born on 1/2/1999 and is the son of former MLB slugger Fernando Tatis. He made his MLB debut on 3/28/2019 vs. the San Fransico Giants and went 2 for 3.
Investment Rating: Great Buy (4.5 out of 5)
Best Fernando Tatis Jr. Rookie Card: 2016 Bowman Chrome Prospects RC #BCP17 (Shop eBay)
Ownership Disclosure: 3x 2019 Topps Chrome RC PSA 10 2x 2019 Topps Chrome RC PSA 9
Risk/Return Analysis: Moderate to High Risk/Moderate to Ultra High Return
Tatis Jr. was initially signed by the Chicago White Sox but was traded to the Padres at age 17 before ever playing a professional game (the White Sox have to be kicking themselves over that one and will be for a long, LONG time). 2020 Fernando Tatis Jr. Second Year Stats: 59 games | .277 avg. | 17 HR | 45 RBI | .937 OPS… yeah, that regression thing never worked out.
Fernando Tatis Jr. Rookie Year Stats: 84 G | .317 AVG | 22 HR | 16 SB | 53 RBIs… this kid has some talent, but some were calling for a significant regression going into his second year. Let’s take a look.
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Here are the top-rated Fernando Tatis Jr. rookie cards regarding ROI (return on investment). If you have any questions or suggestions, please email us at info@goldcardauctions.com or use the comment section.
2016 Fernando Tatis Jr. Bowman Chrome #BCP 17
This card is SICK and is our top Tatis Jr. rookie card pick. Not only is it his earliest rookie card (released in 2017), but it also shows Tatis Jr. in a Chicago Whitesox jersey. The 2016 Fernando Tatis Jr. Bowman Chrome rookie card is available in various versions, including Gold, Purple, and Green Shimmer Refractor. The refractor versions will cost more, but the standard autograph version (no refractor) is also a solid investment.
2016 Bowman Chrome Parallels: Refractor, Blue Refractor, Green Refractor, Gold Refractor, Orange Refractor /25, Red Refractor /5, SuperFractor 1/1, and Printing Plates 1/1 parallels
2019 Fernando Tatits Jr. Topps/ Topps Chrome #410 or #202 Padres RC
UPDATE: This card is added to the Best Fernando Tatis Jr. Rookie Cards list as of 2/22/2020. This card is almost equal to the 2016 Tatis Jr. Bowman Chrome card (1 vs. 1a type). We love this card, and you should 100% buy a few of these base and high-end parallels. Numbered #410, the card shows Tatis Jr. casually tossing the ball over to first base in pre-game warm-ups… a great-looking card.
2019 Topps Update Parallels: Purple, 150th Anniversary, Rainbow Foil, Gold, Independence Day /76, Black /67, Mother’s Day Pink /50, Father’s Day Blue /50, Memorial Day Camo /25, Clear /10, Platinum 1/1, Printing Plates 1/1
2019 Fernando Tatis Jr. Topps Chrome Update RC #54
We originally left this card off the list… yes we are idiots, haha. The 2019 Tatis Jr. Topps Chrome Update RC is #54 and shows Tatis Jr. jacked up, ready to take the ball profound… two words… bye-bye. His name and team name are printed at the bottom, while the Topps RC logo is placed in the top left. A great-looking card with a great-looking ROI over the last two years.
2019 Fernando Tatis Jr. Topps Heritage RC #517
The 2019 Tatis Jr. Topps Heritage rookie card is IDEAL for investors who don’t have hundreds of dollars to spend but still want a high-grade Tatis Jr. rookie card. Numbered #517, the card shows Tatis Jr. posing for the camera with the bat hanging over his right shoulder. Sound-looking card and a good-looking smile from Tatis Jr. His name is printed in the bottom left-hand corner, while his position is on the right. The Padre’s name is depicted in the top right corner.
2019 Topps Heritage Parallels: Refractor 570, Black /70, Gold /5, and SuperFractor 1/1
2019 Fernando Tatis Jr. Topps Rookie Card 150 Years 1984
We love throwback cards.
The 2019 Fernando Tatis Jr. Topps Rookie Card mimics the 1984 Topps series. Fernando Tatis Jr. is running the base path after what we can only assume is lacing a ball down the line for a double or triple. This card is also very affordable. An ungraded Fernando Tatis Jr. Topps Rookie Card (1984) can be found on eBay for around $100.
The $100 price tag may differ by a few bucks but is sure to only go up over time. We suggest buying the card and then getting it graded by PSA or BGS, as there are no graded versions of this card available on eBay now.
BONUS
- 2019 Fernando Tatis Jr. Topps Authentic RC #3D: One of the best looking Tatis Jr. cards but also rare at high grades (and expensive, too!).
- 2019 Fernando Tatis Jr Panini Immaculate Collection RPA RC #FFT: The Tatis Jr. Immaculate Collection RPA rookie card is baller status and another super rare card at top grades.
Fernando Tatis Jr. Rookie Card Value(s)
The 2016 Bowman Chrome Prospects Fernando Tatis Jr. auto refractor (pictured as the Orange Shimmer) is not only a gorgeous card but also the most expensive Fernando Tatis Jr. rookie card. The price of Tatis Jr.’s rookie cards is blowing up and is still somewhat undervalued based on where his ceiling could end up.
Update 9/2021: The above statement was typed sometime in 2019 and is not as relevant today, but there is still some truth to it, particularly if the Padres fail to make the playoffs.
Pro Tip: When it comes to modern baseball rookie cards, look for Bowman Chrome Prospects and Topps Update rookie cards.
The most expensive Fernando Tatis Jr. rookie card is the 2016 Bowman Chrome Orange Shimmer Fernando Tatis Jr. #CPAFT RC selling for a mind-blowing $34,999 via eBay auctions on 12/20/2020 (see an image of the card below). Be careful when buying his rookie cards if they are not graded, as you still want to be picky and not get screwed over (we recommend not buying raw cards at all). If you still have trouble picking out a Tatis Jr. rookie card, please email us at advice@goldcardauctions.com.
Checklist
- 2015 Elite Extra Edition Prospects Autographs Fernando Tatis Jr. #175
- 2016 Bowman Chrome Prospects #BCP17
- 2019 Bowman Chrome Refractor Fernando Tatis Jr. #26
- 2019 Bowman Sterling Fernando Tatis Jr. #BSR73
- 2019 Topps Series 2 Fernando Tatis Jr. #410
- 2019 Topps Series 2 F2019 Bowman Topps Industry Summit Autograph Fernando Tatis Jr. RC #410
- 2019 Topps Living Set Fernando Tatis Jr. #173
- 2019 Topps Heritage #517
- 2019 Topps Gallery #56
- 2019 Topps Chrome Fernando Tatis Jr. #7
- 2019 Topps Archives #75
- 2019 Topps Dynasty #DAP-FT11
- 2019 Topps Update The Family Business Autographs RC #FB-15
- 2019 Topps Update Fernando Tatis Jr. RC #US56
- 2019 Topps Diamond Icons Fernando Tatis Jr. RC #ACFTJ
- 2019 Topps Factory Set Chrome Rookie Variation Refractor #410
- 2019 Topps Allen & Ginter X Fernando Tatis Jr. RC #183
- 2019 Topps Update 1984 RC #84-8
- 2019 Topps Update Rainbow #US56
- 2019 Panini Chronicles Obsidian RC Fernando Tatis Jr. #35
- 2019 Panini Immaculate Jersey Patch Auto /49
- 2019 Panini Chronicles Crusade RC Fernando Tatis Jr. RC #3
- 2019 Panini Contenders Optic RC #3
- 2019 National Treasures Jumbo Booklet RC Jersey Auto /99 Fernando Tatis Jr. RC #RJM-FT
- 2019 Panini Optic Rated Rookie Fernando Tatis Jr. RC #RPSFT
Buyers Guide
We are high on all Fernando Tatis Jr. Rookie Cards, and we were on this kid from the start. The prices on his rookie card have soared since his debut, but there is still some value to be had, as the Padres could make a DEEP run in the playoffs. The Padres are loaded for bear with stars such as Machado, Chris Paddack, MacKenzie Gore, and Mike Clevinger, making for one of the best teams in baseball and one that could very quickly see a World Series ring in the next few years.
Having said that, an injury or an early playoff exit could hurt the value of Tatis Jr.’s rookie cards, so that is something to consider.