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2001 Topps Albert Pujols Rookie Card #331
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Rookie status
This is Albert Pujols' official Topps rookie card from his debut 2001 season with the St. Louis Cardinals. It is one of his most recognized and widely collected rookie cards, bearing the MLB licensed Topps rookie designation.
Why this card matters
Albert Pujols is considered one of the greatest hitters in baseball history, a first-ballot Hall of Famer (inducted 2022). His 2001 rookie cards are among the most sought-after modern baseball cards. This Topps base rookie is his most accessible and iconic RC, making it a cornerstone of the hobby.
Parallels & Print Runs
Topps Gold
2001 print run (not publicly stated, but limited)
Gold foil parallel, more scarce than base
Topps Home Team Advantage
Limited
Regional HTA parallel exclusive to hobby box sets
Topps Opening Day
Standard print run
Separate Opening Day set also contains Pujols RC #331 variant
Notable Variants
- ◆ Base card #331
- ◆ Gold parallel
- ◆ Home Team Advantage (HTA) parallel
- ◆ Topps Opening Day parallel version
Population Context
This is one of the most commonly graded modern baseball rookie cards. PSA has graded tens of thousands of copies. PSA 10s exist in the thousands but centering issues keep the PSA 10 population relatively lower as a percentage. PSA 9s are the most common grade. BGS grades also exist in significant quantity but BGS 9.5s are harder to achieve due to centering scrutiny. Despite high population, demand remains very strong.
Collector Notes
Centering is the primary issue with this card — many copies come off-center, making high-grade examples difficult to find. Look for cards with sharp corners, clean surface free of print spots, and bright colors. The card stock from 2001 Topps is moderately prone to print defects and surface scratches. When submitting for grading, centering is the first thing to evaluate. Collectors should also be aware that because of the high PSA population, raw cards should be carefully vetted before grading submissions.
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