Top 10 MLB rookie cards to collect in 2025

Here’s a look at 10 MLB rookies to watch for this season:

Anthony is the player many collectors are hyped about this season. An exciting outfielder for the Boston Red Sox, Anthony showcases impressive power, speed and defensive skills. His combination of athleticism and plate discipline makes him a highly promising prospect. With a natural ability to impact the game, he’s poised to be a star.

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Crews is a dynamic outfielder for the Washington Nationals, known for his hitting, power and on-base skills. A well-rounded player, he excels both offensively and defensively. Like Anthony, Crews is a highly touted prospect. He’s expected to become a cornerstone for the Nationals.

Jobe is an exceptional pitching prospect for the Tigers, known for his advanced feel for pitching and a lethal slider. With a mid-90s fastball, elite command and impressive off-speed offerings, he combines precision and movement. Jobe’s high baseball IQ and mature approach make him a future ace and a regular in the Tigers rotation.

Sasaki is an extraordinary talent, widely regarded for his electric fastball that regularly hits triple digits and an unhittable splitter. At just 23, his command and ability to generate strikeouts set him apart. Sasaki’s combination of velocity, movement and control makes him one of the game’s most promising pitchers, while making the World Series champion Dodgers even stronger after signing him in January.

Add another top rookie to the Baltimore Orioles stable of young talent. Mayo is a prospect with impressive raw power and a disciplined approach at the plate. He combines strength and bat speed with solid defensive tools at third base. His upside makes him an exciting future star.

Shaw reminds scouts of former major leaguer Dustin Pedroia because of his raw power and strong arm. The third baseman has no real weakness, thriving against both lefties and righties. He uses the entire field well and his power plays to all parts of the park, something the Chicago Cubs can use this season.

A year after Pirates ace Paul Skenes won NL Rookie of the Year honors, the team has another new face in the rotation. A former shortstop, Chandler decided to focus solely on pitching in 2023. The flamethrower has a solid fastball and good changeup, two qualities that could endear him with collectors in the future.

Another pitcher that could get collectors excited this season is Dollander. The Colorado Rockies prospect has pitches that clock at 99 mph and gets good carry to the top of the zone. Much of his success hinges on his sweeping slider—his most effective weapon on the mound— something that can make Dollander a potential star.

Jenkins is an extremely polished hitter with a good understanding of the strike zone. His smooth, quick swing is a joy to watch. It’s also something that the Minnesota Twins hope can turn him into a 30-home run hitter. Collectors tend to like players who can put up big numbers. Should Jenkins do so, expect his card values to soar.

We close out the list with another Red Sox prospect. He’s a fast runner and consistent hitter. Should he turn into a consistent hitter and fielder, expect his hype and numbers to increase over the course of the season. Collectors will soon follow suit should those things fall into place.