2018 Topps Chrome Update Shohei Ohtani RC #HMT1 BGS 9.5

The 2018 Topps Chrome Update Shohei Ohtani rookie card captures the historic arrival of a true global phenomenon. As one of the most celebrated two-way players in baseball history, Ohtani's transition to Major League Baseball in 2018 immediately captivated fans and collectors alike, making this debut-year card a cornerstone of modern sports card collecting.

Graded BGS 9.5, this card showcases the clean, metallic design of the Topps Chrome Update set, highlighting Ohtani in his early days with the Los Angeles Angels.

Card Details

• Year: 2018
• Set: Topps Chrome Update
• Card Number: HMT1
• Grading Company: BGS
• Grade: 9.5

Population Report

• Population at Grade: 348
• Population in Higher Grades: 47
• Total Graded Population: 544

Career Highlights

• Hokkaido Nippon-Ham Fighters (Nippon Professional Baseball): 2013-2017
• Los Angeles Angels (Major League Baseball): 2018-2023
• Los Angeles Dodgers (Major League Baseball): 2024-Today
• Japan national baseball team (International): 2023
• World Series Champion: 2024, 2025
• Japan Series Champion: 2016
• AL Rookie of the Year: 2018
• Most Valuable Player Award Winner: 2021, 2023, 2024, 2025
• First player in MLB history to hit 50 home runs and steal 50 bases in a single season (2024)
• World Baseball Classic Champion and MVP: 2023
• AP Male Athlete of the Year: 2021, 2023, 2024, 2025