Collecting rare cards has always been a popular hobby for many people, from casual enthusiasts to serious collectors. Rare cards are valuable not only because of their monetary worth but also because of their significance as unique and highly sought-after items. Today, Shohei Ohtani is probably one of the biggest celebrities in Japan, and undoubtedly the global face of Major League Baseball. Born in the boroughs of Iwate, Japan, the two-way sensation has come a very long way since his entry into the Major League circuit in 2018. Naturally, a card with Ohtani’s name is bound to have a very high value.

Today, along with Aaron Judge and Mike Trout, Ohtani is among the biggest names in the entire American sporting world. The 2021 AL MVP, who plays in the outfield, pitches, and pinch hits for the Los Angeles Angels, recently got his hands on a very hard-to-get collectible of Topps.

Shotime grabs hold of a Project70 card

The Japanese sensation shared a story on his Instagram handle of three of his own cards from the Project70 series, created by Topps.

The Project70 collection features 51 contemporary artists who each re-imagine and design their own unique versions of 70 iconic baseball cards from the past 70 years. Each card features a player from the past or present, and the set includes both Hall of Famers and modern-day stars.

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The cards are released in waves, with each wave featuring 20 new designs. They are sold individually or in packs, and there are also special edition cards and autographed cards available.

Shohei Ohtani in 2023: Will it be another potential MVP season?

In 2021, Shohei Ohtani won the American League MVP award. In 2022, he ran up to Aaron Judge, who smashed 62 homers. Now, Ohtani is not only playing for the Angels, and a hopeful postseason, but also a potential $500 million contract.

As of now, Ohtani hasn’t remotely disappointed in 2023. In the box, Ohtani is batting at 0.265 with five homers and has batted 13 runs in, with 22 hits. On the mound, Ohtani has started three games, pitched 28 innings, and managed 38 strikeouts at 0.64.

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Do you think Ohtani is about to have another MVP season in 2024? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below!