Show Notes
Which 2026 Topps Update rookie cards belong on your collecting radar? In this bonus episode, David Gonos brings his video countdown to the podcast, covering six top picks and one wildcard with room to move up.
The lineup includes Kevin McGonigle, JJ Wetherholt, Konnor Griffin, Carson Benge, Travis Bazzana, TJ Rumfield and wildcard Justin Crawford. Follow along, compare the picks with your own favorites, and tell us which rookie you think we’re overlooking!
Read the full rankings and find the card numbers here:https://davidgonos.com/best-2026-topps-update-rookie-cards/
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