The next stretch of releases is stacked.

We’re getting a mix of premium baseball, a major basketball drop, niche racing, and some strong global products across WWE, UFC, and soccer.

Here’s what collectors should be watching over the next two weeks.

April 29 Releases

2025-26 Topps Cosmic Chrome® Basketball

This is one of the most interesting releases on the board.

Cosmic Chrome has quickly built a following thanks to its unique, space-themed designs and strong parallels.

What collectors will be chasing:

• Cosmic Refractors

• Galaxy-themed inserts

• Rookie cards

• Low-numbered parallels

Why it matters:
Basketball collectors are always looking for something different outside of Prizm and standard Chrome. Cosmic delivers a unique visual identity, and if the rookie class hits, this could outperform expectations.

2026 Topps Chrome Black Baseball

A premium, stripped-down Chrome product.

What makes it different:

• Encased cards

• On-card autos

• Limited card count per box

• Clean, darker aesthetic

What collectors will be chasing:

• Rookie autographs

• Low-numbered parallels

• Star veterans

Why it matters:
This is a high-end product focused on quality over volume. It tends to attract collectors looking for fewer, better cards rather than ripping for quantity.

2026 Donruss NASCAR Racing

A niche product that consistently delivers solid value.

What collectors will be chasing:

• Rated Rookies

• Autographs

• Race-used memorabilia

• Color parallels

Why it matters:
NASCAR doesn’t get mainstream hobby hype, but it has a dedicated collector base. That often creates underrated value opportunities.

Early May Releases

May 1 — 2025 Topps Royalty WWE Wrestling

A premium WWE release with strong collector crossover.

What collectors will be chasing:

• High-end autographs

• Multi-signer cards

• Low-numbered parallels

• Premium inserts

Why it matters:
WWE continues to grow as a category. High-end products like Royalty tend to perform well because of star recognition and entertainment crossover.

May 6 — 2025-26 SPx Hockey

A staple in hockey collecting.

What collectors will be chasing:

• Rookie patch autos

• Memorabilia cards

• Die-cut inserts

• Limited parallels

Why it matters:
Hockey collectors are loyal, and SPx consistently delivers a mix of hits and unique card design.

May 7 — 2025-26 Topps Chrome UEFA Club Competitions Soccer

One of the biggest global releases in this window.

What collectors will be chasing:

• Rookie prospects

• Refractors and color

• Autographs

• Star players from top clubs

Why it matters:
Soccer is one of the fastest-growing global markets. Chrome UEFA products often produce breakout cards tied to rising stars.

May 8 — 2026 Topps Chrome UFC

UFC continues to build momentum in the hobby.

What collectors will be chasing:

• Rookie fighters

• Refractors

• Autographs

• Short prints

Why it matters:
Fighter performance can instantly impact card value. A single big win can move the market overnight.

May 8 — 2025-26 Panini Prizm FIFA Soccer

One of the most important soccer releases of the year.

What collectors will be chasing:

• Prizm parallels

• Rookie cards

• Global stars

• PSA 10 candidates

Why it matters:
Prizm remains one of the strongest brands in the hobby. Combine that with global soccer demand, and this becomes one of the highest-upside releases in the next two weeks.

Final Thoughts

This is one of those weeks where understanding the product matters more than just chasing hype.

• Cosmic Chrome Basketball adds a new angle to the basketball market

• Chrome Black Baseball targets premium collectors

• WWE and UFC continue bringing in crossover audiences

• Soccer remains a global powerhouse

• Niche products like NASCAR and hockey quietly hold strong value

There’s no single “must-buy” product.

The edge comes from knowing what you’re chasing before you rip.