1997 Upper Deck Baseball Cards

The 1997 Upper Deck baseball card set is a 550-card collection released in two series, with additional 30-card update sets available through redemption offers. It is notable for introducing game-used material cards, a groundbreaking feature in the hobby. The cards also include “game-dated” details on the front, providing context about the photo’s significance.

Highlights include:

Ken Griffey Jr. Cards: Featuring subsets like “Griffey’s Hot List,” which were short-printed to create scarcity.

Jackie Robinson Tribute: A subset honoring the legendary player.

Inserts: Unique cards such as Star Attractions and Amazing Greats