Trevor Cahill
Pitcher · Oakland Athletics
Upper Deck Sweet Spot Sweet Beginnings #Not visible
Year & Era
2009 — Modern Era
Card Type
Rookie Autograph Numbered Parallel (/499)
Grade
Raw — appears Very Good to Excellent (VG-EX)
Rarity
Semi-rare, serial numbered 427/499 out of a print run of 499 copies.
Overall Assessment
A nice low-numbered rookie autograph of a serviceable MLB pitcher, though hindered by condition flaws such as corner wear and off-centering.
Condition Grade
Raw — appears Very Good to Excellent (VG-EX)
Centering Assessment
Front: Heavy left-to-right bias, off-center to the left; Back: Not examined.
Surface Condition
Moderate surface wear with some scuffing visible near the edges and autograph area.
Corner Condition
Noticeable corner softening and rounding, particularly on the top-right and bottom-left corners.
Edge Condition
Shows slight chipping along the top and left edges.
Print Quality
Standard Upper Deck print quality for the era with embossed elements and foil stamping.
Estimated Value
$5 - $15 raw
Comparison to Known Examples
Below average condition compared to pristine graded copies due to visible corner wear and centering issues.
Authentication Tips
Look for crisp foil embossing on the Sweet Spot logo and authentic blue ink on-card signature.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading due to condition issues (soft corners and heavy off-centering) which would result in a low grade.
Red Flags
No significant red flags observed regarding alteration or trimming; wear appears naturally accumulated.
Provenance Notes
Pulled from 2009 Upper Deck baseball hobby packs.
Historical Context
From the 2009 MLB season when Trevor Cahill made his major league debut with the Oakland Athletics.
Market Trends
Stable to low demand, typical for a non-star relief or starting pitcher from the late 2000s.
Investment Potential
Low investment potential; suitable primarily for personal player collectors or set builders.
Similar Cards
Other 2009 rookie autograph cards of mid-tier MLB players.
Display & Preservation
Store in a penny sleeve and top-loader away from direct sunlight and high humidity.
Interesting Facts
Features a faux baseball stitch design at the bottom characteristic of Upper Deck's Sweet Spot sub-brands.