Immigrating from the Philippines to the United States as an 11-year-old, James Anama didn’t know much about baseball. However, his grandma stepped in and taught him the sport. Living in the suburbs of Chicago in 1987, he became a Cubs fan. The Cubs may not have had a very good record that season, but they had the greatest player of all time in Anama’s eyes: Andre Dawson.
For generations, autograph cards have been some of the most treasured finds in the hobby, and 2025** Topps Baseball Series 1 keeps that tradition alive. Featuring on-card signatures from baseball’s best, these inserts celebrate the stars who define the game. Whether it’s a rookie’s first flagship auto or a superstar’s signature in a special set, these autographs can make any collection shine.