2012 Topps Opening Day First Look

I picked up two blasters of Topps Opening Day at Target. I've been pretty disappointed in blasters recently but I think I made out pretty good with these. I pulled at least one of all the inserts (except an autograph), didn't get too many duplicates and got most of the Phillies in the set.  Since the base cards look just like the regular edition cards I'm only going to show the inserts.

One comment about the base cards however. In the old days, when Topps started making the Opening Day cards, they came with a large foil shield logo. Those days are long gone and the Opening Day logo is simply printed on. But this year, the logo is smaller, making them harder to tell apart from the regular cards. What gives, Topps?

Topps Opening Day Blue

The usual blue-bordered serial numbered parallel is back. If I had my way, I'd make all the Opening Day cards with a blue border. I think I said the same thing last year.

Topps Opening Day Fantasy Squad

This is a new insert for 2012. I like it. Also, my first Pujols card in an Angels uni. I gotta believe this is a Photoshop Special.

Topps Opening Day Elite Skills

Another new insert for 2012 featuring my chief pet peeve, silver foil lettering on a black background.

Topps Opening Day Mascots

Returning for the 3rd year, I think it's time to give this insert a rest.

Topps Opening Day Stars

The 3-D Opening Day Stars is back. I kind of like these.

Topps Opening Day Superstar Celebrations

Another returning insert set. As I remember, the Dodgers didn't have much to celebrate last year.