Alex Rodriguez rookie cards have been on quite the roller coaster ride over the last 25 years or so — just like the man himself.

As A-Rod built his reputation and game with the Seattle Mariners during the 1990s, his cards rose right along with his fortunes in the game.

And, even as he gained a reputation for being somewhat self-centered and aloof after signing a monster contract with the Texas Rangers in January 2001, Rodriguez continued to build on his status as one of the greatest players in the sport.

Heck, many observers figured it might end up being an all-out footrace for the title of “Greatest Ever” between A-Rod and former Mariners teammate Ken Griffey, Jr.

A trade to the New York Yankees in February 2004 did little to dim Rodriguez’s star and definitely amplified his already megawatt profile in the game and beyond. For the next half decade or so, A-Rod continued to perform like the GOAT and added American League MVP awards with the Bombers in both 2005 and 2007, his second and third such hardware (the first came with Texas in 2003).

All during that stretch, his cards were among the hottest in the hobby — big surprise, right?

Even with diminished playing time due to hip (and other) ailments as the 2000s waned, A-Rod helped the Yankees to the 2009 World Series title, their first in a nearly a decade.

Of course, steroid problems in the 2010s, coupled with related suspensions and continued health issues, dimmed A-Rod’s star, with many deciding he wasn’t really worthy of the Hall of Famer, after all.

That notion will get put the test in 2022 when A-Rod joins fellow PED taintees Barry Bonds and Roger Clemens on the Cooperstown ballot for the first time.

Will A-Rod make the cut?

Only time will tell, but one thing’s for sure — A-Rod cardboard still draws plenty of hobby attention, as evidenced by this list of the most-watched Alex Rodriguez rookie cards on eBay. It’s a fun list to watch, and updated every few minutes … so check back often!

Also: Check out the rest of our series listing the Hottest Baseball Cards on eBay.

(NOTE: The section below contains affiliate links to eBay listings for the card shown.)

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HUGE (500+) ROOKIE AUTO PATCH PRIZM REFRACTOR #’d BASEBALL CARD LOT -DESCRIPTION

Watchers: 37  
# of Bids: 20
Current Bid: $44
Auction Ends: 05-Nov-2024 21:11
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THE ULTIMATE 3,000-CARD BASEBALL BOX - NM+ RCS, STARS & GRIFFEY JR. AUTO! BOX 15

Watchers: 10  
# of Bids: 4
Current Bid: $3.25
Auction Ends: 08-Nov-2024 20:11
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THE ULTIMATE 3,000-CARD BASEBALL BOX - NM+ RCS, STARS, VINTAGE/MODERN BOX 10

Watchers: 9  
# of Bids: 0
Current Bid: $0.99
Auction Ends: 08-Nov-2024 20:11
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THE ULTIMATE 3,000-CARD BASEBALL BOX - NM+ RC, STARS & ARTIE WILSON AUTO! BOX 13

Watchers: 6  
# of Bids: 1
Current Bid: $0.99
Auction Ends: 08-Nov-2024 20:11
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THE ULTIMATE 3,000-CARD BASEBALL BOX - NM+ RCS, STARS & YOGI BERRA PHOTO! BOX 12

Watchers: 5  
# of Bids: 1
Current Bid: $0.99
Auction Ends: 08-Nov-2024 20:11
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THE ULTIMATE 3,000-CARD BASEBALL BOX - NM+ RC, STARS & RARE MANTLE PHOTO! BOX 14

Watchers: 5  
# of Bids: 0
Current Bid: $0.99
Auction Ends: 08-Nov-2024 20:11
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1994 Flair Rookie Card Alex Rodriguez RC #340 PSA 10 GEM MINT

Watchers: 5  
# of Bids: 13
Current Bid: $22.5
Auction Ends: 06-Nov-2024 03:11
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THE ULTIMATE 3,000-CARD BASEBALL BOX - NM+ RCS, STARS, VINTAGE/MODERN BOX 11

Watchers: 4  
# of Bids: 2
Current Bid: $11.5
Auction Ends: 08-Nov-2024 20:11
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ALEX RODRIGUEZ 1994 SP HOLOVIEW RED DIE CUT SPECIAL F/X ROOKIE CARD PSA 9 MINT

Watchers: 4  
# of Bids: 0
Current Bid: $300
Auction Ends: 11-Nov-2024 13:11
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Huge lot of 1305 Seattle Mariners cards including inserts, rookies & stars

Watchers: 2  
# of Bids: 0
Current Bid: $80
Auction Ends: 11-Nov-2024 13:11
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2005 MLB Topps Baseball Yankees Hobby Factory Card Set Factory Sealed

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# of Bids: 0
Current Bid: $29.99
Auction Ends: 10-Nov-2024 19:11
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100X - Huge YANKEES Baseball Card Lot INSERT TOPPS ROOKIE - JUDGE JETER SOTO

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# of Bids: 0
Current Bid: $0.99
Auction Ends: 10-Nov-2024 19:11
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Liquidating Nearly 15k Cards!!! HUGE Card Lot For HUGE Profit!!!

Watchers: 1  
# of Bids: 0
Current Bid: $4444
Auction Ends: 11-Nov-2024 15:11
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(1) 2007 Fleer Ultra MLB Baseball Pack (5 Cards) Factory Sealed!

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# of Bids: 0
Current Bid: $2.99
Auction Ends: 07-Nov-2024 01:11
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ALEX RODRIGUEZ ROOKIE CARD 1994 Classic YANKEES MARINERS RANGER Baseball AROD RC

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# of Bids: 1
Current Bid: $0.99
Auction Ends: 07-Nov-2024 04:11
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Lot Of 549 All Rookie Baseball Cards,Alex Rodriguez,Bo Bichette,Zac Gallen

Watchers: 1  
# of Bids: 0
Current Bid: $10
Auction Ends: 10-Nov-2024 08:11
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1994 SP #15 Alex Rodriguez FOIL Rookie Card RC NM

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# of Bids: 0
Current Bid: $9.99
Auction Ends: 10-Nov-2024 23:11
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Alex Rodriguez 1995 Pinnacle MLB #132 Rookie Gold Seal Card Seattle Mariners

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Current Bid: $1.98
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2008 SP Authentic #37 Alex Rodriguez 5 Card Lot

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Current Bid: $1.99
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1995 Score Alex Rodriguez #312 Seattle Mariners Baseball Rookie Card Mint- SALE

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Current Bid: $2.98
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1994 Flair Alex Rodriguez RC Rookie Card # 340 Seattle Mariners

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Current Bid: $5
Auction Ends: 06-Nov-2024 14:11
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Alex Rodriguez Lot of 4 Baseball Cards Mint 1993, 1994, 1995, 1998 NM-M

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Current Bid: $51
Auction Ends: 06-Nov-2024 19:11
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1994 Upper Deck SP Foil BGS 8.5 #15 Alex Rodriguez Rookie RC Rookie Card

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Current Bid: $75
Auction Ends: 08-Nov-2024 22:11
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