When you think of The Miz, the first thing that probably springs to mind is not a baseball card. You might imagine him strutting into a wrestling ring with swagger in his step or delivering one of his signature quips on the mic. You might think of reality TV, where he launched his career to fame on MTV’s The Real World. But now, the multiple-time WWE champion and unmatched showman is causing a stir in a whole new arena: Major League Baseball cards.
That’s right. Mike “The Miz” Mizanin has found his visage gracing the glossy surface of a baseball card, a surprising debut that brings a new twist to his storied career. This leap into the lineup of the 2025 Topps Series 2 set isn’t because he’s taking up baseball—it’s because of a nod to a singular moment when he brought the same showmanship seen in the wrestling ring to a baseball diamond at Progressive Field. Earlier this year, The Miz made waves at a Cleveland Guardians game, where he tossed a ceremonial first pitch that now finds immortalization in cardboard form.
The Topps Series 2, a pursuit many collectors eagerly delve into for its mix of rookies and legends, is renowned for its special Short Print (SP) cards. These cards are inherently collectible due to their limited availability, and The Miz’s inclusion ties into an ongoing Topps tradition of spotlighting non-baseball celebrities in memorable first-pitch roles. He joins an eclectic roster of famous folks who have stepped onto the hallowed grounds of MLB stadiums: Travis Scott, Victor Wembanyama, and even musical powerhouse Bad Bunny. Each has found their way into the card set’s annals, stirring intrigue among fans who cross the worlds of sports and pop culture.
It’s a hometown homage for The Miz, too. This card serves as a tribute to his roots in Parma, Ohio, just a stone’s throw from where the Guardians play ball. Tireless in his support of Cleveland’s sports teams, The Miz’s pitch was as much about passion for his city as it was about celebrity appearances. This card, for fans who call Northeast Ohio home, is a collectible steeped in local pride and a testament to The Miz’s enduring connection to the community that shaped him.
True to form, The Miz didn’t miss a beat in turning his baseball card revelation into another entertainment opportunity. Upon discovering this new accolade, he reacted with his trademark humor and surprise, channeling his enthusiasm through social media with the exclamation, “Wait, this is real?! I need this!” His reaction has only fanned the flames of desire, transforming the card from a mere collectible into a sought-after piece of fandom memorabilia for wrestling aficionados and baseball lovers alike.
The roll-out of the 2025 Topps Series 2, available online and in hobby shops, has stirred more than the usual buzz. There’s something undeniably exciting about the prospect of pulling a Miz SP card from a fresh pack. With every set that toppers a collector’s wishlist, there lies the potential for uncovering not just the anticipated prospects of tomorrow or aging legends, but also the eclectic wild cards disguised as celebrities, who lend their flair to the layered tapestry of baseball lore.
It’s amusing to think of The Miz, in all his exuberant WWE glory, joining the ranks of baseball card stardom alongside players who’ve shaped the sport for centuries. Here he is, in photos frozen in time, midswing or mid-trash-talk, bridging an unexpected gap between the worlds of spectacle-filled wrestling and the storied tradition of baseball collectibles. Perhaps the beauty of his card’s inclusion lies in the sheer surprise of it all, a reminder that sports, much like life, thrives on unpredictability and the joys it brings.
So, the next time you’re flipping through cards, consider this: somewhere between Baltimore Orioles’ prospects and the veterancy of seasoned pitchers, The Miz stands among them, spinning tales of pitching prowess—or at least the ability to entertain. As much as he is a part of WWE lore, with this baseball card, The Miz stakes a claim in yet another arena, ensuring his brand of charisma spans from the squared circle to the pitcher’s mound. It seems The Miz always has another trick up his sleeve, more than ready to keep us on our toes, much like the surprise of finding him on a baseball card.
