The Most Valuable 1992 Donruss Baseball Cards (PSA 10 Prices)
The 1992 Donruss baseball card set arrived during the Junk Wax Era, a time when production numbers soared—but that doesn’t mean value is off the table. Anchored by legends like Nolan Ryan, George Brett, and Don Mattingly, and featuring key rookie cards for Hall of Famer Jim Thome and speedster Kenny Lofton, 1992 Donruss delivers a blend of star power and nostalgia. Whether you grew up with this set or are just now digging through your old shoeboxes, these are the most valuable cards to look out for.
1. Nolan Ryan #707
Estimated PSA 10 Value: $75–$100
PSA 10 Population: 203
Significance: Nolan Ryan was 45 years old during the 1992 season and this card captures the final stretch of his legendary 27-season career, during which he amassed 5,714 strikeouts, a record that still stands today. A true symbol of longevity and dominance, Ryan is a perennial fan favorite and first-ballot Hall of Famer.
2. George Brett #143
Estimated PSA 10 Value: $70–$90
PSA 10 Population: 44
Significance: George Brett spent his entire 21-year career with the Kansas City Royals, becoming the first player in MLB history to win a batting title in three different decades. A lifetime .305 hitter, Brett is best known for his fiery competitiveness, the infamous Pine Tar Incident, and his 3,154 career hits. His cards carry strong nostalgia and respect among collectors.
3. Don Mattingly #596
Estimated PSA 10 Value: $35–$60
PSA 10 Population: 97
Significance: "Donnie Baseball" was the heart and soul of the Yankees during the 1980s and early 1990s. A 6-time All-Star and 1985 AL MVP, Mattingly was known for his graceful glove, sweet left-handed swing, and quiet leadership. Although injuries shortened his prime, Mattingly remains one of the most beloved Yankees of his era.
4. Kenny Lofton #5 (Rookie)
Estimated PSA 10 Value: $35–$50
PSA 10 Population: 51
Significance: Kenny Lofton’s rookie card in this set celebrates the beginning of a dynamic career. A 6-time All-Star and 4-time Gold Glove winner, Lofton was one of the most electric leadoff hitters and base-stealers of the 1990s. His speed and defense were game-changers, and he was a key part of Cleveland’s resurgence during the decade.
5. Jim Thome #406 (Rookie)
Estimated PSA 10 Value: $30–$45
PSA 10 Population: 100
Significance: This early card captures Jim Thome before he blossomed into one of the most feared power hitters in baseball history. Thome would go on to hit 612 home runs, making him one of only nine players in MLB history to surpass 600. Inducted into the Hall of Fame in 2018, Thome's career was defined by humility, longevity, and tape-measure blasts.
6. Nolan Ryan (Record 7th No-Hitter) #154
Estimated PSA 10 Value: $30–$40
PSA 10 Population: 124
Significance: This card commemorates one of the most legendary moments in baseball history—Nolan Ryan’s seventh no-hitter, thrown on May 1, 1991, at the age of 44. Pitching for the Texas Rangers, Ryan struck out 16 Blue Jays in front of a home crowd in Arlington. No pitcher has ever matched this feat, making this card a powerful tribute to his unmatched durability and dominance.
7. Wade Boggs #210
Estimated PSA 10 Value: $35
PSA 10 Population: 13
Significance: Wade Boggs was a master craftsman at the plate, finishing his career with a .328 batting average and 3,010 hits. Known for his extreme plate discipline and ability to hit to all fields, Boggs won five batting titles and was a 12-time All-Star. He brought excellence to both Boston and New York.
8. Jose Canseco #548
Estimated PSA 10 Value: $30–$35
PSA 10 Population: 34
Significance: By 1992, Jose Canseco was one of the most electrifying power hitters in the game. A former AL MVP and the first player in MLB history to hit 40 home runs and steal 40 bases in a season (1988), Canseco brought a rare blend of strength and speed that captivated fans. He was a cornerstone of the Oakland Athletics in the late-‘80s, helping them to three straight World Series appearances and a championship in 1989.
9. Ken Griffey Jr. #165
Estimated PSA 10 Value: $30–$35
PSA 10 Population: 246
Significance: By 1992, Ken Griffey Jr. had already cemented himself as baseball's brightest young star. A 22-year-old phenom with a sweet lefty swing and highlight-reel defense, "The Kid" was rapidly becoming the face of the sport. His cards from this period remain highly sought-after, and this Donruss issue captures the early stage of an all-time great career.
10. Bo Jackson #470
Estimated PSA 10 Value: $25–$35
PSA 10 Population: 77
Significance: Bo Jackson was unlike any athlete the sport had seen—an All-Star in baseball and a Pro Bowler in football. Known for his immense strength and explosive speed, Jackson’s career was cut short by injury. Despite a relatively short baseball career, his cards remain hugely popular due to his mythical status and dual-sport legend.
11. Cal Ripken Jr. #35
Estimated PSA 10 Value: $25–$35
PSA 10 Population: 64
12. Mark McGwire #348
Estimated PSA 10 Value: $25–$30
PSA 10 Population: 33
13. Cal Ripken #BC1
Estimated PSA 10 Value: $25–$30
PSA 10 Population: 43
14. Ryne Sandberg #576
Estimated PSA 10 Value: $25–$30
PSA 10 Population: 43
15. Rich Gossage, Nolan Ryan #555
Estimated PSA 10 Value: $25–$30
PSA 10 Population: 80
16. Ken Griffey Jr. #24
Estimated PSA 10 Value: $25–$30
PSA 10 Population: 177
17. Rickey Henderson #193
Estimated PSA 10 Value: $25–$30
PSA 10 Population: 88
18. Greg Maddux #520
Estimated PSA 10 Value: $25–$30
PSA 10 Population: 47
19. Ryne Sandberg #429
Estimated PSA 10 Value: $25–$30
PSA 10 Population: 52
20. Barry Bonds #243
Estimated PSA 10 Value: $25–$30
PSA 10 Population: 70
21. Rickey Henderson #30
Estimated PSA 10 Value: $25–$30
PSA 10 Population: 59
22. Frank Thomas #592
Estimated PSA 10 Value: $25–$30
PSA 10 Population: 51
23. Darryl Strawberry #559
Estimated PSA 10 Value: $25–$30
PSA 10 Population: 20
24. Ozzie Smith #432
Estimated PSA 10 Value: $20–$30
PSA 10 Population: 32
25. Tony Gwynn #441
Estimated PSA 10 Value: $25
PSA 10 Population: 61
26. Rickey Henderson #215
Estimated PSA 10 Value: $25
PSA 10 Population: 51
27. Cal Ripken Jr. #22
Estimated PSA 10 Value: $25
PSA 10 Population: 66
28. Deion Sanders #564
Estimated PSA 10 Value: $20–$25
PSA 10 Population: 18
29. Kirby Puckett #617
Estimated PSA 10 Value: $20–$25
PSA 10 Population: 53
30. Roger Clemens #244
Estimated PSA 10 Value: $20
PSA 10 Population: 56
Final Thoughts
While the 1992 Donruss set won’t blow anyone away with rarity or high-dollar cards, it still holds a certain charm for collectors. The value here isn’t in scarcity—it’s in nostalgia. Cards featuring legends like Nolan Ryan and George Brett, along with early appearances of Jim Thome and Kenny Lofton, offer affordable snapshots of baseball history. For those who grew up opening these packs or are rediscovering them years later, 1992 Donruss serves as a reminder that not every card has to be a grail to be worth collecting.
