My first 2010 Topps pack

I heard a rumor that 2010 Topps packs had made it to my Target.

I was shocked that cards that I normally don't see in person, until a week or two after they've been plastered all over everyone's blog, would be available. So, I took a detour during my errands, pulled into Target, and picked up a single pack of 2010 Topps.

That's right, a single pack. I showed remarkable restraint.

What? You don't believe me? Then I'll show you the cards. And I have to tell you, I must have gotten a mutant pack with all the inserts.

First the base cards:

Woo-hoo, a Dodger!

OK, onto the inserts.

The '51 Topps retro card.

The Turkey Red insert.

Oops, there's that blasted Toppstown card.

Here's one of those "When They Were Young" cards.

And here's one of the "Tales of the Game" inserts.

Finally, two of those "Cards Your Mother Threw Out."

There you are, one pack, 12 cards, of 2010 Topps.*

Barenaked Ladies, play us out.

*DISCLAIMER: I didn't really go to Target and buy a pack of 2010 Topps cards. These are all cards from past releases that each resemble -- in appearance or theme -- this year's cards.**

**DISCLAIMER TO THE DISCLAIMER: Actually, I did go to Target. Still no 2010 cards. I did pick up a handful of 2009 packs. I had a good time opening them. No, you're not going to see them. You're just interested in the new stuff.

Still confused? This may help.

Finally, this doesn't mean I don't like 2010 Topps. It's just that I don't see much new in the set.