The Pittsburgh Pirates have been unable to finalize a major trade deal. A young baseball card collector, who discovered a rare Paul Skenes Rookie Debut Patch card, has declined the team’s offer to purchase it.
This unique card, a 1-of-1 with Skenes’ MLB debut patch and autograph, was found in California. Despite the Pirates’ generous offer, including 30 years of season tickets, a game with Livvy Dunne, a meet-and-greet with Skenes, and more, the young fan decided to auction the card at Fanatics Collect as part of their March Premier collection.
The Pirates faced logistical challenges in acquiring the card without a cash offer, especially if the fan resides in California. However, they can now bid for the card and Skenes’ rookie debut patch at the auction. The team may need to make a substantial financial commitment to secure the prized possession.
The Pirates’ interest in obtaining the patch is justified as Skenes quickly rose as a star player for the franchise. With an impressive performance in his rookie season, including an ERA of 1.96, 10 strikeouts, and a 1.039 WHIP in 23 starts, Skenes was named to the 2024 MLB All-Star game and won the NL Rookie of the Year award. As his career progresses, the card’s value is expected to soar.
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Please make sure you lock the door before you leave.
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Before you leave, please ensure that the door is locked.