The coveted unique autographed MLB debut patch card from Pittsburgh Pirates pitcher Paul Skenes is no longer on the market.
An 11-year-old collector from Southern California decided to pull the card, which was featured in the 2024 Topps Chrome Update set.
The Skenes map, which was called the 2024 National League Rookie of the Yearattracted a lot of interest when the trading card and collectibles manufacturer unveiled it in November.
Shortly after the card became public knowledge, the Pirates began speaking out about acquiring it.
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Pittsburgh Pirates starting pitcher Paul Skenes pitches against the Chicago Cubs during the fourth inning at PNC Park. (Charles LeClaire/USA Today Sports)
Although every card signed by Skenes has some value, the MLB debut patch edition is a unique collector’s item, making it highly sought after.
The Pirates offered an extensive package of perks in exchange for the card. A pair of three-year premium Pirates season tickets, a meet and greet with Skenes and autographed jerseys were among the team’s offers.
Despite the latest turn of events, the Pirates confirmed that the team remains willing to honor the offer.
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“An 11 year old collector just pulled the Paul Skenes 1/1 Debut Patch card! Our offer still stands… you know where to find us,” the Pirates posted on X Tuesday.
LSU gymnast Livvy Dunne, who is dating Skenes, added another incentive for whoever finds the card.
“Let’s raise the stakes…the person who finds this card gets to sit at my table at a Pirates game in my suite,” Dunne wrote in a post on her Instagram story.
Paul Skenes and Olivia Dunne on the set of ESPN “College GameDay” at the LSU Quad Nov. 9, 2024 in Baton Rouge. (LSU Athletics/University Images via Getty Images)
Skenes, 22, delivered an unforgettable season in 2024, finishing 11-3 with a 1.96 ERA and 170 strikeouts.
Before winning NL Rookie of the Year, Skenes was named to the MLB All-Star team. Skenes was the top pick in the 2023 MLB Draft and made his big league debut in May.
Pittsburgh Pirates starting pitcher Paul Skenes pitches in the first inning against the Milwaukee Brewers at American Family Field. (Benny Sieu/USA Today Sports)
Rookies have worn MLB debut patches on their jerseys since 2023. Topps acquired the patches and created the unique cards.
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In November, Sports Collectors Digest predicted that the card could have a six-figure price tag.
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