Pittsburgh Pirates

Paul Skenes's team since his 2024 debut — a guide to Pirates-era Skenes cards and where his Pittsburgh rookies fit in his broader market.

City: Pittsburgh
League: NL Central
Founded: 1881

The Pittsburgh Pirates have been Paul Skenes’s team since his historic 2024 debut, and his Pirates cards — flagship base, Chrome parallels, Topps Now moment cards, and inserts in Pirates black and gold — are the heart of his fast-rising market.

For collectors, everything runs through his 2024 rookie year. His marquee rookies and his 1st Bowman Chrome Prospect Auto are the anchors of his value (see the rookie cards guide), with each new Pirates release adding to the chase.

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Paul Skenes

Pitcher (SP / RHP)

Pittsburgh Pirates ace right-hander — the 2023 #1 overall pick out of LSU and 2024 NL Rookie of the Year. A guide to his cards, rookies, autographs and values.

Frequently Asked Questions

When did Paul Skenes join the Pirates?

Skenes was the #1 overall pick in the 2023 MLB Draft and debuted for the Pittsburgh Pirates in May 2024, winning NL Rookie of the Year that season.