DICK'S Sporting Goods Purchases Paul Skenes Topps MLB Debut Patch Card

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DICK'S Sporting Goods (NYSE: DKS) has announced the acquisition of the one-of-one Paul Skenes Topps MLB Debut Patch card through a Fanatics Collect March Premier Auction. The unique card, featuring Skenes' autograph and a patch from his Major League debut jersey, will be displayed at the DICK'S House of Sport store in Ross Park, Pittsburgh.

The card will be showcased in a new collectors' space, part of a broader initiative to roll out trading cards and memorabilia experiences across select House of Sport stores nationwide in Spring 2025. All proceeds from the card's sale will be donated to LA Fire Relief funds.

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• Expansion of retail offering with new trading cards and memorabilia experience in House of Sport stores
• Strategic brand positioning in sports collectibles market

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DICK'S will make the one-of-one card available to the Pittsburgh community by displaying it at the DICK'S House of Sport store in Ross Park

PITTSBURGH, March 21, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- DICK'S Sporting Goods today announced its purchase of the one-of-one Paul Skenes Topps MLB Debut Patch card after winning the multi-week auction conducted by Fanatics Collect March Premier Auction. The card, featuring the patch Skenes wore on his jersey sleeve during his Major League debut and Skenes' autograph, will be proudly displayed for the community to see at the DICK'S House of Sport store in the company's and the Pirates' shared hometown of Pittsburgh, PA. Details about when the card will be on display will be announced at a later date. 

"DICK'S is passionate about bringing fans closer to the game," said Ed Stack, Executive Chairman, DICK'S. "Acquiring the Paul Skenes MLB Debut Patch card enables us to celebrate his incredible talent while giving our athletes a unique opportunity to experience a piece of baseball history up close. We're thrilled to bring this special card home and display it in our Pittsburgh House of Sport store where it can inspire the next generation of athletes and collectors."

The card will be displayed in a new collectors' space at the Ross Park House of Sport, which will feature a trading cards and memorabilia experience. These specialty shops will be rolled out to select House of Sport stores nationwide, including Pittsburgh, in Spring 2025. 

All Fanatics Collect proceeds from the sale of the card will be directly donated to LA Fire Relief funds.

About DICK'S Sporting Goods

DICK'S Sporting Goods (NYSE: DKS) creates confidence and excitement by inspiring, supporting and personally equipping all athletes to achieve their dreams. Founded in 1948 and headquartered in Pittsburgh, the leading omnichannel retailer serves athletes and outdoor enthusiasts in more than 850 DICK'S Sporting Goods, Golf Galaxy, Public Lands and Going Going Gone! stores, online, and through the DICK'S mobile app. DICK'S also owns and operates DICK'S House of Sport and Golf Galaxy Performance Center, as well as GameChanger, a youth sports mobile platform for live streaming, scheduling, communications and scorekeeping.

Driven by its belief that sports have the power to change lives, DICK'S has been a longtime champion for youth sports and, together with its Foundation, has donated millions of dollars to support under-resourced teams and athletes through the Sports Matter program and other community-based initiatives. Additional information about DICK'S business, corporate giving and employment opportunities can be found on dicks.com, investors.dicks.com, sportsmatter.org, dickssportinggoods.jobs and on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook and X.

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FAQ

Where will DICK'S Sporting Goods display the Paul Skenes MLB Debut Patch card?

The card will be displayed at the DICK'S House of Sport store in Ross Park, Pittsburgh.

When will DKS roll out its trading cards and memorabilia experience in House of Sport stores?

The rollout is planned for Spring 2025 across select House of Sport locations nationwide.

What will happen to the proceeds from the Paul Skenes card sale by DKS?

All Fanatics Collect proceeds from the card sale will be donated to LA Fire Relief funds.

What special features does the Paul Skenes card purchased by DKS include?

The card features Skenes' autograph and a patch from his MLB debut jersey sleeve.