It was an ordinary day until young Champ Stutts from Texas made an extraordinary discovery in his collection of baseball cards. This six-year-old aficionado, already a proud owner of over a thousand cards, stumbled upon a gem that would set the baseball card world abuzz—a “one of one” Paul Skenes Onyx card.
The Unveiling
In a moment of sheer joy and surprise, captured in a video by his mother Kristi and shared on the family’s TikTok account “Stutts Family Fun,” Champ’s find quickly gained viral status. The clip reached the eyes of LSU gymnast Livvy Dunne, who happens to be Paul Skenes’ girlfriend. Livvy not only engaged with the TikTok post but also shared it with Skenes himself.
Champ revealed, “She showed it to Paul Skenes. And Paul Skenes commented. I think he said, ‘You’re coming to one of my baseball games,’” showing the kind gesture of the baseball player towards his little fan. The buzz didn’t stop there as the Pittsburgh Pirates, Skenes’ team, also joined in on the excitement. They reached out to the Stutts family and promised Champ a special Paul Skenes jersey, sealing the memorable moment for the young collector.
A Card-Collecting Legacy
Champ’s passion for baseball cards is not just a personal hobby; it’s a family tradition. His father, who initiated the search for a Skenes Topps Chrome rookie patch card back in November, passed down the love of collecting to his son. Now, Champ’s contagious enthusiasm has even begun to influence his two-year-old brother, who insists on snuggling with cards at bedtime.
Despite his brotherly care, Champ knows to set boundaries. “Bro, don’t bend it,” he advises firmly, ensuring that the more valuable cards remain in mint condition.
A New Team on the Radar
@stuttsfamilyfun Replying to @Olivia Dunne Getting up early for school isn’t fun until you hear this news! You and Paul are the absolute BEST!
Champ Stutts may be a young kindergartner from Texas, but his recent discovery of the rare Paul Skenes card has catapulted him to fame in the baseball card community. With the support of his family, the attention of his favorite player, Paul Skenes, and even the Pittsburgh Pirates, Champ’s infectious passion for collecting has touched the hearts of many. In the world of baseball cards, sometimes it takes the innocence and excitement of a child to remind us all of the magic in the hobby.
