Olivia Dunne has been stealing the spotlight this week, and not just for her flips and stunts. The LSU gymnast made waves when she appeared alongside her boyfriend, MLB star Paul Skenes, on ESPN’s College Gameday during LSU’s big showdown against Alabama. Spoiler alert: it wasn’t pretty for the Tigers, who got steamrolled 42-13 in Baton Rouge. To add insult to injury, some fans weren’t thrilled about Livvy’s appearance, sparking criticism online. But let’s be real, Livvy doesn’t back down from the drama.

Meanwhile, her boyfriend is on a roll. Paul Skenes has been making headlines of his own, snagging MLB Rookie of the Year honors with the Pittsburgh Pirates. To celebrate, Topps released a limited-edition rookie debut patch card, complete with Paul’s autograph. The Pirates jumped on the hype train too, offering fans an incredible deal if they find and hand over one of those coveted cards. The prizes?

Two tickets behind home plate for 30 years, a pair of autographed Skenes jerseys, a meet-and-greet with the man himself, and more. Talk about a treasure hunt! Then Olivia Dunne swooped in and turned the heat up. Commenting on the Pirates’ post, she threw out an irresistible bonus: “Let’s raise the stakes. The person who finds the card can sit with me at a Pirates game in my suite.” Naturally, the internet went wild. Topps wasn’t about to let that golden nugget slide, reposting the offer on Instagram with the caption: “Livvy Dunne just upped the ante. Who’s taking the deal now?”

The Paul Skenes rookie card isn’t just any collectible—it’s part of Topps’ exclusive lineup featuring autographed patch cards for all 250 rookies who made their MLB debuts this season. Each card boasts a replica of the exact MLB Debut patch worn during their first game. Cool, right? Well, Skenes’ card is extra special, considering he bagged Rookie of the Year honors after an incredible season—even though his team, the Pirates, missed the playoffs. That mix of individual brilliance and team heartbreak has baseball fans buzzing about his card’s value.

But here’s where it gets interesting (and a little bizarre). Rumor has it, the Pirates are keen to acquire this golden ticket from whoever owns it. While they’re reportedly offering long-term perks like 30 years’ worth of home game tickets (yes, three decades!), fans had a lot to say about the unique incentive that of Livvy offering the chance to sit next to her.

Let’s just say the baseball fandom wasn’t impressed. “Oh yeah, sitting next to her really raised the stakes compared to 30 years of tix. What narcissism,” quipped one fan. Others also had a lot to say about this offer. But to be fair, she’s a legend in the gymnastics and NIL world and knows how to captivate her fans. But baseball diehards? Not so much.

Fans left unsatisfied with Olivia Dunne’s offer Paul Skenes’ limited edition card

Gymnastics fans were all in on Olivia Dunne’s offer to watch a Pirates game with her. Things got even juicier when her sister Julz chimed in, saying, “Fine everyone, stop asking; let me raise the bar; I’ll be in the suite too.” For gymnastics diehards, that’s a VIP double whammy. But baseball fans? Not so much. One bluntly called it out with, “Lame next offer.” Ouch.

Here’s the thing: most baseball fans aren’t exactly following college gymnastics. For many, Livvy is that gymnast with a massive social media presence who is the highest-earning NIL female athlete, which, let’s face it, doesn’t always appeal to the ballpark crowd. So, the idea of sitting next to her didn’t exactly hit a home run.

What they might’ve missed, though, is that Olivia’s offer wasn’t just a seat—it was a suite! Yep, we’re talking prime game views, a catered package, non-alcoholic drinks, and parking passes for easy access. Honestly, that’s pretty generous. But still, the skepticism lingered. One unimpressed fan asked, “Does anyone really care?”

Then there’s this point: “This offer is great for a diehard Pirate fan who lives in Pittsburgh; anyone else would rather take the potential $500k the card is worth.” Fair play. The Paul Skenes rookie card is a unicorn—rare, coveted, and a potential jackpot for anyone looking to cash in. Who needs parking passes when you could be pocketing half a million?

On the other hand, the Pittsburgh Pirates and Olivia Dunne’s offer, while generous, doesn’t exactly excite fans outside of Pittsburgh. Sure, 30 years of game tickets might sound like a dream for diehard Pirates supporters, but for fans of other teams? Not so much. And let’s be honest, most of them don’t even live anywhere near Pittsburgh, so the idea isn’t exactly thrilling.

This all means the card will likely only make its way back to the Pirates if it ends up with one of their own fans. Others, however, are having fun with the idea. One fan jokingly offered a much smaller trade, saying, “Nah, I would trade it for a Johan Rojas Rookie card.” For reference, Rojas, a Phillies outfielder, debuted in 2023 with a .261 batting average and five homers. Respectable stats.

Meanwhile, Paul Skenes, the star of this whole story (and Dunne’s boyfriend, ICYMI), clocked in an incredible 170 strikeouts last season, solidifying his place as one of the Pirates’ most crucial players. That’s why his rookie card is such a big deal—it’s a once-in-a-lifetime collector’s item, tied to an extraordinary season.

That’s why getting your hands on this card is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. It’s not going to be easy for the Pirates or Olivia Dunne to convince any fan who lands it to part with it, no matter how tempting the offers may be. This isn’t just a piece of memorabilia—it’s a piece of baseball history.