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CBS News
03-05-2025
- Entertainment
- CBS News
DICK's House of Sport will put the one-of-a-kind Paul Skenes rookie card on display next week
After months of searching, an offer from the Pirates that included 30 years of season tickets, a million-dollar auction, and a local company snatching up a one-of-one Paul Skenes card, a date has officially been set for the public to come see the Skenes MLB Debut Patch card. DICK's Sporting Goods announced this past week that the card will be on display starting on Friday, May 9 at the DICK's House of Sport Store at Ross Park Mall. The card contains a patch that was on Skenes's jersey the first time he took the mound in an MLB game last May. The card, as previously stated, is a one-of-one and was sent to auction, where DICK's purchased the card for the price of $1.1 million in March. The hunt for a one-of-one Paul Skenes rookie card Late in 2024, the Pirates and Topps announced that there was a one-of-a-kind Skenes rookie card. Known as the "MLB Debut Patch" card, the autographed card featured the patch that was on Skenes's uniform in his big league debut. From the time the card was sent out for the purchasing public, the hunt was on, and the offers from the Pirates, as well as Skenes's girlfriend, Livvy Dunne, were astronomical. The Pirates stated on social media that if the person who found the card was willing to return it to the club, they would get: Two Pirates season tickets behind home plate for 30 years A softball game at PNC Park for 30 with coaching from Pirates alumni A spring training experience that would include a meet-and-greet with Skenes, two Skenes autographed jerseys, and the chance to take batting practice and warmups with the team. Dunne upped the stakes, saying that whoever found the card and returned it to the team could watch a game in her suite with her at PNC Park. California collector declines the Pirates' offer In January, the hunt officially came to an end after an 11-year-old card collector in California pulled the card, becoming the lucky winner. "I started begging my mom for it [Topps 2024 chrome update]...since they are awesome, they got the box," he wrote in his journal that his parents shared with the Topps' social media team. "The first present we opened was the hobby the second pack, I got the Paul Skenes redemption card!" Despite the Pirates' massive offer, the 11-year-old declined the offer, opting to send the card to auction, but not for personal gain. At the time of his decision, Los Angeles was being devastated by a massive wildfire, and instead of auctioning the card off for money, the child decided to donate the proceeds to fire relief funding. Even after declining the offer, the Pirates did share a message with him saying "Well, we're bummed that we won't be seeing you behind home plate for 30 seasons, but we'd still love to bring you to Pittsburgh for a special day at PNC Park this season." Card nets $1.1 million at auction, comes home to Pittsburgh Then, in March, the card officially headed to auction, where bidding took place in a frenzy with prices rising quickly. It would ultimately sell for $1.11 million to, at the time, an anonymous bidder. Just hours after its sale was finalized, DICK's Sporting Goods announced they were the ones to pony up the more than $1 million. "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." On May 9, the card will officially be displayed in the new collectors' space on the bottom floor of the store, and the public will be able to view it beginning at 9 a.m. Fans who wish to go see the card will need a wristband that weekend. There will be 500 available each da,y and they will be distributed on a first-come, first-served basis.
CBS News
01-05-2025
- Sport
- CBS News
What roads will close for the 2025 DICK's Sporting Goods Pittsburgh Marathon this weekend? Here are the maps and detours
In just a couple of days, more than 45,000 runners from across the United States and the world will take to the streets of Pittsburgh for one of the biggest events of the year - the DICK's Sporting Goods Pittsburgh Marathon! This year, the Pittsburgh Marathon will take place on May 2-4. The Pittsburgh Marathon is expecting one of its biggest in its history. Road closures for Marathon Weekend Obviously, with runners traveling anywhere from one mile to 26.2 miles throughout the city, that means roads will be closed. So, if you're planning to drive through or around the city, here are some of the closures and detours you'll need to be aware of. Timing for road closures on the Pittsburgh Marathon Sunday Pittsburgh Marathon Friday, May 2 The initial closures downtown will begin at noon on Friday on the Boulevard of the Allies between Wood Street and Stanwix Street, and that section will remain closed through the conclusion of the Pittsburgh Marathon Weekend on Sunday, May 4. Saturday, May 3 Saturday will be the UPMC Health Plan/UPMC Sports Medicine 5K, U.S. Steel Pittsburgh Champions Mile, and the Chick-fil-A Pittsburgh Kids Marathon, and those events kick off at 6:45 a.m. on the North Side and downtown. Streets will be closed beginning at 6:45 a.m. and are expected to reopen by noon. Saturday, May 3, Pittsburgh Marathon closure map Pittsburgh Marathon Sunday, May 4 Closures for the big day will begin early in the morning. With the half and full marathon races set for Sunday, closures will start downtown at 1:30 a.m. and continue throughout the city until approximately 2:30 p.m. A full map of closures for the Pittsburgh Marathon on Sunday, May 4 Pittsburgh Marathon Sunday will also be a busy day in the city as the Pirates will be playing the San Diego Padres at PNC Park at 1:35 p.m., and the University of Pittsburgh's commencement ceremony will be held at 2:30 p.m. at PPG Paints Arena. How can I travel around or inside the marathon route? The Pittsburgh Marathon, along with Pirates games and other events, will cause heavy traffic in and around the city, so if you do have plans to visit the city, keep in mind that the route forms a loop around the city. Along with closures, there will certainly be delays, so make sure to budget extra time for your trip. Entering the city on the Pittsburgh Marathon Sunday: Ways you can navigate inbound on Sunday, May 4. Pittsburgh Marathon Exiting the city on the Pittsburgh Marathon Sunday: Ways you can exit the city on Pittsburgh Marathon Sunday, May 4 Pittsburgh Marathon For more information on routes, parking, road closures, and other traffic-related questions, you can check out the Pittsburgh Marathon's guide on their website at this link. Where can I get my packet, bib, and gear? Pittsburgh Marathon Weekend gets going on Friday, May 2, and the general public will be able to pick up their packets, race bib, and t-shirt starting at 11 a.m. at the David L. Lawrence Convention Center. When runners head to the convention center, they'll need to provide their bib number as well as a photo ID in order to get them. Runners can also authorize another person to pick up their race packet, and that person will need their own photo ID, a completed packet pickup slip, and the participant's bib number. You can get the full details on pickup and the expo on their website right here. Pittsburgh Marathon Weekend Schedule of Events The festivities get started on Friday, May 2, at 9:30 a.m. runners who are participating in the Sunday Beginning at 7 a.m. and going until 2 p.m., the Finish Line Festival will be at Point State Park and will take place on both Saturday and Sunday. Friday Schedule Friday is kickoff day for marathon weekend. The general public can begin picking up their packets and race bibs at the David L. Lawrence Convention Center at 11 a.m. The Pittsburgh Live Well Expo presented by GNC will run from 11 a.m. until 8 p.m. at the convention center. There will also be a VIP reception in the Westmoreland Room at the Westin Convention Center Hotel from 6:30 p.m. until 8:30 p.m. Saturday Schedule The running gets started on Saturday at 7:30 a.m., with the UPMC Health Plan/UPMC Sports Medicine Pittsburgh 5K Run. That gets started on the North Shore on West General Robinson Street by PNC Park and finishes on the Boulevard of the Allies. At 8:30 a.m. at Point State Park, the Sheetz Pittsburgh Toddler Trot gets going and heats go until 9:15 a.m. At the same time, on the North Shore, the U.S. Steel Pittsburgh Champions Mile starts on West Robinson Street and finishes on the Boulevard of the Allies. Starting at 9:30, the Chick-fil-A Pittsburgh Kids Marathon will get underway on West General Robinson Street and finish at the Boulevard of the Allies. Heats will from from 9:30 a.m. until 11:30 a.m. Finally, at noon, the Pittsburgh Pet Walk will take place at Point State Park. Sunday Schedule Sunday is the big day! The Pittsburgh Full and Half Marathon gets underway early when the Handcycle Division starts at 6:50 a.m. That begins on Liberty Avenue near 10th Street and finishes on the Boulevard of the Allies. At 7 a.m., the DICK'S Sporting Goods Pittsburgh Marathon, UPMC Health Plan Pittsburgh Half Marathon, and the FedEx Pittsburgh Marathon Relay gets going. It starts on Liberty Avenue near 10th Street and finishes on the Boulevard of the Allies. At 9 a.m., the KeyBank | UPMC Health Plan Back Half Marathon gets going at Ellsworth Avenue near Devonshire Street and will finish at the Boulevard of the Allies. Finally, at 9:30 a.m., the GNC Pittsburgh 4-Mile Fitness Challenge begins at Baum Boulevard and ends at the Boulevard of the Allies.
Yahoo
25-04-2025
- Yahoo
St. Landry Parish Grand Jury issues murder and rape indictments
ST. LANDRY PARISH, La. (KLFY) — St. Landry Parish Grand Jury indicted three people who will be arraigned in May for several charges such as second degree murder and first degree rape. Earlier today, Marques Malik Sonnier and 16-year-old juvenile were indicted for second degree murder of Kendrick Lewis, who was killed in the Honey Lane shooting on the evening of Dec. 28, 2024, authorities said. 4 of 5 suspects wanted in connection to St. Landry Parish murder surrender Authorities reported if convicted, Sonnier will face a sentence of mandatory life imprisonment at hard labor, without probation and parole of suspension of sentence. His arraignment will is scheduled to be May 22. The juvenile will face life imprisonment and may be eligible for parole consideration after serving 25 years if convicted of second degree murder, authorities said. Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox. Subscribe Now Another indictment the St. Landry Parish Grand Jury announced was for Jakob Sedrick Oakley, 22, of Opelousas was charged with first degree rape and aggravated second degree battery of a Lafayette woman, authorities said. The incident occurred on October 2, 2024 at McClelland Road in the Lawtell area, authorities said. If convicted, Oakley will face up to 15 years at hard labor for aggravated second degree battery and face a sentence of mandatory life imprisonment at hard labor, without probation and parole of suspension of sentence for first degree rape. Oakley is scheduled to be arraigned on May 15. Full special: Vietnam – A Lost Generation DICK's House of Sport replaces Sears at Mall of Louisiana with new flagship store The 2025 Blazer EV SS: An electric SUV with a twist Former Disney World employee sentenced to 3 years in prison for hacking menus Trump to take 100 days victory lap on border, inflation with speech in Michigan Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Reuters
24-03-2025
- Sport
- Reuters
USWNT to take on Ireland in two June friendlies
March 24 - The United States women's national team has scheduled a pair of friendly matches in June against the Republic of Ireland. The teams will meet in Commerce City, Colo., on June 26 and in Cincinnati on June 29, the U.S. Soccer Federation announced Monday. The USWNT will also play a third match on July 2, with an opponent and location to be determined. The U.S. and Ireland last met in April 2023 when the Americans swept a pair of matches in Austin, Texas, and St. Louis ahead of the FIFA Women's World Cup where both teams were participants. "Ireland is one of the most difficult European teams to play against, so I'm happy we could get these games," said U.S. head coach Emma Hayes. "We need to play teams that will push us and create an environment where our players have to solve problems and play under pressure. "We're still early in our process of building towards World Cup qualifying for '27 and we still have a lot of growth to go as a team and as individuals, so these summer matches at these great soccer venues will once again provide a platform for the players to show their abilities to excel at a high level." The June 26 game in Colorado at DICK's Sporting Goods Park is scheduled for a 9 p.m. ET start. The June 29 match at Cincinnati's TQL Stadium is slated for 3 p.m. ET. The U.S. has won all 15 previous meetings against Ireland.
CBS News
21-03-2025
- Entertainment
- CBS News
DICK's Sporting Goods announces purchase of one-of-a-kind Paul Skenes rookie card
Just hours after it became known that the one-of-a-kind, MLB Debut Patch Paul Skenes rookie card sold at auction for $1.11 million , we now know who the winner is. DICK's Sporting Goods announced that it had purchased the card at auction and it will be put on display at the DICK's House of Sport store. "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 housed in a new space at the Ross Park location that will be known as the collector's space. DICK's said that will new space will feature trading cards and memorabilia. Those spaces will be at DICK's House of Sport locations across the country, including here in Pittsburgh, in Spring 2025. More details on when the Skenes card will go on display will be announced by DICK's at a later date. The card, which contains the MLB Debut patch from Skenes' uniform and his autograph, was in a pack of 2024 Topps Chrome Update, which dropped on Nov. 13. Fans and collectors began frantically searching for the ultra-rare item, so much so that Pittsburgh-area trading card stores said they could hardly keep up with the demand . An 11-year-old collector from California found the one-of-a-kind card earlier this year after the Pirates announced they'd trade the finder of the card season tickets, a meet and greet with Skenes and autographed jerseys. Paul Skenes' girlfriend, LSU gymnast Livvy Dunne, also offered a seat in her suite during a game . The boy ultimately decided to sell the card.
