2024 Topps NOW #407 ⭐ Paul Skenes RC (PR-18,345)
2024 Topps NOW #407SP, Foil SP Variation ⭐ Paul Skenes - Nolan Ryan RC (PR-200)
Two years ago yesterday, on July 11, 2024, Paul Skenes authored one of the greatest pitching performances ever by a rookie, throwing seven no-hit innings with 11 strikeouts against the Brewers. In doing so, he joined Hall of Famer Nolan Ryan as just the second pitcher in American and National League history to record multiple starts in the same season of at least six no-hit innings with 11 or more strikeouts—a feat Ryan accomplished during his legendary 1973 season. Paul Skenes has continued to draw comparisons to Ryan with his overpowering fastball, electric strikeout ability, and historic pace early in his career, making the connection between the two flamethrowers one of the most compelling storylines in modern baseball.