Rare Mike Trout 1/1 Card Shows Eagles Passion

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As collectors, we are always on the hunt for that next great pull, that one card that not only embodies rarity but also carries with it a unique touch that separates it from the rest of the proverbial pack. While finding an autograph of a generational talent like Mike Trout is already a cause for celebration, stumbling upon an inscribed version is an entirely different level of excitement.

And when that inscription adds a surprising, personal twist? That’s when the hobby has a tendency to go wild!

Dec 29, 2024; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia Eagles cornerback Darius Slay Jr. (2) gives a ball to MLB player Mike Trout after a fourth quarter fumble recovery against the Dallas Cowboys at Lincoln Financial Field. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-Imagn Images | Bill Streicher-Imagn Images

With that said, let’s take a moment to cherish the 2023 Topps Pristine Personal Endorsements Autograph 1/1 of none other than Mike Trout. What makes this card so special isn’t just the fact that it’s a true one-of-one or that it features the signature of one of baseball’s all-time greats, it’s the fact that it carries a pretty awesome and pretty exciting inscription:

"2012 AL Rookie of the Year"
"3x AL MVP"
"Fly Eagles Fly"

Just saw this 1/1 Mike Trout @Topps Pristine personal endorsement card on eBay 😍

"2012 AL RoY"
"3x AL MVP"
"Fly Eagles Fly"

Trouts an Eagles fan? 🦅 pic.twitter.com/iChfKJVRYc
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The first two lines are exactly what you’d expect from a superstar like Trout, they seemingly commemorate his incredible accomplishments throughout his MLB career. But that third line?

That’s what makes this card an instant classic, especially as we find ourselves in the midst of a Superbowl Week that features the Philadelphia Eagles facing off against the Kansas City Chiefs.

For those somewhat unfamiliar, Mike Trout hails from Vineland, New Jersey, a town right in the heart of Philadelphia Eagles Country. While his professional life revolves around the Los Angeles Angels, his football loyalty has always remained with the Philadelphia Eagles.

By inscribing "Fly Eagles Fly", the rallying cry of die-hard Eagles fans, Trout didn’t just sign a baseball card, he created a piece of sports history that transcends across both major league baseball and the national football league.

Sep 6, 2018; Philadelphia, PA, USA; Philadelphia Eagles tight end Zach Ertz (86) greets Angles outfielder Mike Trout before a game against the Atlanta Falcons at Lincoln Financial Field. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-Imagn Images | Bill Streicher-Imagn Images

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Collectors have long placed a premium on inscriptions, especially when they offer a unique or personal glimpse into an athlete’s life. Some of the most sought-after inscribed autographs have included tributes to family members, shout-outs to hometowns, or references to major achievements.

But when an athlete steps outside their sport and injects a little personality, like Trout’s loyalty to the Eagles, it takes things to an entirely different level and why we go on the proverbial hunt for inscribed autographs.

And when that inscription happens to tie one of baseball’s greatest players to one of football’s most passionate fan bases? Well, that’s when you know you’ve found something truly special.