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02-07-2014, 03:16 PM
Is it a Rookie or not?
So I was able to acquire a 2012 Finest Mike Trout Mystery Rookie auto /100 but since 2011 was considered his rookie year why does this card say rookie on its title?
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02-07-2014, 05:24 PM
RE: Is it a Rookie or not?
Guess Topps decided to make one for Trout after they put the rookie mystery redemption cards out. The other 4 in the set still have the RC logo on them-- his does not so it is not a rookie card.
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02-08-2014, 02:55 AM
RE: Is it a Rookie or not?
Technically, Mike Trout still had rookie status in 2012. He didn't play enough games in the Major Leagues in 2011 to not be considered a rookie in 2012. He didn't hit the minimum until May/June 2012.