I picked up these two autograph cards, just in case. Right now neither of the pair follow my autograph collection rules. They have not yet had a certified autograph card showing them as a Cub in a year that they played for the Cubs.
That could change in April. Wicks did a nice job in his seven starts last September and most likely will make the Cubs 2024 roster. Once he gets into a game, with the above card from 2024 Topps Series One, he becomes a rule follower.
Palencia made his debut on July 4, 2023, and made 27 appearances out of the bullpen over the last three months. He's on the bubble to make the team out of spring training, but even if he doesn't, he will most likely be called up sometime during the season. Picking up his card was a bit more of a gamble compared to the Wicks card, but it only set me back five bucks, so it was worth taking a shot.
I'll have my regular rule making post with all the cards and lists once either, or both, make an appearance with the 2024 Cubs.
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