Pinsir – Team Up (#9)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Pinsir (#9) is a Rare card from Sun & Moon - Team Up released in 2019. It showcases artwork by Eri Yamaki and the Grip and Squeeze attack (30 damage), The Defending Pokémon can't retreat during your opponent's next turn.. TCGplayer market price sits around $0.31, Cardmarket average sale is €0.46, Floor listings start near €0.10.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.31
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.33
- Recent low listing: €0.10
Card Details
- Set
- Team Up
- Card Number
- 9
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Eri Yamaki
- HP
- 120
- Type
- 🌿 Grass
- Weaknesses
- Fire ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 3 (Colorless, Colorless, Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
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Grip and Squeeze
[Colorless, Colorless]
— 30
The Defending Pokémon can't retreat during your opponent's next turn. -
Guillotine Hug
[Grass, Colorless, Colorless]
Flip 2 coins. If both of them are heads, your opponent's Active Pokémon is Knocked Out.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Pinsir from Team Up (Rare) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2019, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Eri Yamaki.
Market Trends: Current market conditions show moderate interest in this card.
Investment Considerations: Mid-range TCG cards often provide balanced risk-reward profiles for collectors.
⚔️ Competitive Play & Tournament Viability
This Pinsir 9 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
Key Attack: Pinsir's Grip and Squeeze deals 30 damage for Colorless + Colorless energy. Special effect: The Defending Pokémon can't retreat during your opponent's next turn.
Stats Overview: 120 HP • Grass Type • Weak to Fire ×2
Players should check the official Pokémon TCG tournament rules for the most current format regulations and card legality status.
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| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Team Up #9 ← Current | 120 | 2 attacks | Rare | $0.31 |
�📦 Team Up Set Context
This Pinsir is part of the Team Up expansion , released as part of the Sun & Moon series in 2019.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Eri Yamaki, whose distinctive illustration style has made their cards highly collectible. Explore more cards illustrated by this artist to discover similar art styles and collecting themes.
💎 Professional Grading Guide
Professional grading can significantly increase the value of your Pinsir card. Here's what you need to know:
Industry standard • Value multiplier: 2-4x
Best for: High-value cards, modern sets
Subgrades available • Value multiplier: 2-3x
Best for: Premium cards, perfect centering
Fast turnaround • Value multiplier: 1.5-3x
Best for: Budget-friendly option, bulk
💡 Should You Grade This Card?
- Yes, consider grading if: Card value exceeds $20 and is in excellent condition
- Grading cost: $20-100+ per card (depending on service level)
- Break-even point: Card should be worth $50+ raw to justify grading costs
- Turnaround time: 2 weeks to 6 months depending on service
Collector Notes
- Rare cards from Team Up are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Eri Yamaki resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Grass typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Pinsir 9 was released in 2019 in the Team Up expansion. This set is part of the Sun & Moon series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Eri Yamaki. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Team Up represents a mid-era release that balances accessibility with collectibility.
Competitive History: Grass type Pokémon like Pinsir with versatile attack options provide flexibility in deck building and can adapt to different matchups. Currently legal in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Pinsir card with these essential products:
- Penny sleeves: Basic protection
- Perfect fit sleeves: Pre-grading
- Top loaders: Display & storage
- Binders with side-loading pages
- Storage boxes (800-count)
- ETB (Elite Trainer Box) storage
- Premium display cases
- Pair with Grass energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Pinsir works best in Grass type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.