This lot is closed. Bidding ended on 6/27/2002.
As a youngster, Roger Clemens idolized all-time strikeout king Nolan Ryan and in less than five full major league seasons, he emerged as Ryan's rival as baseball's most overpowering pitcher. The physically imposing 6'4" 220 pound Clemens' confident attitude bordered on arrogance, but his impeccable mechanics, outstanding control, good curveball and a 95-mph fastball often left batters flailing helplessly. On the left front tail of the jersey is the "Russell Athletic" label and size "48" and below is the year tag "1996." Next to this is the "2" Extra length" label. Across the front of the jersey is the name "Red Sox" and on the back is the player number "21." Both the name and number are made of red on blue tackle twill. The jersey shows game-use and appears to have no alterations of any kind.