“Rawlings” manufactured “OFFICIAL BALL - 1990 ALL-STAR GAME” Vincent baseball. Stamped on the west panel is the “1990 All-Star Game” logo in blue. The ball has been signed by 28 members of the 1990 American League All-Star Team. Notable signatures include Hall of Famers Tony LaRussa (ss)(Manager), Kirby Puckett, Frank Robinson, Cal Ripken Jr., Rickey Henderson and Wade Boggs. Additional signatures include: Julio Franco (1990 All-Star Game MVP), Mark McGwire, Ken Griffey Jr., Gregg Olson, Steve Sax, Brook Jacoby, Lance Parrish, Kelly Gruber, Alan Trammell, Dave Stieb (x2), Chuck Finley, Doug Jones, Jose Canseco, Bret Saberhagen, Sandy Alomar Jr., Bobby Thigpen, Ozzie Guillen, Dave Parker and Cecil Fielder. All signatures are done in either black or blue ink and in our opinion rate a strong 8 overall. The ball is in NM condition with some light toning. Accompanied by a LOA from JSA and an additional LOA from Dave Phillips, one of the 1990 All-Star Game umpires.
David Robert Phillips is a retired umpire, first with the American League from 1971-1999, then with both leagues from 2001-2002. Dave had the honor of working four World Series (1976, 1982, 1987—crew chief, and 1993—crew chief) and two All-Star Games (1977 and 1990). Offered here, as Lots #225 through #237, are autographed baseballs which Dave himself personally collected during his tenure as a Major League umpire.