This lot is closed. Bidding ended on 7/8/2004.
When Cal Ripken Jr. retired from baseball, it marked the end of an era. He had appeared in 2,632 consecutive games and was only the seventh player in history to collect 400 home runs and 3,000 hits. The perennial All-Star put this bat to use during the 1998-99 seasons. It shows outstanding use with ball. hit, and cleat marks visible on the barrel. A moderate coat of pine tar has been applied to the handle and the player number "8" has been written on both ends in silver marker. Manufacturer: Young Bat Co., Model Number: Y17, Labeling Period: 1998-99, Length: 35, Weight: 34.2 ounces, Wood: Ash, Finish: Black. The bat comes with a letter from PSA/DNA.