2013 Yasiel Puig Rookie Los Angeles Dodgers Postseason Game-Issued Road Jersey

Yasiel Puig’s 2013 Rookie Jersey: A Symbol of Baseball Brilliance

A Remarkable Rookie Season

In 2013, Yasiel Puig burst onto the Major League Baseball scene with a rookie season that was nothing short of sensational. Despite joining the majors in June, Puig made an indelible mark by hitting an impressive .319 over 104 games, with 19 home runs and 42 RBIs. His outstanding performance earned him a spot on Baseball America’s All-Rookie team and a second-place finish in the National League Rookie of the Year voting. Puig’s electrifying presence on the field captivated fans, garnering him 15.5 million votes in the All-Star Final Vote, just behind Freddie Freeman of the Atlanta Braves.

The Jersey: A Testament to Talent

This jersey, presented to us as team-issued, is a tangible piece of Puig’s extraordinary rookie year. The front left tail features the “Majestic” manufacturer’s tag with size “50” and a “MLB” hologram with serial number “EK 645329”. The outer left seam proudly displays a “COOL BASE” tag, while the left inseam includes a “100% POLYESTER” tag with wash instructions and two inspection stickers. Inside the rear collar, a grey strip tag reads “66 Puig 50 2013” embroidered in black, affirming its authenticity.

• Iconic Design: The jersey showcases “Los Angeles” in dodger blue tackle twill across the front, with the player number “66” in red tackle twill below.
• Distinctive Features: The left sleeve bears the Dodgers’ interlocking “LA” logo and the Majestic “M”, both in dodger blue tackle twill.
• Commemorative Patch: The right sleeve is adorned with the “2013 POSTSEASON” patch, a nod to the Dodgers’ playoff journey that year.
• Signature Details: The back collar features the official “MLB” logo, while the player name “PUIG” and number “66” are emblazoned across the back in dodger blue tackle twill.

Acknowledged by Legends

Puig’s impact extended beyond statistics. In Clayton Kershaw’s 2014 NL Cy Young & MVP acceptance speech, Kershaw expressed his admiration for Puig, stating, “To Yasiel Puig, thank you for showing me things on a baseball field that I’ve never seen before. The most amazing talent I’ve ever seen.” Such praise from a fellow baseball luminary underscores the significance of Puig’s contributions during his rookie season.

This jersey is not merely a piece of clothing; it is a symbol of a remarkable season and a testament to Puig’s exceptional talent. For collectors and enthusiasts, it represents an opportunity to own a piece of baseball history. Explore our baseball memorabilia auctions to discover more treasures like this.

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