Tony Gwynn Single Signed AUTO NL (Giamatti) baseball Batting Champ Inscription PSA/DNA COA
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Tony Gwynn (Deceased) nicknamed "Mr. Padre", was an American professional baseball right fielder who played 20 seasons (1982–2001) in Major League Baseball (MLB) for the San Diego Padres. The left-handed hitting Gwynn won eight batting titles in his career, tied for the most in National League (NL) history. He is considered one of the best and most consistent hitters in baseball history. He had a .338 career batting average, never hitting below .309 in any full season. Gwynn was a 15-time All-Star, recognized for his skills both on offense and defense with seven Silver Slugger Awards and five Gold Glove Awards. He was the rare player in his era that stayed with a single team his entire career, and he played in the only two World Series appearances in San Diego's franchise history. He was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 2007, his first year of eligibility.
Offered is a circa 1987-89 NL (Giamatti) baseball signed during Gwynn’s playing career. He signed the sweet spot in blue ballpoint pen and wrote under his autograph, “84 87 NL Batting Champ”
Great inscription from arguably the greatest player in San Diego Padres franchise history.
PSA/DNA COA
Item: 12796
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| Price: $549.00 | | |
