This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 12/7/2014
Mark McGwire was named Rookie of the Year in 1987, after a spectacular first season performance that included setting a rookie record of 49 home runs. As his career progressed, it soon became obvious that McGwire was destined to become one of baseball's all-time great power hitters. All doubts were laid to rest when he shattered Roger Maris' single season record in 1998, hitting an unbelievable 70 home runs.
This jersey was worn by Big Mac during that most extraordinary landmark season. On the inside left front tail is the "Rawlings" manufacturers tag. Attached are additional manufacturer’s size "52" and “SET 1 1998” flag tags. Across the front is "Cardinals" in script and the "Cardinals on a Bat" logo embroidered in red, yellow and black. On the back is the player number "25" in red on navy blue tackle twill. Across the back is the player name "MCGWIRE" in red on navy blue tackle twill on a grey name plate. The jersey has a custom hemmed straight bottom to McGwire’s specifications. It has been autographed by McGwire in bold blue sharpie. The jersey shows game-use and appears to have no alterations of any kind. The front tail bears holograms from Steiner and MLB Authentication for autograph (MT00441477).
Pre-certified by PSA/DNA.