This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 11/30/2006
One of the all-time great shortstops Cal Ripken Jr.'s other achievements are somewhat overshadowed by his consecutive games played record. Baseball's tallest full-time shortstop (6'4") he combined power and defense in a way rivaled by few of his predecessors. A hometown hero who has played his entire career for the Baltimore Orioles he started 17 consecutive All-Star games (the last three as a third baseman) hit more home runs than any shortstop in history and owns highest single-season fielding percentage for a shortstop. This pair of game worn Nike Air Cal Ripken Jr. spikes were originally donated to Tony LaRussa's Animal Rescue Foundation for auction. Each shoe has been signed in gold sharpie "Cal Ripken Jr. '94". Shoes show light wear with scuffing pine tar and dirt. Beautiful pair of spikes with impeccable major league provenance. LOA from Tony LaRussa and additional LOA from PSA/DNA.