This lot is closed. Bidding ended on 12/10/2004.
It was May 31st, 1999 when Alex Rodriguez stepped into the batter's box against Sidney Ponson of the Baltimore Orioles. Alex would smack just his seventh home run of the season, en route to a 10-6 Mariners win. This bat shows outstanding use with ball, hit, and white transfer marks on all sides of the barrel. A light coat of pine tar has been applied to the handle to aide in grip. Arod signed the front barrel in silver marker with the inscription "HR #7 1999" which rates a solid 9. Manufacturer: Hillerich & Bradsby, Model Number: C271, Labeling Period: 1999, Length: 33-3/4 inches, Weight: 31 ounces, Wood: Ash, Finish: Black/Smith. The bat comes with two letters from PSA/DNA and an additional COA.