This lot is closed. Bidding ended on 12/31/2005.
Outstanding ball marks evident on the right barrel, with blue ball marks still evident on the hitting surface. The Cooperstown member signed the barrel with a blue sharpie rating a near perfect 10. His initials "WB" are written on the knob end in black marker. Heavy pine tar remains on the handle as evident in the picture. As minor league Rookie of the Year in 1981, this was certainly one of his favorite clubs to use en-route to his illustrious career. The bat was cracked along the handle but repaired to maintain its rigidity. Man: H&B, Model: R161, Order Period: 1981-83, L: 34.25 in, W: 31.4 oz, Wood: Ash, Finish: Flame Burned. The bat is accompanied by a LOA from PSA/DNA and the signature by a LOA from James Spence Authentication.