Don Mattingly Signed Ball w/ Dodger Blue Insc.

This is a MLB baseball signed by new LA Dodger Batting Coach Don Mattingly. Inscribed on the ball Mattingly has written "Dodger Blue." A humble man of grace and dignity, Don Mattingly carried on the legacy of the pinstripe tradition and dedicated his career to the pursuit of excellence. "Donnie Baseball" rose from a long-shot 19th round draft pick in 1979 to become the 10th captain to be named by the Yankees in their storied history. The premier first baseman of his era (1982-1995), Mattingly won nine Gold Gloves, appeared in six All-Star Games and hit .307 over 14 seasons. In 1985 he earned American League Most Valuable Player honors when he hit .324 with 35 home runs and league leading 145 RBI. He also set records for most grand slams in a season (6), most home runs in seven consecutive games (9) and eight consecutive games (10). The Yankees retired his number 23 in 1997. Official Ironclad Authentics Certificate of Authenticity and Hologram, and MLB Hologram included with your order.