This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 12/9/2016
Joe Mauer 2005 Rawlings blonde block letter 456MR model bat measuring 34 inches and weighs 32.3 ounces. The bat shows quality player use characteristics with deeply embedded ball marks, stitch marks, cleat marks, bat rack marks and pine tar. The order number (538) and year (05) are stamped into the knob. Mauer, the 2009 AL MVP, already has 3 AL Batting Titles on his resume. High quality Mauer bats like this one are extremely difficult to find, and this is a rare one from his first full season in the major leagues. He appeared in 35 games in 2004 but 2005 is considered his rookie season. Professionally authenticated and graded by PSA/DNA as an 8.5.
(PSA/DNA)