The 2022 National Feature Auction - Closes Saturday, July 30th

Lot #174:

Aaron Judge Game Used & Signed 2014 Chandler Baseball Bat (PSA/DNA Graded GU 9!)

In 2014, Aaron Judge was just beginning his professional career. He made his debut with the Charleston RiverDogs of the Class A South Atlantic League and came out with a .333 batting average. He was quickly promoted to the Tampa Yankees of the Class A-Advanced Florida State League. He continued his minor league career with the Yankees for three years. Now, Judge has established himself as one of the most explosive hitters in the game. With Judge sitting at over 30+ home runs before the All-Star break, and on pace to easily slug 50-60 home runs this season while leading the Yankees on what may be a historical run (even for Yankees standards), Judge has swiftly become one of the most sought-after gamers of all current players.

Offered here is a bat used in the year that started it all, 2014. This Chandler model AJ44 Aaron Judge professional model bat was typical of those used by Judge in his time in the minor league. The bat exhibits evidence of outstanding use, including a handle crack. Ball marks and ball stitch impressions are scattered around the barrel, and cleat marks can be seen as well. A visible impression from a weighted batting donut is present, along with a moderate coat of pine tar on the handle. Adding to the value of the piece is Aaron Judge's autograph in silver metallic marker, along with the inscription "2015 Game Used" - an error by Judge on the year of use. All of the years must blur together after the whirlwind he has had! Aaron Judge memorabilia is likely to only go up in value. Authenticated & graded an outstanding GU 9 by PSA/DNA with a full Letter of Grading & Authenticity.