This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 2/24/2019
While Cal Ripken, Jr.'s minor league stats are not of the eye-popping variety, they were certainly good enough to merit his steady advance through the Orioles' farms system and eventual promotion to the big leagues in 1981. Ripken began the 1981 season at AAA Rochester, where he hit .288 with 23 home runs and 75 RBI in 114 games, including the longest game in professional baseball history - a marathon 33-inning affair that began at McCoy Stadium in Pawtucket, RI on April 18/19, 1981 and concluded at the same ballpark on June 23. Ripken got one rip in with this Wilson Liga de Beisbol Profesional de Puerto Rico minor league baseball while playing for Caguas, which shows evidence of excellent game use. Ripken has applied a blue ballpoint signature with a "Home Run" inscription. The fan who obtained the ball has penned the date "Dec. 4 1981 Friday" and Ripken's "#8" on the same panel as the autograph. In fine condition with great game use and minor toning. Accompanied by a full Letter of Authenticity from PSA/DNA.