Winter Auction 2016 Closing January 30th
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 1/31/2016
Already a star in the National League, Sandoval solidified his stature as one of the game’s premier sluggers when he joined Ruth, Jackson and Pujols by hitting 3 home runs in a World Series game. It was the crowning achievement to a great season that culminated in his being named the World Series MVP. The Marucci PS48 model bat shows outstanding use with a handle crack. Many ball marks with stitch impressions are visible along with blue ink transfers and cleat imprints. A moderate coat of Mota Stick is on the lower handle and pine tar is on the upper handle. The date of manufacture "01/31/12", length "4", weight "2.0" and Sandoval's number "48" are stamped into the knob. The Giants star has signed the barrel in blue marker adding "2012 W.S. Champs". Letter of Authenticity (1B09977) from PSA/DNA who have graded this bat a GU 9.