Opening Day Auction 2014
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 4/26/2014
Derek Jeter started off the '11 season with a series of injuries and a slump that left many Bronx faithful fearing the star shortstop's career in jeopardy. The Yankees' captain though otherwise and through hard work and retooling of his mechanics bounced back to have one of his finest seasons ever. Batting .297, he became the first Yankee to reach the 3,000 hit milestone all while wearing the pinstripes. This great game used Louisville Slugger dates from Jeter's historic 3000 hit season. The uncracked Louisville Slugger model P72 bat shows outstanding game use, with countless ball marks, ball stitch impressions and deep cleat marks. White leather ball scuffs can be seen as well as the impression from his weighted batting donut. Mota Stick lightly coats the handle. The manufacturing date "5/17/11, length "34" and weight "32oz" are stamped into the knob end. PSA/DNA sticker number 1B04861 is affixed to the barrel end. Letter of Authenticity from Steiner Sports and PSA/DNA who have graded this bat GU 9.