Chicago Cubs Legend & 20-K Game Pitcher: Kerry Wood Autographed Custom Gray Baseball Jersey with "1998 NL ROY" Inscription
Celebrate one of the most dominant single-season rookie campaigns in Major League Baseball history with this official Kerry Wood Autographed Chicago Cubs Custom Gray Baseball Jersey. Hand-signed in sharp, permanent marker across the custom-stitched back number by 2x All-Star, Cubs Hall of Famer, and 20-strikeout game legend Kerry Wood, this collectible jersey features his historical award inscription: "1998 NL ROY".
Wood took the baseball world by storm in 1998, delivering his legendary 20-strikeout one-hitter against the Houston Astros—tied for the most strikeouts in a single 9-inning game in MLB history—en route to capturing the National League Rookie of the Year Award. Featuring custom sewn-in nameplate and numbers on classic road gray fabric, this custom non-branded jersey is designed specifically as a premier display piece (size XL). Every signature and inscription is certified 100% authentic under the strict supervision of Schwartz Sports Memorabilia.
Ironclad Schwartz Sports Memorabilia Certification
To guarantee 100% indisputable lifetime market legitimacy, this hand-signed custom jersey was authenticated under the strict oversight of Schwartz Sports Memorabilia.
- Authentication Firm: Schwartz Sports Memorabilia
- Authentication Type: Serial-Numbered Tamper-Proof Security Hologram & Certificate of Authenticity (COA)
- Athlete / Personality: Kerry Wood (1998 NL Rookie of the Year / 2x All-Star / 20 Strikeouts in a Single Game)
- Inscription: "1998 NL ROY"
- Team / Theme: Chicago Cubs / MLB
- Item Type: Custom Stitched Gray Baseball Jersey (Size XL)
- Signature Ink: Bold Permanent Marker Signature
- Authentication Deliverables: Serial-numbered tamper-evident hologram affixed directly to the jersey, physical Certificate of Authenticity, and online database verification.
How to Verify Your Security Hologram
Your authentic Kerry Wood autographed jersey includes digital verification backed by the official Schwartz Sports Memorabilia Database.
- Locate Security Serial Code: Find the unique alphanumeric serial number printed on the tamper-proof Schwartz Sports hologram sticker affixed to the jersey.
- Navigate to Verification Portal: Visit the official Schwartz Sports verification portal (schwartzsportsmemorabilia.com/verify).
- Input Certification Code: Type the unique serial number into the online database lookup tool.
- Review Verified Details: Instantly confirm the matching player record, item description, inscription, and official digital certificate.
Risk-Free Shopping & Premium Protective Shipping
- Secure Protective Packaging: Your autographed Kerry Wood jersey is carefully folded, garment-bagged, and boxed to ensure the signature, inscription, and fabric remain immaculate during transit. Standard ground shipping is completely free.
- Free 30-Day Returns: Shop with total confidence. If you are not completely satisfied with the item's condition, signature clarity, or overall presentation upon arrival, return it within 30 days for a full refund—we cover all return shipping costs.
Product Specifications & Details
- Player: Kerry Wood (#34)
- Team: Chicago Cubs
- Inscription: "1998 NL ROY"
- Jersey Style: Custom Stitched Gray Baseball Jersey (Size XL)
- Authentication: Schwartz Sports Memorabilia Hologram & COA
- Condition: Brand-new / Mint collector condition, ready for display or framing
