Relive the Epic Summer That Saved Baseball
Bring the unforgettable magic, historic power, and electric legacy of the greatest home run race in sports history into your sports room, office, or fan cave. This Rawlings official MLB baseball features a premium, highly coveted dual-signature presentation, hand-signed in bold, crisp ink by both Chicago Cubs legend Sammy Sosa and St. Louis Cardinals icon Mark McGwire. Commemorating their legendary battle that captivated the entire world, this milestone baseball features the historic, handwritten inscription "1998 HR Chase," beautifully penned directly by Sammy Sosa.
Perfect for standout display on a desk, shelf, or inside a premium glass case, this piece honors the two titans who combined for an unimaginable 138 home runs in a single season. It stands as a true crown jewel centerpiece for any historic baseball collector, NL Central enthusiast, or serious sports investor looking to anchor their personal vault with a premier, high-growth asset.
Ironclad Schwartz Sports Authentication
Your high-end collectible investment is fully protected, completely eliminating counterfeit risk through rigorous, trusted third-party verification.
- Authentication Firm: Schwartz Sports Memorabilia
- Co-Signers: Sammy Sosa & Mark McGwire
- Inscription Author: Inscribed "1998 HR Chase" by Sammy Sosa
- Certification Type: Tamper-Proof Numbered Hologram & Certificate of Authenticity (COA)
- Tamper-Proof Protection: Features a serialized Schwartz Sports hologram affixed directly to the baseball
- Online Verification: Hologram serial number can be instantly cross-referenced and verified on the official Schwartz online database
How to Verify This Item's Authenticity
This piece is authenticated by Schwartz Sports Memorabilia, a respected name in athlete-direct authentication for over two decades. Every Schwartz-authenticated item carries a tamper-evident, individually numbered hologram and a matching Certificate of Authenticity. The serial number on the hologram cross-references the COA and can be verified through Schwartz's online authentication portal.
- Locate the Schwartz Sports hologram on the item and the matching serial number on the included Certificate of Authenticity.
- Visit the Schwartz Sports verification page at SchwartzSportsAuthentic.com.
- Enter the serial number from the hologram into the lookup tool.
- Confirm the match. The system will return the item details and confirm the authentication — these should match the piece in your hands and the COA.
Risk-Free Shopping & Fast Delivery
- Free Standard Shipping: Your high-value dual-signed baseball is securely packed in protective packaging and shipped straight to your door at zero additional cost.
- Free 30-Day Returns: Shop with absolute peace of mind. If you are not completely satisfied with your item, return it within 30 days for a full refund—we cover the return shipping label.
Product Specifications & Details
- Athletes: Sammy Sosa & Mark McGwire
- Teams: Chicago Cubs & St. Louis Cardinals
- Item Type: Rawlings Official MLB Baseball
- Inscription: "1998 HR Chase" (Inscribed by Sosa)
- Signature Quality: Two distinct, bold hand-signed autographs with exceptional ink contrast and clarity
- Condition: Pristine, archival-grade condition; kept protected to ensure long-term preservation
