Opening Day Auction Closing May 9th
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 5/10/2015
The 1984 Summer Olympics, officially known as the Games of the XXIII Olympiad, was an international multi-sport event held in Los Angeles, California, in the United States. Team USA Baseball showcased the best amateur players from around the country. America’s national pastime has been part of the Olympic Games, on and off since 1904 however, in the sport’s six previous appearances the format consisted of one game exhibitions in make shift parks. During the 1984 Summer Olympics baseball was a demonstration sport, which typically showcases a popular sport in the host country. Due to it being a demonstration sport no official medals were awarded, Team USA finished second to Team Japan losing in the final round 6-3. The 1984 Olympics was the first time that baseball was officially included in the program and the first time that the sport was played in Olympics held in the United States. This Team USA Olympic Rawlings baseball is signed by twenty one players as well as the teams manager. There are several notable autographs including Hall of Fame Short Stop Barry Larkin, six time All-Star First Baseman Will Clark, and All-Star Catcher B.J. Surhoff. This baseball comes with a COA from The Score Board, Inc and a PSA/DNA LOA.