October Legends and Americana Ending November 14th
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Few athletes in the history of professional sports have dominated like Mariano Rivera. In his 19 seasons with the New York Yankees, “Mo” compiled career numbers that may never be matched. And while his 652 career regular season saves is a formidable number, Rivera’s post-season success is even more remarkable. He has appeared in more playoff games (96) than any pitcher in history, saved more games (42) than any other closer by more than double (2nd place is 18), is top 10 all-time in IP and K’s, and sports a career post-season ERA of 0.70, all while helping the Yankees to 5 World Series titles.
This New York Yankees #42 Road Jersey was game issued to Mariano Rivera during the 1998 season, which culminated in the Yankees 2nd World Championship in 3 years. This was Rivera’s 2nd season as closer for the Yankees, and his playoff success that year is the foundation on which his legacy was built. Through 10 post-season games that year, Mo pitched 13.1 scoreless innings, recording 6 saves, including 3 of the 4 victories in the World Series sweep of the San Diego Padres. Adding significance to this item, Rivera was the last player to wear the #42 after it was retired by Major League Baseball in honor of Jackie Robinson. Jersey comes with a Steiner LOA with hologram sticker. Signature comes with COA from PSA/DNA.