Hanley Ramirez
3-time MLB All-Star and 2006 NL Rookie of the Year · Baseball - MLB
Portland Sea Dogs (Boston Red Sox AA affiliate)
Era
Early career - circa 2005
Item Type
Minor League Baseball
Condition
Excellent/Near Mint; signature is bold and crisp with no bleeding
Rarity
Common for the period; moderate availability
Overall Assessment
Authentic early-career prospect signature on a specific commemorative ball
Authenticity Assessment
Highly likely authentic; 95% confidence level
Signature Style
Stylized monogram scrawl with jersey number 13 inclusion
Signature Characteristics
Fast, fluid strokes with high pressure and specific upward taper
Ink & Medium
Black blue-tinted Sharpie permanent marker on leather
Item Description
2005 Eastern League All-Star Game commemorative baseball
Estimated Value
$40 - $75 USD
Comparison to Known Examples
Consistent with 2005-2007 era Hanley Ramirez prospect signatures
Authentication Tips
Look for the sharp 'H' crossbar and the '3' within the loop
Certification Recommendation
JSA (James Spence Authentication) or PSA/DNA
Red Flags
No significant red flags observed; genuine speed and ink absorption
Provenance Notes
Sourced from the 2005 Eastern League All-Star Game in Portland, Maine
Historical Context
Signed when Ramirez was the #1 prospect in the Red Sox system
Market Trends
Stable; demand is relegated primarily to Red Sox and Marlins collectors
Investment Potential
Moderate; value is tied to his career counting stats and legacy
Similar Autographs
Miguel Cabrera, Jose Reyes, or David Ortiz prospect items
Display & Preservation
UV-protected cube with limited exposure to direct sunlight
Interesting Facts
Ramirez often hides a '13' inside the loops of his name
Notes
Eastern league 2005 all star game