Multiple Signers (Hamilton Kilty B's - GOJHL)
Junior B Hockey Players · Hockey - GOJHL (Greater Ontario Junior Hockey League)
Hamilton Kilty B's
Era
Current Season (2023-2024 / 2024-2025)
Item Type
Team Autograph Sheet/Program Insert
Condition
Excellent/Near Mint; signatures are bold with high contrast and no significant smudging.
Rarity
Common for regional collectors; very high local availability but low national market demand.
Overall Assessment
An authentic, well-preserved piece of local hockey memorabilia. Ideal for a Hamilton sports fan, but currently holds more sentimental than monetary value.
Authenticity Assessment
Highly likely authentic; confidence 95% within the context of an in-person team signing event.
Signature Style
Modern athlete scrawl; most signatures include jersey numbers (e.g., #71, #86, #11, #17, #8). Most are quick, shorthand-style signatures typical of post-game fan interactions.
Signature Characteristics
Fast, high-velocity strokes typical of teenagers/young adults. Frequent use of large loops and integrated numbers. Notable consistency in pressure suggests all were signed on the same flat surface.
Ink & Medium
Black permanent marker (likely Sharpie) on semi-glossy printed cardstock.
Item Description
A 'Kilty B's' player roster sheet featuring player bios for Jacob Melko, Cooper Robinson, Trent Shaw, and Nathan Zimmerman at the top.
Estimated Value
$5.00 - $15.00 USD
Comparison to Known Examples
Matches standard 'fan-facing' signatures provided by Junior B players during promo nights or community events.
Authentication Tips
Cross-reference jersey numbers with the active roster of the Hamilton Kilty B's for the 2023-24 or 2024-25 season. Look for consistency in ink flow suggesting a single session.
Certification Recommendation
Third-party certification is not recommended as the cost of authentication would exceed the market value of the item.
Red Flags
No significant red flags observed; the item appears to be an organic team-signed souvenir from a local hockey game.
Provenance Notes
Likely obtained in person at Dave Andreychuk Mountain Arena in Hamilton, Ontario. Keeping a game ticket stub with the sheet adds personal provenance.
Historical Context
The Kilty B's are a historic name in Hamilton junior hockey. These players are at the Junior B level, some hoping to advance to the OHL or NCAA.
Market Trends
Stable but niche. Value is primarily sentimental for local fans or families of the players.
Investment Potential
Low; unless a specific player (like Robinson or Zimmerman) reaches the NHL, the item will remain a local souvenir.
Similar Autographs
Other GOJHL or OHL team-signed sheets (e.g., Hamilton Bulldogs, St. Catharines Falcons).
Display & Preservation
Store in an acid-free top loader or a simple document frame away from direct sunlight to prevent the thermal paper/glossy ink from fading.
Interesting Facts
Many Junior B players use their numbers in their signatures specifically because their names are not yet widely known, aiding in fan identification.
Notes
Jr c game bin rook