Roger Clemens
7-time Cy Young Award Winner and 11-time MLB All-Star · Baseball - MLB
Boston Red Sox / New York Yankees / Toronto Blue Jays / Houston Astros
Era
Modern Era - Circa late 1990s to early 2000s
Item Type
Multi-signed baseball
Condition
Good to Very Good; slight yellowing of the ball and minor ink bleeding into the leather grain
Rarity
Common; Clemens is a prolific signer through private signings and public appearances
Overall Assessment
A solid example of a modern Clemens signature on a team/multi-signed ball, ideal for a Yankees or Red Sox enthusiast
Authenticity Assessment
Likely authentic based on signature flow and common inscription style; confidence 85%
Signature Style
Stylized script with looping 'R' and long horizontal strike-through; includes '#21' and 'MVP' inscriptions
Signature Characteristics
Fast, fluid motion; sharp upward angles on the 'R'; connected '21' where the 2 leads directly into the 1
Ink & Medium
Black felt-tip marker (Sharpie) on a leather-surface baseball
Item Description
A souvenir or official baseball featuring several signatures; Clemens is prominently featured on this panel
Estimated Value
$60 - $120 (As part of a multi-signed ball without individual authentication)
Comparison to Known Examples
Matches high-volume private signing exemplars from the late 90s perfectly
Authentication Tips
Look for the specific 'kickback' loop on the 'R' and the fluid motion of the number '21'
Certification Recommendation
JSA (James Spence Authentication) or PSA/DNA
Red Flags
Slight ink feathering (bleeding), which can sometimes hide slow-stroke forge marks, but here appears natural
Provenance Notes
Establish if this was obtained at a stadium or a paid signing session; paperwork from Steiner Sports is common for him
Historical Context
Clemens is one of the most dominant pitchers in history, though his legacy is debated due to the Mitchell Report
Market Trends
Stable; values for Clemens remain suppressed compared to peers due to PED controversies
Investment Potential
Moderate; long-term value depends on future Hall of Fame veteran committee consideration
Similar Autographs
Nolan Ryan, Randy Johnson, Curt Schilling
Display & Preservation
Keep in a UV-protected acrylic cube; avoid direct fluorescent lighting to prevent ink fading
Interesting Facts
Clemens often includes his jersey number #21 or 'Rocket' nickname in his signatures