Mike Matheny
MLB catcher and manager, known for playing with the St. Louis Cardinals and Giants · Baseball - MLB
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Era
Circa 2000s, active playing career
Item Type
Recreational baseball stamped with 'CHINA' on the sweet spot
Condition
Good; visible fading of the ink and the baseball is a low-quality replica rather than an official MLB ball
Overall Assessment
A minor league or casual souvenir baseball with a likely genuine signature of Mike Matheny, though low-value due to the replica ball type and heavy fading
AI Estimated Value
Not an official valuation$20 to $50 unauthenticated
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Get It Authenticated
JSA or PSA/DNA; expect around $30 to $50 in fees, which exceeds the raw value of the item