Authentic Trevor Hoffman Autographed Official 1998 MLB All-Star Game Baseball Own a legendary piece of baseball history with this professionally authenticated Trevor Hoffman autographed Official National League Baseball. This premium collectible celebrates the career of one of baseball's greatest closers and a first-ballot Hall of Famer. Hall of Fame Signature: Hand-signed by Trevor Hoffman, MLB Hall of Fame closer (Class of 2018) Historic Achievement: First pitcher in MLB history to reach 600 career saves (finished with 601) JSA Certificate of Authentication: Comes with official JSA COA guaranteeing authenticity Official MLB 1998 All-Star Game Baseball: Genuine Rawlings Official National League Baseball Padres Legend: Celebrates Hoffman's iconic career with San Diego, where his number 51 is retired Investment Quality: Perfect for serious collectors and baseball memorabilia enthusiasts Display Ready: Ideal centerpiece for any Hall of Fame or Padres collection Trevor Hoffman revolutionized the closer position with his devastating changeup and "Hells Bells" entrance music at Qualcomm Stadium. A 7-time All-Star and 2-time NL Rolaids Relief Man Award winner, Hoffman dominated hitters for 18 seasons and held the all-time saves record from 2006-2011. This authenticated baseball represents not just individual excellence, but a defining era in baseball history when Hoffman became the face of late-inning dominance. Each baseball comes carefully packaged to ensure safe delivery and includes the official JSA Certificate of Authentication.