Object Details
Associated Name
Gwynn, Tony
San Diego Padres
maker
Louisville Slugger
Description
Baseball bat used by San Diego Padres outfielder Tony Gwynn. Gwynn autograph on the barrel.
Outfielder Anthony Tony Gwynn (1960-2014) played Major League Baseball for the San Diego Padres from 1960-2014. One of the greatest hitters of all-time, Gwynn, an 8-time National League batting champion, finishing his career with a lifetime.338 batting average and 3,141 hits.
The left hander was a 15 time All-Star and 1999's Roberto Clemente award recipient. After retiring, he became coach of the San Diego State University baseball team, leading the Aztecs to a 363-363 record from 2003-2014.
Known as Mr. Padre, Gwynn has had his number 19 retired by San Diego. He was inducted into the National Baseball Hall of Fame in 2007.
Location
Currently not on view
ID Number
2017.0334.06
catalog number
2017.0334.06
accession number
2017.0334
Object Name
bat, baseball
Physical Description
adhesive tape (handle adhesive material)
wood (overall material)
Measurements
overall: 33 in x 8 1/2 in; 83.82 cm x 21.59 cm
place made
United States: Kentucky, Louisville
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Data Source
National Museum of American History
Subject
African American
Baseball
web subject
Sports
Link to Original Record
Record ID
nmah_1864209