Signed First Pitch at Petco Park Photo – Limited Edition, #19 of 2004

Limited edition framed photo (#19 of 2004) of Tony Gwynn throwing the first pitch at Petco Park on March 11, 2004, marking a historic moment in his dual career as an SDSU alum and head coach. Signed by Gwynn, this collectible honors his deep connection to SDSU and the San Diego community.

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Limited edition framed photo (#19 of 2004) capturing the historic moment when Tony Gwynn threw out the first pitch at Petco Park during a game between San Diego State University and Houston on March 11, 2004. The game set an NCAA attendance record with 40,106 fans, as they witnessed SDSU beat Houston 4-0.


Signed by Tony Gwynn, this photo marks an important moment in his dual career as both an SDSU alum and head baseball coach. Gwynn, who set records in both baseball and basketball at SDSU, continued to shape the program as a coach. This collectible is a nod to his legacy at SDSU and the wider San Diego community. Today, a statue of Mr. Padre stands proudly at Petco Park, symbolizing his deep connection to the stadium and the city.


Dimensions: 35 x 22 x .5


At the time of its use or awarding, this item was not witnessed by a TRuEST™ authenticator. The provenance has been provided by the Tony Gwynn Estate, which is why it has received our Silver authentication.

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$331