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Mark McGwire elbow pad

Date1998

DescriptionRed foam padded nylon elbow guard with a hook-and-loop strap closure. "Benik" is printed in white on the back and "25" is handwritten in blue ink on the interior padding.

Bio/Historical NoteElbow pad worn by Mark McGwire of the St. Louis Cardinals during the 1998 season, during which time he amassed a record-setting 70 home runs.

Object numberB-1998-0304

Artist, Creator, or Manufacturer Benik Corporation

Subject McGwire, Mark, 1963-

Subject St. Louis Cardinals (Baseball team)

Subject National League of Professional Baseball Clubs

Subject Major League Baseball (Organization)

Attributes

protective wear

Classificationssports and athletic equipment

Dimensions6.25 x 8 x 2.75 in.

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