Craig Biggio 268th Hit elbow guard

Date2005 June 29

DescriptionBlack elbow guard designed from two black hinged pieces of polyester lined with polyethylene foam. Top piece is ergonomically formed to fit the elbow and is secured with wide hook-and-loop strips. Lower piece has "Douglas" embroidered in white on a black patch.

Bio/Historical NoteWearing this protective elbow guard on June 29, 2005, Craig Biggio was hit by a pitch for the 268th time, passing Don Baylor for the modern major league record. Biggio finished his career with a total of 285.

Object numberB-2005-0173

Subject Biggio, Craig

Subject Houston Astros (Baseball team)

Subject Major League Baseball (Organization)

Subject American League of Professional Baseball Clubs

Attributes

Classificationssports and athletic equipment

Dimensions7 x 9 x 4.5 in.

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