Carlos Ruiz World Series helmet

Date2008 October 22-29

DescriptionRed plastic batting helmet, size 7 3/8, with a proper left ear protector and white "P" logo sticker on the front. Top crown has four ventilation holes. Rear center has a red and white "51" sticker, an MLB logo sticker and an MLB Authentication hologram sticker. Interior of the helmet has a black vinyl sweatband along with gray foam padding at the top crown, ear protector and rear. Interior top crown has a manufacturer logo, a warning label and sizing information.

Bio/Historical NoteHelmet worn by Philadelphia Phillies catcher Carlos Ruiz during the 2008 World Series from October 22nd to October 29th. In Game 3, Ruiz recorded a walk-off RBI infield hit, giving the Phillies their first Series win at home.

Object numberB-2008-0313

Artist, Creator, or Manufacturer Rawlings Sporting Goods Company

Subject Philadelphia Phillies (Baseball team)

Subject Major League Baseball (Organization)

Subject Ruiz, Carlos, 1979-

Subject National League of Professional Baseball Clubs

Attributes

Classificationssports and athletic equipment

Dimensions7.5 x 6 x 11.25 in.

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