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David Wright helmet

Date2018 September 29

DescriptionBlue plastic batting helmet, size 7 1/4, with proper left ear guard. Front has orange plastic decal "NY." Interior has black padded leather headband, crown, ear, and back of head. There are four manufacturer decals in the interior, including a "Rawlings" logo in the ear guard, a "Rawlings Authentic Collection" tag on the proper right, a warning label at the front, and a circular sticker on the crown reading '714 LF." "714" is written in silver marker near the crown and to the right. Top of the helmet has an orange button, mimicking a cap. Back of the helmet has an MLB logo and white and orange "5" decal, as well as an MLB Authentication hologram sticker.

Bio/Historical NoteHelmet worn by David Wright of the New York Mets in the first inning of his final at bat of the 2018 season on September 29 against the Miami Marlins at Citi Field. The seven-time All-Star drew a walk in that plate appearance.

Object numberB-2018-0280

Artist, Creator, or Manufacturer Rawlings Sporting Goods Company

Subject Wright, David, 1982-

Subject New York Mets (Baseball team)

Subject Major League Baseball (Organization)

Subject National League of Professional Baseball Clubs

Attributes

Classificationssports and athletic equipment

Dimensions8.25 x 7.25 x 11.75 in.

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