{"product_id":"pete-alonso-signed-game-used-chandler-axe-bat-mets-polar-bear-auto-fanatics-mlb","title":"Pete Alonso Signed Game Used Chandler Axe Bat Mets Polar Bear Auto Fanatics MLB","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis remarkable Pete Alonso game‑used AXE Maple bat comes directly from the Mets’ August 18, 2024 matchup against the Miami Marlins—a game in which Alonso recorded his lone hit of the day, a hard single that ultimately cracked the handle of this very bat. YOU CAN WATCH THE VIDEO GREAT USE. The piece still carries every bit of that moment: the deep, lengthwise split in the handle, JUST SLIGHT the rich burgundy finish worn down from contact, and the unmistakable ball marks scattered across the barrel that even show laces from the baseballs Alonso was mashing this time of year.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe handle is wrapped in Alonso’s signature blue grip tape, complete with his personal “Polar Bear 20” sticker—an instantly recognizable touch used only on his gamers. Heavy pine tar remains layered along the upper handle, exactly as it was when he stepped into the box that afternoon. The barrel features his gold‑engraved model markings, including the CB52 XProS AXE Maple designation, along with the factory patent line and his name engraved cleanly into the wood.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAdding even more significance, Alonso personally signed the bat in bold blue marker and inscribed “Game Used 8‑18‑24” and “Polar Bear,” matching perfectly with the Fanatics hologram verification. The MLB Authentication hologram also confirms this bat as a team‑issued, game‑used slightly cracked very slight beautiful bat t from that exact date and matchup, tying the piece directly to its on‑field moment.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEvery inch of this bat tells the story of real game action—from the crack created by his only hit of the day, to the pine tar, grip wear, and impact marks that make it unmistakably his. For collectors who appreciate authenticity, provenance, and a true one‑of‑a‑kind gamer from one of baseball’s premier power hitters, this is a centerpiece item with exceptional character and verified history.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eScott Stimell, the President of Cardboard Memories, is a nationally respected autograph expert who is a former consultant for JSA and has been featured on many shows as an autograph expert.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe have an actual physical bricks and mortar store Cardboard Memories for over 34 years we are located in Commack, Long Island, New YorkCOME CHECK US OUT !!!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOwner Scott Stimell was recently featured on the Netflix series, the king of collectibles you can see Scott in the first episode which aired in April of 2023\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eNew York winners pay 8.625% sales taxAll others pay their state taxes.MS next to Jordan's desk (will be on display soon)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Card Board Memories","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45164742803525,"sku":"236781461360","price":4500.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0645\/5020\/7557\/files\/154939.jpg?v=1781571374","url":"https:\/\/cardboardmemories.com\/products\/pete-alonso-signed-game-used-chandler-axe-bat-mets-polar-bear-auto-fanatics-mlb","provider":"Card Board Memories","version":"1.0","type":"link"}