A-Rod represents an unprecedented talent and potential. He is an all-around player of a high caliber, bringing the position of shortstop to a brand new level. He is attached to the most lucrative sports contract in history, a 10-year, $252 million deal of which he is in his second year. Texas Rangers road jersey is signed in perfect black sharpie on the #3 on verso: “Alex Rodriguez 2002 game used HR #9”, denoting his 9th HR of the season, 250th career. “Texas” blazon across the chest. “Rodriguez” on verso. State of Texas flag patch on left sleeve. MLB logo on back of collar. Tagging on inside of front left tail is “Rawlings Authentic Collection” with “set 3 2002”, “[size] 50”, “2-inch extra length”, & “1 inch extra sleeve length” flag tags. Nice use.