Kirk Gibson was an outfielder who batted and threw left-handed. He spent most of his career with the Detroit Tigers but also played for the Los Angeles Dodgers, Kansas City Royals, and Pittsburgh Pirates. Gibson is best known for a home run he hit off Dennis Eckersley in Game 1 of the 1988 World Series, during his time with the Dodgers. He was named the National League MVP in 1988. He was named to the All-Star team twice, in 1985 and 1988, but declined the invitation both times. He announced his retirement from baseball in August 1995. Kirk Gibson has hand signed this Official Rawlings Major League Baseball (Selig). Certificate of Authenticity from Athlon Sports Collectibles. Blue sweet spot signature, imperfect with scuffs mark all over ball as shown, sold as is, no returns.