Billy Ripken played in MLB) from 1987–1998 for the Orioles, Rangers, Indians, and Tigers. He is the younger brother of Hall of Famer Cal Ripken Jr. He reached MLB in 1987, creating the first situation in baseball history that a father had managed two sons on the same team, as his brother played for the Orioles and his father, Cal Ripken Sr. managed the team. Billy Ripken signed Rawlings Official Major League Baseball (Bobby Brown). Blue Sweet Spot Signature with very minor baseball tone. Athlon Sports Collectibles Certificate of Authenticity. Image of actual item in stock - as shown