The jersey New York Mets catcher Mike Piazza wore in the team's first game after the 9/11 attacks is to sell at Goldin Auctions on April 30.
![]() Mike Piazza has signed the shirt on the reverse |
Piazza famously hit a home run to win the game.
Ken Goldin of Goldin Auctions explained to the New York Daily News: "To me, it's the most significant moment in Mets history.
"(Piazza's homer) was a dramatic moment, with a worldwide audience. Everybody was watching."
The jersey displays "9-11-01" on the right sleeve and the stars and stripes on the collar. It's expected to exceed $50,000.
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