Alex Rodriquez Mariners Baseball Card 1998 MLB Pinnacle No. RT255 - Near Mint Condition, See Photos ... Includes FREE SHIPPING. Note sports memorabilia market hit $16 billion in 2023. Projections indicate it will reach $52 billion by 2032, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of nearly 14% during the forecast period (2024-2032). 

Alex Rodriguez, famously known as "A-Rod," began his illustrious Major League Baseball career with the Seattle Mariners, a period that showcased his prodigious talent and set the stage for a remarkable, albeit sometimes controversial, career. Drafted as the first overall pick in 1993, Rodriguez made his debut with the Mariners in 1994 at the young age of 18. During his tenure in Seattle (1994-2000), he quickly established himself as one of the premier shortstops in the game. His time with the Mariners was highlighted by numerous accolades, including winning the American League batting title in 1996 with an impressive .358 average, multiple All-Star selections (1996, 1997, 1998, 2000), and Silver Slugger Awards. Rodriguez's power at the plate was undeniable; he notably hit 42 home runs in both 1998 and 1999 and helped lead the Mariners to postseason appearances in 1995, 1997, and 2000. In his 790 games with the Mariners, he compiled a .309 batting average, 189 home runs, 595 RBIs, and 627 runs scored, leaving an indelible mark on the franchise before his departure via free agency.