Alex Rodriguez hit 696 home runs in his career and used this bat to hit the 4th of his career on August 2, 1995 against California Angels pitcher Mike Harkey. A-Rod took Harkey deep to left field in the 5th inning. Manufacturer: Louisville Slugger Model Number: C271 Labeling Period: 1995 Length: 33.75 inches Weight: 32.2 ounces Wood: Ash Finish: Black. This bat shows outstanding use with a handle crack. Many ball marks are visible throughout the barrel. Rodriguez signed the barrel in silver marker with the added inscription “4th ML Homer” and in our opinion rates an 8. Accompanied by a PSA/DNA LOA grading the bat a GU 9.5, a Rodriguez LOA and an ALOA from JSA.