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Rare Ohtani Home Run Ball Auctioned Starting at $200K

11/7/2025

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Dodgers fan Carlo Mendoza retrieved Shohei Ohtani's second home run ball during Game 4 of the NLCS.
The ball is up for auction with a starting bid of $200,000.
Auction projections estimate the price could reach between $1 million and $2 million by November 22, 2025.
SCP Auctions is offering other 2025 World Series memorabilia, including home run balls from Miguel Rojas and Will Smith.
Will Smith's ball is anticipated to exceed seven figures due to its crucial role in the championship.

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Dodgers fan Carlo Mendoza retrieved Shohei Ohtani's second home run ball during Game 4 of the NLCS.
The ball is up for auction with a starting bid of $200,000.
Auction projections estimate the price could reach between $1 million and $2 million by November 22, 2025.
SCP Auctions is offering other 2025 World Series memorabilia, including home run balls from Miguel Rojas and Will Smith.
Will Smith's ball is anticipated to exceed seven figures due to its crucial role in the championship.