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Historic Grand Slam Ball Auctioned After World Series Moment

11/27/2025

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On October 25, 2025, Addison Barger of the Toronto Blue Jays hit the first pinch-hit grand slam in World Series history.
The ball is up for auction at Sotheby’s, starting at US$3,200.
Austin Jenkins, a fan, caught the ball as the Blue Jays led 9-2 over Dodgers.
Jenkins described the adrenaline rush of the moment.
The auction closes December 11, 2025, after Jenkins considered keeping the ball, with 28 bids.

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Story summary

On October 25, 2025, Addison Barger of the Toronto Blue Jays hit the first pinch-hit grand slam in World Series history.
The ball is up for auction at Sotheby’s, starting at US$3,200.
Austin Jenkins, a fan, caught the ball as the Blue Jays led 9-2 over Dodgers.
Jenkins described the adrenaline rush of the moment.
The auction closes December 11, 2025, after Jenkins considered keeping the ball, with 28 bids.