This product is a baseball autographed by Ryan Howard, who played for the Philadelphia Phillies. The autograph was obtained in person during the Florida Spring Training event. The product is an original, signed baseball from the United States. This collectible item would be a valuable addition to any baseball fan's memorabilia collection, especially those who support the Philadelphia Phillies.

There was a note attached to this baseball that said "Howard Foul Ball". I can't verify that claim but given the collection and how it was acquired it is a very plausible scenario. Worth noting, of the dozen or so Ryan Howard signed balls I have found so far, this is the only one to have made the game used claim. A few other balls have similar notes like, "thrown to me by Ethan Martin" or another player while the majority do not. More info about the collection can be found below.

Over a span of roughly fifteen years, a devoted father-and-son duo built one of the most personal and extensive Phillies autograph collections imaginable. From the early 2000s through the mid-2010s, they spent spring trainings gathering signatures directly from players—amassing thousands of items ranging from game-used bats, balls, and bases to programs, photos, and commemorative pieces. Their dedication extended beyond autographs to include stadium-exclusive bobbleheads and other unique collectibles, all tied to the team they loved.

While most pieces do not include third-party authentication, nearly every signature was personally obtained by the collectors themselves. This collection represents years of firsthand dedication, care, and respect for the game—offering buyers a rare opportunity to own genuine pieces of MLB history with confidence.