1999 TONY GWYNN 3,000TH CAREER HIT – PSA GOOD 2 – HISTORIC MLB MILESTONE TICKET

AUGUST 6, 1999 | SAN DIEGO PADRES vs. MONTREAL EXPOS

TONY GWYNN'S 3,000TH HIT | 22ND MEMBER OF MLB'S 3,000-HIT CLUB | HALL OF FAME LEGEND

Offered is an original, professionally authenticated and graded PSA GOOD 2 ticket stub from the August 6, 1999, San Diego Padres versus Montreal Expos game at Olympic Stadium in Montreal, Quebec, Canada.

This ticket documents one of the greatest individual milestones in baseball history: Tony Gwynn recording his 3,000th Major League hit.

The legendary San Diego Padres outfielder reached the milestone in the first inning, joining an elite group of baseball's greatest hitters.

The ticket has been professionally graded and encapsulated by PSA and represents an outstanding historical collectible from Gwynn's Hall of Fame career.

TONY GWYNN MAKES HISTORY – CAREER HIT NO. 3,000

On Friday, August 6, 1999, Tony Gwynn stepped into the batter's box against Montreal Expos rookie right-hander Dan Smith.

With a 1–2 count in the first inning, Gwynn connected on a pitch and delivered a broken-bat single into shallow right-center field.

The hit was No. 3,000 of his extraordinary Major League career.

Gwynn became only the 22nd player in MLB history to reach the prestigious 3,000-hit milestone.

He was also the first National League player to reach the mark since Lou Brock accomplished the feat in 1979.

The Montreal crowd erupted in applause as Gwynn reached first base. Players and coaches from the Padres dugout rushed onto the field to congratulate him.

The game was temporarily stopped for an emotional on-field celebration honoring one of baseball's most respected players.

This original PSA-graded ticket is from the exact game in which this legendary achievement occurred.

AN INCREDIBLE FAMILY CONNECTION – HIS MOTHER'S BIRTHDAY

One of the most remarkable aspects of Gwynn's 3,000th hit was the date.

August 6, 1999, was the 64th birthday of his mother, Vendella Gwynn, who was in attendance at Olympic Stadium.

Exactly six years earlier, on August 6, 1993, Tony had recorded his 2,000th career hit on his mother's birthday as well.

Following his historic 3,000th hit, Gwynn's mother joined him on the field for an emotional celebration alongside his wife, family members, teammates, and coaches.

The coincidence of achieving both major career milestones on his mother's birthday adds an especially memorable personal dimension to this historic ticket.

REUNION WITH FORMER COLLEGE TEAMMATE

Another remarkable connection occurred at first base.

The first-base umpire that evening was Kerwin Danley, who had been Tony Gwynn's baseball teammate at San Diego State University.

After Gwynn safely reached first base with hit No. 3,000, Danley personally congratulated his former college teammate.

This unusual reunion provided another memorable moment during the historic celebration.

FOUR-HIT PERFORMANCE IN A 12–10 PADRES VICTORY

Gwynn did not stop after reaching the milestone.

He continued his outstanding performance, recording four singles in five at-bats.

His four-hit game increased his career total from 2,999 to 3,003 hits.

The Padres defeated Montreal 12–10 in an exciting offensive contest.

GAME HIGHLIGHTS:

The game also featured future Hall of Fame outfielder Vladimir Guerrero, who hit a home run for Montreal, and legendary Padres closer Trevor Hoffman, who recorded the save.

TONY GWYNN – ONE OF BASEBALL'S GREATEST PURE HITTERS

Nicknamed "Mr. Padre," Tony Gwynn spent his entire 20-season Major League career with the San Diego Padres.

His extraordinary career achievements included:

Gwynn's eight National League batting titles tied the legendary Honus Wagner for the league record.

His remarkable .338 lifetime batting average remains among the highest in modern Major League Baseball history.

Known for his exceptional bat control, extraordinary consistency, and commitment to the San Diego Padres franchise, Gwynn remains one of the most admired players in baseball history.

His 3,000th hit was a defining achievement that cemented his place among the game's all-time greats.

ORIGINAL 1999 MONTREAL EXPOS TICKET DETAILS

CONDITION AND PROFESSIONAL AUTHENTICATION

This original 1999 Montreal Expos admission stub has been professionally authenticated, graded, and encapsulated by PSA.

PSA GRADE: GOOD 2

The ticket retains its original bilingual-era Montreal Expos appearance, including French-language event information, Olympic Stadium identification, printed game date, section and seating information, and original Canadian admission price.

The reverse features period Montreal Expos ticket ordering and admission information.

The vintage ticket exhibits visible handling wear, edge imperfections, and surface wear consistent with its assigned PSA grade.

Please carefully review all supplied photographs. The exact PSA-certified ticket shown is the collectible being offered.

HISTORIC BASEBALL COLLECTOR APPEAL

An outstanding collectible for enthusiasts of:

An original PSA GOOD 2 ticket stub from August 6, 1999 – the exact game in which Tony Gwynn became the 22nd Major League Baseball player to record 3,000 career hits.

An important piece of baseball history documenting one of the game's greatest hitters achieving one of its most prestigious milestones.