1997 Skybox EX 2000, #8, Cal Ripken, Jr. ⭐
Cal Ripken Jr. was widely known as both an all-time great baseball player and a person of exceptional character, and in his case the two were inseparable.
On the field, Ripken redefined the shortstop position with his size, durability, and steady excellence. A Hall of Famer, two-time AL MVP, 19-time All-Star, and owner of the iconic 2,632-game consecutive-games streak, he combined power, defense, and consistency in a way few players ever have.
Off the field, Ripken was universally respected for his integrity, humility, work ethic, and professionalism. He showed up every day prepared, played the game the right way, treated teammates, opponents, fans, and the game itself with respect and dignity.

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1997 SkyBox EX 2000 #8, Cal Ripken Jr.
On September 2, 1999, at Camden Yards, Cal Ripken, Jr. became the 29th major leaguer to hit 400 career home runs. With 2 out in the 3rd inning, Cal hit a 3-run HR helping the O's to an 11-6 victory over Tampa Bay.