A ticket from the final pitching appearance of Hall of Famer Don Sutton.
Why This Ticket Matters
On August 9, 1988, Don Sutton made the final start of his major-league career as the Los Angeles Dodgers faced the Cincinnati Reds at Riverfront Stadium.
Cincinnati won 6–0, and the Dodgers released Sutton the following day. The quiet ending came during a championship season for Los Angeles, the franchise with which Sutton had spent most of his 23-year career.
Sutton retired with 324 victories and 3,574 strikeouts. This ticket marks the last game of one of baseball’s most durable and consistent pitchers.
Seller’s note: Historical information in this “Why This Ticket Matters” section is presented for general context and has not been independently verified for correctness.
Ticket Details
- Date: August 9, 1988
- Teams: Cincinnati Reds vs. Los Angeles Dodgers
- Venue: Riverfront Stadium, Cincinnati
- Final score: Reds 6, Dodgers 0
- Significance: Don Sutton’s final major-league game
- Career totals: 324 wins and 3,574 strikeouts
Condition: Vintage ticket stubs may show wear from age and handling, such as creases, edge wear, small tears, markings, stains, fading, or paper loss. We describe each ticket as fairly as we can. Please review the photos, and feel free to contact us with any questions before purchasing.
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August 9, 1988, Los Angeles Dodgers, Don Sutton Final Game
A ticket from the final pitching appearance of Hall of Famer Don Sutton.
Why This Ticket Matters
On August 9, 1988, Don Sutton made the final start of his major-league career as the Los Angeles Dodgers faced the Cincinnati Reds at Riverfront Stadium.
Cincinnati won 6–0, and the Dodgers released Sutton the following day. The quiet ending came during a championship season for Los Angeles, the franchise with which Sutton had spent most of his 23-year career.
Sutton retired with 324 victories and 3,574 strikeouts. This ticket marks the last game of one of baseball’s most durable and consistent pitchers.
Seller’s note: Historical information in this “Why This Ticket Matters” section is presented for general context and has not been independently verified for correctness.
Ticket Details
- Date: August 9, 1988
- Teams: Cincinnati Reds vs. Los Angeles Dodgers
- Venue: Riverfront Stadium, Cincinnati
- Final score: Reds 6, Dodgers 0
- Significance: Don Sutton’s final major-league game
- Career totals: 324 wins and 3,574 strikeouts
Condition: Vintage ticket stubs may show wear from age and handling, such as creases, edge wear, small tears, markings, stains, fading, or paper loss. We describe each ticket as fairly as we can. Please review the photos, and feel free to contact us with any questions before purchasing.