Cal stands forever ready in this original art created in 24" x 36" acrylic painting by noted artist, Jo-Ellen. Fans of "The Iron Man" worldwide will note the attention to detail in the work - from Cal's famed black bat, the orange #8 on his helmet back, and black wrist band on left arm, to the exact batting gloves which he wore for most of his retirement season (also worn in the first game he played after announcing his retirement and at his last All-Star Game). Also featured are artistic renderings of Cal's last season home uniform. Each Poster you buy will serve as a lasting record to the superb career of this once in a lifetime legend. Cal's statistics alone speak volumes about his talent : 1982 rookie of the year, 1983 world series champions(caught the last out), two time AL MVP, 2,632 consecutive games played with over 3000 career games, 19 consecutive All-Star games(with a record 17 starts-hitting a home run on his first pitch at bat in his last All-Star game in the exact white home uniform depicted in this poster-AND receiving the 2001 All-Star MVP) , over 3000 career hits, over 400 Home Runs, more than 1600 RBIs, The Cal Ripken Little League for ages 5-12, and 2007 Hall of Famer. Beyond the stats, Calvin Edwin Ripken, Jr. has come to represent and remind us what the sport of Professional level Baseball embodies - individual dedication, teamwork, and a commitment to excellence. Although "the Iron Man" played for one team during his entire career, his fan base reaches far beyond Baltimore. Not to mention that Cal's appreciation of the baseball fan and charity toward community encompasses his status as the complete player. With this in mind, the artist grew up in Maryland watching Cal and the Orioles as a fan. Each year of Cal's career added a new admiration for the caliber of play from this great athlete. It's this admiration that is reflected in 'Iron Man'.

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