Nick Swisher Photograph

Ohio State Buckeye star, Nick Swisher was selected by the Oakland Athletics with the Red Sox first round pick in 2002 as compensation for the loss of free agent Johnny Damon. And boy has Nick made that pick look smart. In his rookie campaign, Swisher hit 21 home runs and had 74 RBIs in 131 games. He led American League rookies in RBI's and tied for the lead in home runs with Tampa Bay's Jonny Gomes. And 2006 was even better as Nick hit 35 home runs and drove in 95 runs while leading the A's to the ALCS. Swisher set an Athletics record for home runs by a switch-hitter, breaking the mark of 23 set by Ruben Sierra in 2004. He ranked tied for eighth in the American League in homers and led the A's in games, runs, walks, extra-base hits, and total bases. Oakland is legendary for finding the best young talent and it looks like they've done it again. Nick is a baseball star in the making. This great action shot is hand-signed by Swisher and Sports Gallery Quality Framed in thick mahogany, UV-protective glass (very important for signature protection!) and classic Athletics green and gold double matting. A great gift and investment in a player that is definitely on the rise!