Following in the footsteps of Taiwanese baseball superstars like Chien-Ming Wang and Chin-Feng Chen Hon-Chih Kuo came to the United States in search of a pro baseball career. In 1999 he signed with the Dodgers but elbow problems prevented him from making any sort of an impact. Following 2 Tommy John surgeries Kuo was finally able to make it onto the field in 2005. In 2008 Kuo enjoyed a breakout season going 5-3 with a 2.14 ERA over 80 innings pitched. He continues to be a major part of the Dodgers bullpen. An MLB baseball hand signed on the sweet spot is perhaps the most coveted collectible in the industry. It is the foundation of sports collectibles and remains the most popular way to celebrate a players career. This MLB baseball is hand signed by Kuo on the sweet spot in blue ink. It comes complete with a Steiner Sports Certificate of Authenticity.