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Newspaper Sports Section: Mark McGwire 62nd Home Run Record

This item is a newspaper sports section focusing on Mark McGwire's 62nd home run, surpassing Roger Maris's record. The newspaper is standard size, printed on newsprint, and displays a multi-color photographic print on the front. The central image shows McGwire swinging a bat, with a catcher behind him, during a baseball game. Above the image, the headline reads 'McGwire passes Maris to become baseball’s home run king'. Additionally, a large graphic of the number '62' is formed using baseballs, accompanied by an exclamation point and a single baseball. The sports section masthead is prominent at the top. The paper appears folded and exhibits minor creases typical of a circulated newspaper. The edges may show some wear or minor tearing due to handling and age. There are no obvious stains or significant damage visible in the image, although close inspection would be required to confirm the absence of minor flaws. The overall condition appears consistent with a newspaper from the late 20th century that has been stored and handled. The date visible indicates it was published in September 1998, making it an item from that specific historical moment in baseball.