On Saturday, Barry Bonds’ 756^th home run ball, the one breaking the all time home run record by Hank Aaron, was auctioned off for $752,467. How would you like to have bought a $12 dollar ticket for $100 on game day just to be the lucky one to come up with Barry Bonds’ record breaking home run ball? Matt Murphy, a 21 year old student and construction supervisor in New York did just that.

“I had hoped to keep the ball, but when I determined that was not the best strategy at this stage of my life, this definitely was the right decision. It is an honor to be a part of baseball history and I wish the new owner well with whatever they elect to do with the ball.” – Matt Murphy

Barry Bonds’ 755^th home run ball only sold for $186,750, which analysts predicted would sell for $200,000. If you’re a San Francisco Giants fan keep on attending those games because Bond’s last home run ball is expected to sell for a whopping $1 million.

A $100 dollar expense for a $752,467 dollar, record breaking, home run ball. Quite a nice little investment if you ask me.

[via BusinessWeek]

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