The “Cobra” strikes, with this game-used bat. When five-tool superstar Dave Parker came up to the plate, he frequently left opposing pitchers snake-bitten. After a productive decade with the Pittsburgh Pirates, the tight end-sized right fielder moved on to play for his hometown Cincinnati Reds. Parker was with the Reds when he wielded this Louisville Slugger model M253 bat to put up the biggest power numbers of his career during the bat’s defined labeling period of 1984-1986. An MVP when he helped the Pirates win the World Series in 1979, Parker finished second in 1985 MVP voting, and fifth in 1986. Heavy use, including a handle crack, and identifiable player use characteristics, have earned this bat a PSA/DNA (GU 9) grade. Full LOA from John Taube-PSA/DNA. Opening Bid $250.