Harrington's Premier Baseball Memorabilia Auction
Mon, Jul 20, 2026 11:00AM EDT
Lot 282
Don Leppert 1979 Toronto Blue Jays Coach Professional Model Fungo Bat
Estimate: CAD$200 - CAD$400
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Don Leppert Toronto Blue Jays Coach Professional Model Fungo Bat – Former Toronto Blue Jays Ball Boy Collection
Professional model fungo bat attributed to longtime Major League player and coach Don Leppert, originating from the personal collection of a former Toronto Blue Jays ball boy.
Leppert spent decades in professional baseball as both a player and coach, including serving as a member of the Toronto Blue Jays coaching staff during the franchise’s early expansion years. Fungo bats are specialized coaching bats used during fielding practice, making them important pieces of everyday clubhouse and on-field equipment.
This example represents an early Toronto Blue Jays-era professional equipment piece connected to the formative years of the franchise.
Authentication & Provenance
The bat originates from the personal collection of a former Toronto Blue Jays ball boy, who acquired the item during his time with the organization in 1979.
The bat has not been submitted for third-party authentication and is offered without a Certificate of Authenticity.
Condition
The bat displays expected evidence of use, handling wear, a noticeable crack on the barrel, and age-related wear consistent with professional baseball equipment from the period. Please refer to photographs for complete condition details.
Details
Coach: Don Leppert
Item Type: Professional Model Fungo Bat
Year: 1979
Team Association: Toronto Blue Jays
Authentication: No Third-Party Authentication
Provenance: Former Toronto Blue Jays Ball Boy Collection
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