Cal Ripken, Jr. Marks Hall of Fame Induction With QVC Broadcast

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West Chester, PA (July 19, 2007) – Cal Ripken, Jr. is scheduled to celebrate his induction into the National Baseball Hall of Fame with a special QVC broadcast live from Aberdeen, Maryland, on July 23 from 9 PM to 11 PM (ET). The two-time Most Valuable Player will debut his new autographed line of Hall of Fame collectibles, created specially for QVC in conjunction with leading sports memorabilia manufacturer IronClad Authentics, LLC.

Signature items include a Cal Ripken, Jr. Team Signed Limited Edition 1983 Jersey, Baltimore Orioles 1983 Team Signed Limited Edition Louisville Bat, and a Cal Ripken, Jr. Hall of Fame Autographed Career Ball.

Known to Orioles fans and baseball enthusiasts everywhere as "The Ironman," Ripken was elected into this year's Hall of Fame in his first year on the ballot with 98.5 percent of the votes – the third highest percentage of all time. The 19-time All-Star and record holder for consecutive games played is also one of only eight players in major-league history with more than 400 homeruns and 3,000 hits.

"Cal Ripken, Jr. is truly one of baseball's most respected and beloved players and his induction into the Hall of Fame solidifies his position as a living legend," said Rich Yoegel, director of merchandising for QVC. "We are honored to celebrate this moment in history with Cal and are excited to be able to connect him with collectors and fans."

"The QVC brand values product quality and customer trust, two qualities that we strive for in Ironclad Authentics and other Ripken Baseball business endeavors," said Ripken Jr. "I've enjoyed my previous QVC experiences this year but this up-coming broadcast will be very special for several reasons. It is just a week prior to my Baseball Hall of Fame induction, my wife Kelly will make a guest appearance to launch her new product and we are broadcasting live from our Ripken Baseball complex, located in my hometown of Aberdeen, Maryland."