Fate has smiled upon the lucky fan who caught Shohei Ohtani’s record-breaking 176th home run, as the prized souvenir is now headed to the auction block. According to insiders, the ball is expected to fetch a staggering sum of $200,000.

The auction house has confirmed that Jason Patino, the fan who snagged the historic ball during an April 21 game against the Mets, has decided to part with the treasured keepsake. The ball, which marked Ohtani’s surpassing of Hideki Matsui’s MLB record for home runs by a Japanese-born player, is a rare and valuable commodity.

The ball itself is a collector’s dream, featuring official MLB logos and a holographic authentication sticker. A handwritten “E” adds a personal touch to the already-precious item.

Some may wonder what prompted Patino to relinquish such a valuable possession, especially after initially vowing to keep it. The answer lies in the potential six-figure payday, which ultimately proved too enticing to resist.

Bidding for the historic home run ball kicks off on August 23. Will you be the lucky winner?