Easton stick is from the March 24, 1997 contest between the Rangers and the Penguins. It was the last time that Mario Lemieux faced Wayne Gretzky in NHL game action. Black Gripper on the butt end. "948" written in marker on the butt end. This signifies the 948th NHL game played during the 1996-97 season. Shows light use. Tape was removed from the blade and it is signed and dated by both Gretzky and Lemieux.