I am not familiar enough with Schmidt's signature variations over the years to comment on it, but this strikes me...
You've had this ball since 1988. At that time he was not a HOFer, a relatively low value autograph, and probably a low risk for forgery. Doubtful any skilled forger was doing single signed Schmidt balls in 1988 or before.
There is the possibility of a clubhouse signature, but I'd be surprised if this was a malicious forgery.
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