JOE CARTER 1998 ORIOLES GAME USED JERSEY

Granted, Joe Carter wasn't traded by the Orioles until July 23, 1998, which makes it POSSIBLE that he could have worn a 2nd pattern jersey from that season...but at 6'3/215, how does he wear a size 44 jersey? I can't pull that trick off at 5'9/185...so, I'd love to know how he did it!