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Derek Jeter Honored by Slugger Museum

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The Louisville Slugger Museum and factory will celebrate one of its best clients this weekend.  “Derek Jeter Day” will include the unveiling of a statue inside the popular bat maker’s facility. As part of the celebration, a game used Derek Jeter bat will be added to the museum’s Hold a Piece of History exhibit, allowing guests to hold a bat actually used by Jeter. Guests will … [Read more...] about Derek Jeter Honored by Slugger Museum

Gibson Still Amazed at Auction Results

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Not everyone can dip into their storage unit and find a million dollars worth of stuff to sell. Not everyone is responsible for one of baseball's most memorable moments. The bat Kirk Gibson was swinging, the jersey and helmet he was wearing and his 1988 National League MVP award were among the items that out of storage and into an auction earlier this fall.  He signed the … [Read more...] about Gibson Still Amazed at Auction Results

Signed Heisman Footballs a Big Charity Boost

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This year will mark the 75th anniversary of the Heisman Trophy and while the latest news involving Reggie Bush has cast a shadow over amateurism, the award's place in sports is secure. John Prince, whose father was one of the driving forces behind the inaugural award given to college football's best player, has carried on the family tradition through his involvement with the … [Read more...] about Signed Heisman Footballs a Big Charity Boost

Jewelry Shop Selling Vintage Mikan Memorabilia

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Medical bills mounted for George Mikan and his family in the early part of the last decade. Fighting diabetes and kidney ailments, Mikan battled until the end, but he died in June of 2005 just days before his 81st birthday. Shaquille O'Neal, a friend of the former Minneapolis Lakers' superstar, paid for the funeral. Much of the basketball pioneer's most valuable … [Read more...] about Jewelry Shop Selling Vintage Mikan Memorabilia

Mets Hall Heavy on Memorabilia

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The New York Mets have compiled a collection of memorabilia as part of their new team Hall of Fame and Museum that will open Monday at Citi Field. The Mets Hall of Fame & Museum recognizes the greatest moments in club history and honors those who have left an indelible mark on the organization. The museum features significant artifacts, interactive exhibits, videos … [Read more...] about Mets Hall Heavy on Memorabilia