He was just 5'6, a tightly wound ball of combustible power who still hold the record for most runs batted in during a single season. Hack Wilson was a household name during his heyday, a Prohibition era slugger who slugged baseballs and hecklers with equal enthusiasm. While he made his name primarily with the Chicago Cubs during the late 1920s early 30s, he was a … [Read more...] about “Whack Wilson”: 1924 Photo Captures Young Giants Star
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Decades-Old Dodgers Financial Documents at Auction
A trove of financial documents for the Dodgers from 1924-1965 which belonged to minority owner James A. Mulvey are on the auction block. Consigned to Nate D. Sanders Auctions directly by the Mulvey family, the never before seen data includes reports prepared by the Dodgers' accounting firm, with detailed income statements and balance sheets, usually on a quarterly or … [Read more...] about Decades-Old Dodgers Financial Documents at Auction
1928 Star Player Candy Set a Rare Pre-War Baseball Issue
After the tobacco card boom in the early 1900s and 1910s, baseball cards began making their way into candy products. While some earlier issues existed, the 1920s was really when candy/caramel cards kicked into high gear. Some 1920s sets, such as the American Caramel releases, are relatively common. Others, though, are much more scarce. Such is the case with the 1928 Star Player … [Read more...] about 1928 Star Player Candy Set a Rare Pre-War Baseball Issue
1930 Hack Wilson Cubs Uniform, Ted Williams Jersey Top Goldin Sale
The buying and selling wasn't over after the National Sports Collectors Convention closed on Thursday night. Goldin Auctions' Premium Live Summer Auction saw 90 high-end lots sell in a live format. A 1930 Hack Wilson Chicago Cubs uniform was the big attraction. The flannel outfit worn by the man who holds baseball's RBI record sold for $382,812. … [Read more...] about 1930 Hack Wilson Cubs Uniform, Ted Williams Jersey Top Goldin Sale
Nearly 2,000 Lots on Block at Goldin Auctions
Every summer, collectors from around the world convene at the National Sports Collectors Convention to buy, sell and admire the largest collection of sports memorabilia under one roof. For the third consecutive year, Goldin Auctions will host the event's official live auction this year in Chicago with 90 lots concluding on July 27. A corresponding 1,835-lot online auction … [Read more...] about Nearly 2,000 Lots on Block at Goldin Auctions