After the invention and widespread use of television, radio became less important in the lives of many Americans. Before TV became a thing, however, radio was absolutely essential and a critical piece of technology for households across the country. In the 1930s, minor league baseball teams capitalized on the popularity of radio, partnering with their local stations for a … [Read more...]
1948 Bowman Baseball Set Launched Post-War Card Market
After a flurry of colorful and interesting issues released just as the Great Depression began to lift in the late 1930s, baseball cards disappeared from the American landscape after 1941 thanks to the ravages and rations of World War II. Seven long years later, and nearly three full years after our troops came home, the 1948 Bowman baseball set gave the hobby a tentative … [Read more...]
Vintage Photo of the Day: Rookie Rizzuto
Our Vintage Photo of the Day from RMY Auctions is this wire service photo from 1941 that shows Phil Rizzuto (or “Phillip” as he’s called on the caption) in his first big league spring training. After being named the minor league player of the year by The Sporting News in 1940, the 23-year-old Scooter joined the big club, making his debut just a few weeks after this photo was … [Read more...]
Homeowner Loses Autographs in Theft
Florida law enforcement officers are on the lookout for over $75,000 worth of sports memorabilia, electronics and expensive tapestries stolen from a home being readied for sale. The Lee County Sheriff's Office says the contractor who was working at the home in the house in Gateway discovered the theft when he showed up Tuesday morning. It's believed the theft may have … [Read more...]
Berra’s 1956 World Series Jersey Brings $564,930
The jersey believed to have been worn by Yogi Berra when he caught Don Larsen's perfect game in the 1956 World Series brought a price of $564,930 in Grey Flannel Auctions' Summer Games sale that closed early Thursday morning. The winning bid included a buyer's premium. The jersey had been consigned by Ron Stevenot, who received it during a Yankee Stadium tryout in 1959. … [Read more...]