Yankee

Lou Gehrig Day Signed Photo Brings $108,169

December 20, 2011 By Rich Mueller

What is believed to be the only autographed version of the famous Lou Gehrig Day photograph sold at auction early Saturday for $108,169. An original print from 1939, the photo carried an inscription from the Yankee slugger who had been diagnosed with the disease that would take his life just two years later. Gehrig signatures following his diagnosis in 1939 up to the time of … [Read more...] about Lou Gehrig Day Signed Photo Brings $108,169

Teacher Gives Up Signed Yankee Items to Help Student

January 19, 2011 By Rich Mueller

Bronx native Tony Apuzzi has been collecting autographs for about 15 years. He's accumulated hundreds over the years, with a focus on the Yankees. Signed items may be a passion, but he's also committed to helping young people. Ten years ago, he saw potential in a young sixth grader in his classroom. Not wanting to see her fail in an atmosphere that was challenging at … [Read more...] about Teacher Gives Up Signed Yankee Items to Help Student

A rare autographed baseball from the 1920s Yankee dynasty was on the block this week and drawing a lot of interest. When the eBay clock struck zero this three signature ball was at over $38,000-- not enough to meet the reserve price. … [Read more...] about Ruth, Gehrig, Huggins ball misses reserve