This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 4/28/2019
The New York Yankees are the most devoted franchise to celebrating its former players who have since retired. Each year the Yankees invite several dozen former ballplayers, including many greats and fan favorites, to be introduced to the crowd. Former coaches and managers, trainers, and broadcasters also participate in the festivities. Hall of Famers and special honorees cap the celebration, with those of the highest standing introduced last. Then participating old-timers are split into two teams, often called the Clippers (after the legendary Joe DiMaggio, the "Yankee Clipper") and the Bombers (homage to the team's legacy as the "Bronx Bombers"), to face one-another in a short exhibition contest.
Offered here is an incredible lot of ten original New York Yankees Old-Timer’s Day programs each signed by Mickey Mantle in bold blue sharpie on the front cover. All signatures appear to be perfect (10/10) examples and the programs themselves are NM-MT. Includes the following years; 1965, 1967, 1968, 1971, 1972, 1973, 1975, 1976, 1979 and 1983. Pre-certified by PSA/DNA.