The Pinstripe Dynasty Collection
Mon, May 6, 2019 08:00PM EDT - Sun, Jun 23, 2019 07:44AM EDT
Timed Auction
Lot 257
1969 SYRACUSE CHIEFS LARGE TEAM POSTCARD WITH THURMAN MUNSON
Sold for
$120
Sold Price includes BP
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In June of '68, the New York Yankees' selected Thurman Munson with the number one pick in the amateur Free Agent Draft. Munson's pro career began with brief stints with the Binghamton Triplets in the Eastern League and the Syracuse Chiefs prior to being called up by the Yankees during the '69 season. Munson played so well during the remainder of the '69 season that he won the job of starting catcher in spring training of 1970. He was named the American League Rookie of the Year in 1970 for batting .302 with 7 home runs and 57 RBIs and 80 assists. From the start Munson's leadership by example was apparent. His demeanor and hard-nosed style of play earned him instant respect, and ultimately the position of team captain.
Offered is a 1969 Syracuse Chiefs 5 1/2" by 7" full color postcard featuring the members of the New York Yankees Triple A affiliate, including a very young-looking Thurman Munson. Other past and future Yankees on the team are Hal Reniff, John Ellis, Thad Tillotson, John Cumberland, Jose Vidal, Jim Lyttle, Ron Klimkowski, Rob Gardner, Frank Baker, and Charlie Sands. NM condition.
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