Fall Premier Auction 2014
Wed, Nov 19, 2014 09:00PM EST - Sun, Dec 7, 2014 12:00PM EST
Timed Auction
Lot 386
BILL "MOOSE" SKOWRON'S 200TH CAREER HOME RUN BASEBALL (AUGUST 8, 1965, WHITE SOX VS. INDIANS) WITH OFFICIAL MLB MILESTONE CERTIFICATE (SKOWRON FAMILY
Sold for
$775.20
Sold Price includes BP
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Bill Moose Skowron launched a total of 211 home runs during his major league career. But one of his most memorable blasts occurred on August 8 1965 in front of 21165 fans at Chicagos Comiskey Park. As the starting first baseman for the White Sox that day Skowron stepped up to the plate against Clevelands Sonny Siebert and launched a solo shot that tied the game at 1-1. Though the ChiSox eventually lost the game that day 6-4 Skowrons moon shot marked the 200th home run of his career. This lot not only includes the official AL home run ball from that day darkened over time and complete with black marker indicating the days events 200 Home Run Sox vs. Cleveland 8-8-65 S. Siebert Pitcher but also the official MLB Milestone Certificate acknowledging Skowrons entry into baseballs 200 Home Run Club with signatures from both American League President Joseph E. Cronin as well as National League President Warren Giles.
Includes Letter of Authenticity from the Skowron Family.
Pre-certified by PSA/DNA.
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