In 1955 the New York Yankees met the Brooklyn Dodgers in the World Series for the fifth time. The series went a full seven games, with both teams trading close victories. In Game 7, Dodgers starter Johnny Podres threw one of the best games in World Series history, shutting out the Yankees and winning the first ever World Series MVP Award. Although the Yankees lost, ’55 was the season where their immense talent in the post-DiMaggio era began to coalesce. Mickey Mantle ascended into superstardom, smashing 37 home runs and hitting over .300. Whitey Ford made hitters sing the blues to the tune of 18 victories and a 2.63 ERA. The great Yogi Berra remained a steady presence behind the plate, homering 27 times and knocking in over 100 RBI.

     This Official American League William Harridge baseball has been signed by 29 members of the ’55 Yankees. Hall of Famers Mickey Mantle, Bill Dickey, Casey Stengel, Whitey Ford, Phil Rizzuto, and Yogi Berra have signed this ball, with Berra placing his signature on the sweet spot. Other signatures include Bob Turley, Elston Howard, Frank Crosetti, Johnny Kucks, Bill Skowron, Bob Cerv, Frank Leja, Tommy Byrne, Charlie Silvera, Gil McDougald, Tom Sturdivant, Rip Coleman, Tom Morgan, Irv Noren, Andy Carey, Hank Bauer, Don Larsen, and several more. The signatures have been written in blue pen. This item comes with a LOA from Steve Grad of Beckett Authentication (A81860).

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