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Lot # 152: 1930 Al Simmons, "Touch 'Em All Al" Signs Contract Before the Game and Hits Dramatic Homer

Starting Bid: $25.00

Bids: 19 (Bid History)

Time Left: Auction closed
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Item was in Auction "May Collectors Auction 2020",
which ran from 5/23/2020 11:00 PM to
6/6/2020 8:00 PM



After a big season in 1929 Al Simmons was demanding a raise. He skipped pre-season workouts, never reported for spring training and as of the morning of opening day he was still unsigned. He got together with Connie Mack right before the start of the game however and got a deal done. His response was to hit a dramatic home run to beat the Yankees. The offered sweeping horizontal photograph shows Simmons touching home plate after belting his circuit clout, issued by the International News and stamped on the back with a full paper caption as well (separated but present). A spectacular image in great shape.

Size: 8x10
Designation: Vintage 1
Condition: 4.5/5
Quality: 5/5
Overall Grade: 9.5/10

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