This lot is closed. Bidding ended on 5/21/2006.
At the age of 25, he embarked on a major league pitching career that would include seven 20-win seasons over a nine-year span. The right-handed ace became a key factor in Cleveland's 1948 and 1954 pennant drives, posting records of 20-14 and 23-7, respectively. After his playing days, Lemon became a successful manager, leading the Yankees to the World Championship in 1978. On the left front tail of the jersey is the "Wilson" manufacturers size 46 tag with wash instructions. Inside the back collar is a embroidered strip tag with "Lemon 76 1". Across the front of the jersey is "NEW YORK." On the back of the jersey is the player number "21." All lettering and numbering is done in navy blue on white tackle twill. The jersey shows wear and appears to have no alterations of any kind.