This lot is closed. Bidding ended on 6/28/2018.
Vida Blue won the American League Cy Young Award and MVP Award in 1971. He is a six-time All-Star, three-time World Champion and is one of only four pitchers in major league history to start the All-Star Game for both the American and National Leagues. The Oakland A’s added player numbers to the front of their jerseys following the 1972 regular season in preparation for the playoffs and ultimately a World Series Championship. Inside the front tail is the McAuliffe manufacturer’s tag. Above is the year “1972” and below is the size “42”. Inside the front right tail is a washing instructions tag. On the left chest is the team “A’s” logo. Adjacent and on the back is the player number “35”. These numbers and letters are done in white on green tackle twill. There are spot reinforcements to the rear numerals done by the team. Across the back is the player name “BLUE” in green tackle twill. This jersey is properly tagged, was presented to us as game-used and in our opinion shows outstanding use. This is the best Vida Blue in the hobby. Accompanied by a LOA from Photo-Match.com confirming the match.