Sponsored. collectibles - by owner, TED WILLIAMS-JOE CRONIN 1941 DOUBLE PLAY BASEBALL CARD-BOSTON RED SOX, it's ok to contact this poster with services or other commercial interests. Cut versions are still desirable, just not nearly as much. Prior to 1941, George Sisler (.420) was the last American Leaguer to hit better than .400 in 1922. So why is it more coveted than some of his older cards? These 4" x 6-3/16" cards don't come up for sale too often and are far more rare than their Play Ball cousins. Theodore Samuel Williams (August 30, 1918 - July 5, 2002) was one of the few people in the world who actually lived out his dream of being remembered as, There goes Ted Williams, the greatest hitter who ever lived. Williams began playing in the sandlots of San Diego and moved on to high school as a pitcher, often striking out a dozen of more batters per appearance. In this mythic season, Joe DiMaggio had his record 56-game hitting streak and Ted Williams hit .406. Please click "report it" to notify admin. He's one of the greats among the small fraternity of all-time greats. Williams' 1941 card is actually a good case study for those who are new to APBA cards. Rations also meant fewer cards were produced. Hence, the reason why Williams shares this card with Hal Smith. Delivery time is estimated using our proprietary method which is based on the buyer's proximity to the item location, the shipping service selected, the seller's shipping history, and other factors. The imagery and coloration gives the card tremendous eye appeal. No matter the label, this is the first major Ted Williams card. 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THE ASSOCIATED PRESS All-STATE TEAMS FROM 1939 TO 2008 In the following section, The PFN Resource Guide has listed the all state teams dating back to the inception of each of the three organizations that named such teams. Astonishingly, despite such a The card featured a small stub along the bottom that collectors could remove and, once they had 50 of them, mail in for a baseball cap of the MLB of their choice. We'll start with Garciaparra, who carried a .400-plus average longer than anyone else (July 20) in the quartet and, fittingly, came the closest in this group to matching the Red Sox legend.Last day at .400: July 20How short was he? Diamond Sports signed on as the "Official Baseball of the American Legion World Series.". "It was something that required a kind of nonstop consistency," Williams said on the 50th anniversary of the feat in 1991. MLB has sponsored Legion Baseball almost since its inception, and Legion Baseball has returned the favor, churning out major league prospects since the alumni base has been old enough to be scouted. $1.39. It can be picked up in Westminster or shipped (extra). Ted Williams hits .406 in 1941 . Williams hit an amazing .406! For additional information, see the Global Shipping Program, TED WILLIAMS 1941 Play Ball Card #14 - Guaranteed authentic - BOSTON RED SOX. Williams actually has two cards in the set. And the drawings of baseball equipment along the bottom border give the card a picture frame look to it. Free shipping for many products! The card was inserted in 1999 Upper Deck Retro. When there were Ted Williams Bowman cards, there weren't any from Topps. The autograph, Williams' first in a trading card product, were not. Chart shows the price of 1941 Williams' [Greatest Year] at the end of each month going back as long as we have tracked the item. Obviously this one is an actual full color photo image of Williams as opposed to artwork since this was the first year Topps produced cards that way. His pitching prowess notwithstanding, Ted signed with the San Diego Padres of the Pacific Coast League and then the Minneapolis Millers of the American Association where he captured his first Triple Crown, hitting .366 with 43 home runs and 142 RBI. Like the 1939 card, there isn't a lot of design to the card outside of the border. Tony Gwynn, 1994: .394Many who watched Mr. Padre during the 1994 season will still argue that he could have topped .400 if his season hadn't been cut short by the players' strike in mid-August. The annual $50,000 donation was pulled, and it looked likely the national tournament would be abandoned indefinitely. It was a major risk for Williams More than half of current major-leaguers played Legion Baseball. 15 hits shy of .400.T6. Usually, you'll find these cards with the tabs missing which makes those with the tabs still intact more valuable. Ted Williams 1941 Play Ball Base Ted Williams 1941 Play Ball Base #14 Price Guide Grade Shop This Card On Ebay Shop This Card Price Graph Last 30 Days (For a longer history use Market Movers ) Ted Williams's baseball cards are available in at least 23 sets. Ted Williams, Joe Cronin prices (Baseball Cards 1941 Double Play) are updated daily for each source listed above. Another difference between the two series is that while series one is found with and without the the 1941 copyright date, the second series does not include any date. Frank Robinson led his Oakland, Calif., team to the only back-to-back national championships in program history. New Listing 2003 Upper Deck Play Ball 1941 card R-List Ted Williams R-1 Opens in a new window or tab. The main differences between the two are the color artwork and removal of the baseball equipment along the bottom border. Five hits shy of joining himself in the .400 club.4. Print defects and centering are tough challenges to overcome making high grade copies very valuable. Certification numbers appear in the lower right of the encapsulated label or on the oval DNA sticker. But since Harris was still signed exclusively with Topps, this was yet another Ted Williams card that had to be pulled from production. On that card, entitled "Ted Signs for 1959", Red Sox GM Bucky Harris is depicted alongside Williams. They added clouds in the sky, too, which was an odd change. As to Ted Williams' 1941 card itself, it's nice to see this card show up long overdue on a Monday. The entire ten-card census can be viewed by clicking the "more" link at the bottom left of the home page census. In addition, the census of any particular card can and does change as new cards are graded and/or discovered. Ted Williams [1941 .406] prices (Baseball Cards 1992 Upper Deck Heroes Ted Williams) are updated daily for each source listed above. However, the overall aesthetic appeal isimproved by having the cards printed in color. Centering is a common issue but it's also well-known that his card will frequently show a small print line that extends from the top of the stadium to his cap on the right side of the card. It's not graded but in great shape-see the pictures. . In essence, 1941 Play Ball Baseball cards are a colorized version of their 1940 counterparts. Check out the latest Stats, Height, Weight, Position, Rookie Status & More of Joe DiMaggio. Naturally, Legion Baseball's alumni base includes some of the sport's most recognizable names. If you reside in an EU member state besides UK, import VAT on this purchase is not recoverable. Stay up to date on all the latest sports card and memorabilia news, articles, and products by subscribing to our newsletter below: document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); Copyright 2008-2023 The Cardboard Connection. Former Vice President Dick Cheney played for Post 2 in Casper, Wyo. Centering and chipping are common concerns on both cards, making high grade copies rather scarce. In 1941, Ted became the first Major League batter since Rogers Hornsby in 1924 to eclipse the elusive .400-mark batting .406 in 143 games and the last to accomplish the feat, though many have made runs. This amount is subject to change until you make payment. The 1960 season would be Ted's last as a player and he still managed to put up a .316 average, 29 homers and 75 RBIgood enough for one last All-Star nomination. This makes it more widely collected than either the 1939 or 1940 sets. Besides the release date, its rarity is its biggest selling point. We do not factor unsold items into our prices. His 1951 Bowman card looks exactly like his Bowman issue from the year before minus a few details. Pre-Owned. #61, 1959 Fleer Ted Williams #16 NM-MT PSA 8 | 1941-Williams' Greatest Year | Collect #16, 1959 FLEER TED WILLIAMS #16 - 1941 - WILLIAMS' GREATEST YEAR - PSA 8 NM/MINT HOF #16, 1959 FLEER TED WILLIAMS #16 1941-WILLIAMS' GREATEST YEAR HOF PSA 9 A3545837-748, 1959 FLEER TED WILLIAMS #16 1941-WILLIAMS' GREATEST YEAR HOF PSA 9 B3393617-323, 1959 FLEER TED WILLIAMS GREATEST YEAR #16 1941-WILLIAMS' PSA 9 A3391681-320, 1959 Fleer Ted Williams #16 1941 Williams Greatest Year PSA 9 MINT, 1959 Fleer Ted Williams #16 1941 Williams' Greatest Year PSA 9 MINT #18637540 #16, 1959 FLEER TED WILLIAMS #16 1941-WILLIAMS' GREATEST YEAR HOF PSA 9 A3182546-909, 1959 Fleer Ted Williams #16 1941 Williams' Greatest Year PSA 9 MINT, 1959 FLEER TED WILLIAMS #16 1941 -- WILLIAMS' GREATEST YEAR ~ PSA 9 #16. Still, the program wasn't in the clear. Bolstered by the set's prestige, the Piece of History 500 Club Ted Williams remains one of his most valuable relics. For additional information, see the Global Shipping Program, This amount includes applicable customs duties, taxes, brokerage and other fees. Though Williams' .406 average was just a footnote in wire-service accounts in 1941, it's status grows more mythical with each passing year. No details about his team, position or name were added to the front but does Ted Williams really need that kind of introduction? SportsCardsPro 2019-2023 Consider Al Simmons' 1930 card (left). Contact him at [emailprotected]. Any value shown for this card with this grade is an estimate based on Fittingly, winners receive a trip to the Hall of Fame in Cooperstown, N.Y., making them the only amateur athletes invited to the exhibit. After losing three prime years to World War II, Ted returned to the Red Sox in 1946 having not lost a step as he batted .342 with 38 home runs and 123 RBI to win his first AL MVP award while also leading Boston to their first World Series appearance since 1918. Although Williams may appear rather serious-looking compared to previous cards, the card still has a warm feel to it given the bright yellow background. In 1933, MLB's funds were sapped dry, and Legion Baseball was left without a sponsor. Larry Walker, 1999: .379Two seasons after claiming the NL MVP Award, Walker followed up with his best season at the plate by average. Recently, the Legion passed a resolution allowing corporate sponsorship, in the hope of creating more financial aid for college. This is one of the Splendid Splinter's most popular cards and it commemorates a special season. The winning team receives a trip to Major League Baseball's World Series, a tradition dating back to 1926. Click on the links or images to shop for cards on eBay. Other players of note includeBill Dickey, Lefty Gomez, Carl Hubbell, Chuck Klein and Mel Ott. If you're a Ted Williams fan or collector, the entire 1959 Fleer Ted Williams set is a can't-miss proposition. With the organization's financial coffers stretched thin from the trip's expenses, the Legion couldn't fund a World Series. Consider this: While DiMaggio batted .409 during his streak, Williams actually bested him with a .412 average during that same span. This is a 1941 Double Play MLB Baseball card-#81 TED WILLIAMS-#82 JOE CRONIN-BOSTON RED SOX. But, for some reason they just don't get the same notoriety. This is one of the final Ted Williams autograph cards to be available in any sort of real quantity. Veteran America, A fitting tribute to trailblazers and visionaries. Over the years, plenty of other major corporations have joined Gatorade in sponsoring Legion Baseball. George Brett, 1980: .390The greatest hitter in Royals history actually began the 1980 campaign 1-for-7, and did not see his average rise above .300 until his last game of May. But since he remained under exclusive contract with Topps, they had to pull his card and replace card #66 with Jim Piersall. But after a red-hot summer, Brett woke up on the morning of Sept. 20 with an even .400 average -- the latest date that anyone on this list was at or above the magical mark. Despite this extraordinary achievement, Ted finished second in AL MVP voting behind Joe DiMaggio, who put together a 56-game hit streak, the longest in Major League history. No other man has hit .400 since 1930. Bowman originally lined up production to have Williams as card #66 in the set. They could be cut off and redeemed for a hat. View cart for details. Or, feel free to call/text me at 305-684-6680! Todd Helton, 2000 .372One year after Walker ignited the Rocky Mountains with his .400 chase, teammate Helton gave it a try. Babe Ruth was too old to join when Legion Baseball started, but he spent the final years of his life promoting the program as its director of operations. In vintage sets, the first card often got the brunt of the handling from either being on the top of a stack or the weight bearer of a rubber band. It has a nice painting of the Splendid Splinter. In 1955, Topps would release cards with horizontal layouts. The cornerstones of the set are Joe DiMaggio and Ted Williams. Like every player in the set, the illustration of Williams is bright and colorful. Buy . Finding one of these in any sort of acceptable condition is going to cost a lot. In Teds induction speech for Cooperstown, Williams became one of the first enshrinees to speak out in favor of Negro League players earning consideration for induction into the Hall of Fame. 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