Elmer Valo Autographs, Memorabilia & Collectibles
ELMER VALO
Born: March 05, 1921 in Rybnik, Czechoslovakia
Died: July 19, 1998 in Palmerton, Pennsylvania
Elmer Valo
This article was written by Mel Marmer and is presented in part, courtesy of the Society for American Baseball Research
Elmer William Valo was born in Czechoslovakia but lived the American dream during nearly sixty years in professional baseball. He insisted he was not a "natural athlete," saying, "Being a baseball player is not a glamorous job, it's hard work."[1] In twenty years as a major league player, he reached base as often as Joe DiMaggio.[2]
As teammate Eddie Joost noted in Danny Peary's book, We Played the Game, Valo was a complete player who always put out 100 percent and was well liked. Though not a graceful outfielder, he used his sprinter's speed, superior leaping ability, and sheer determination to make up for any deficiencies. He served as a player representative and goodwill ambassador for the Philadelphia Athletics, and had a lifelong commitment to youth sports as a baseball instructor at clinics and a basketball referee. And he was a popular speaker to youth groups; his theme was always the value of sports and their relationship to freedom and the American way of life.[3]
Al Simmons reportedly said of him, "There is a guy who should never hit less than .340. He has the timing, the coordination and the strength. If he could only learn to relax a little, he'd be great."[4]
This article was written by Mel Marmer and is presented in part, courtesy of the Society for American Baseball Research
Elmer William Valo was born in Czechoslovakia but lived the American dream during nearly sixty years in professional baseball. He insisted he was not a "natural athlete," saying, "Being a baseball player is not a glamorous job, it's hard work."[1] In twenty years as a major league player, he reached base as often as Joe DiMaggio.[2]
As teammate Eddie Joost noted in Danny Peary's book, We Played the Game, Valo was a complete player who always put out 100 percent and was well liked. Though not a graceful outfielder, he used his sprinter's speed, superior leaping ability, and sheer determination to make up for any deficiencies. He served as a player representative and goodwill ambassador for the Philadelphia Athletics, and had a lifelong commitment to youth sports as a baseball instructor at clinics and a basketball referee. And he was a popular speaker to youth groups; his theme was always the value of sports and their relationship to freedom and the American way of life.[3]
Al Simmons reportedly said of him, "There is a guy who should never hit less than .340. He has the timing, the coordination and the strength. If he could only learn to relax a little, he'd be great."[4]
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ELMER VALO - AUTOGRAPH - HFSID 124756Album leaf signed by Elmer Valo, who played Major League Baseball from 1940 to 1961, primarily with the A's. Valo achieved a .282 career batting average and set numerous records, including two bases-loaded triples in a game on May 1, 1949.Price: $70.00
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ELMER VALO - AUTOGRAPH - HFSID 263918Index card signed by Elmer Valo with the signature "Elmer Valo" in blue ink. Valo, a Major League player from 1940 to 1961, is noted for his achievements, including being the first American League player to hit two bases-loaded triples in a game.
Price: $70.00
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ELMER VALO - AUTOGRAPHED SIGNED PHOTOGRAPH - HFSID 279228Photograph of Elmer Valo kneeling on a bat, signed "Elmer Valo". Valo played Major League baseball from 1940 to 1961, achieving a .282 career batting average and notable pinch-hitting records, including games, walks, and times on base.
Sale Price $85.00
$100.00
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ELMER VALO - AUTOGRAPHED SIGNED PHOTOGRAPH - HFSID 283245Signed color photograph of Elmer Valo crouched with a bat in a Yankee uniform, autographed with the inscription "Elmer Valo". Valo, a Major League player from 1940 to 1961, is noted for his significant batting achievements and records.
Price: $120.00
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ELMER VALO - AUTOGRAPHED SIGNED PHOTOGRAPH - HFSID 159088Photograph postcard of Elmer Valo signed with the inscription "Elmer Valo" in blue ink. Valo played Major League Baseball from 1940 to 1961, achieving a .282 career batting average and notable pinch-hitting records later in his career.
Price: $80.00
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ELMER VALO - AUTOGRAPHED SIGNED PHOTOGRAPH - HFSID 164355Photograph postcard of Elmer Valo in his Los Angeles Dodgers uniform, signed in blue ink with "Elmer Valo". Valo played Major League baseball from 1940 to 1961, achieving notable records in hits and pinch-hitting during his career.
Price: $80.00
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ELMER VALO - AUTOGRAPHED SIGNED PHOTOGRAPH - HFSID 164895Postcard photograph of Elmer Valo swinging a bat in his LA Dodgers uniform, signed in blue ink with the text "Elmer Valo." Valo, a Major League player from 1940 to 1961, had notable achievements, including setting pinch-hitting records.
Price: $80.00
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THE BROOKLYN DODGERS - BASEBALL BAT SIGNED WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 354499Baseball bat signed by players from the Brooklyn Dodgers, including Sandy Koufax, Duke Snider, Don Drysdale, and others. Manufactured by the Cooperstown Bat Co., it features a drawing of Ebbets Field with commemorative text.
Sale Price $1,195.00
$1,400.00
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THE BROOKLYN DODGERS - PRINTED ART SIGNED WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 288285Poster of Ebbets Field signed by 10 former Brooklyn Dodgers, including "Johnny Podres," "Andy Pafko," "Elmer Valo," "Tommy Holmes," "Don Newcombe," "Roger Craig," "Joe Pignatano," "Ralph Branca," and "Randy Jackson." Includes one unidentified signature.
Price: $600.00
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THE NEW YORK YANKEES - LITHOGRAPH SIGNED WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 327167Lithograph depicting the front of Yankee Stadium is signed by 69 New York Yankees, including Hank Bauer, Ralph Houk, Gene Woodling, and Bob Turley, along with artist Murray Tinkelman. Limited edition 12/100.
Sale Price $545.00
$650.00
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THE PHILADELPHIA PHILLIES - AUTOGRAPH CIRCA 1956 WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 143977Album leaf signed by Elmer Valo, Curt Simmons, Joe Lonnett, Ron Negray, Jim Greengrass, Marv Blaylock, and Solly Hemus, all players for the 1956 Philadelphia Phillies.
Sale Price $275.00
$340.00
