Mickey Vernon Autographs, Memorabilia & Collectibles
MICKEY VERNON
Born: April 22, 1918 in Marcus Hook, Pennsylvania
Died: September 24, 2008 in Media, Pennsylvania
Mickey Vernon (April 22, 1918 – September 24, 2008) was an American Major League Baseball (MLB) first baseman whose career spanned 20 seasons from 1939 to 1960. Born in Marcus Hook, Pennsylvania, Vernon played the majority of his career for the Washington Senators, with additional stints with the Cleveland Indians, Boston Red Sox, Milwaukee Braves, and Pittsburgh Pirates.
A notable left-handed hitter, Vernon won two American League (AL) batting titles, his first in 1946 with a batting average of .353 and his second in 1953 with a .337 average. He was named to seven All-Star teams, in 1946, 1948, 1953, 1954, 1955, 1956, and 1957, attesting to his consistent performance at the plate and his prowess as a first baseman. In total, Vernon amassed 2,495 hits, 131 home runs, and 1,311 RBIs in his MLB career, with a lifetime batting average of .286.
One of Vernon's most significant achievements came during the 1960 season, when he was a player-coach for the Pittsburgh Pirates. Although he played in just nine games that year, he was a part of the team that won the World Series in a dramatic seven-game series against the New York Yankees, highlighted by Bill Mazeroski’s legendary walk-off home run.
After retiring as a player, Vernon transitioned to coaching and managed the expansion Washington Senators from 1961 to 1963, leading the team in its first years after the original Senators relocated to Minnesota and became the Twins. After his managerial stint, Vernon continued to work in various capacities within baseball, including serving as a scout and a hitting instructor for several MLB teams.
A notable left-handed hitter, Vernon won two American League (AL) batting titles, his first in 1946 with a batting average of .353 and his second in 1953 with a .337 average. He was named to seven All-Star teams, in 1946, 1948, 1953, 1954, 1955, 1956, and 1957, attesting to his consistent performance at the plate and his prowess as a first baseman. In total, Vernon amassed 2,495 hits, 131 home runs, and 1,311 RBIs in his MLB career, with a lifetime batting average of .286.
One of Vernon's most significant achievements came during the 1960 season, when he was a player-coach for the Pittsburgh Pirates. Although he played in just nine games that year, he was a part of the team that won the World Series in a dramatic seven-game series against the New York Yankees, highlighted by Bill Mazeroski’s legendary walk-off home run.
After retiring as a player, Vernon transitioned to coaching and managed the expansion Washington Senators from 1961 to 1963, leading the team in its first years after the original Senators relocated to Minnesota and became the Twins. After his managerial stint, Vernon continued to work in various capacities within baseball, including serving as a scout and a hitting instructor for several MLB teams.
1958-1958-MLB-All-Star-Game (in person), 1955-1955-MLB-All-Star-Game (in person), 1949-The-Kid-from-Cleveland (Performer), 1956-1956-MLB-All-Star-Game (in person), 1954-1954-MLB-All-Star-Game (in person), 1953-1953-MLB-All-Star-Game (in person)
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MICKEY VERNON - AUTOGRAPHED SIGNED PHOTOGRAPH - HFSID 164286Color photograph of Mickey Vernon in a Los Angeles Dodgers uniform, signed in blue ink as "Mickey Vernon". This image is likely from 1975 or 1976 during his time as a pitching instructor for the Dodgers.Sale Price $105.00
$120.00
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MICKEY VERNON - AUTOGRAPHED SIGNED PHOTOGRAPH - HFSID 295105Photograph of Mickey Vernon, signed "Mickey Vernon" on his image. Vernon, a notable player for the Washington Senators, holds multiple records and awards, including two American League batting crowns. He later managed the Senators and participated in Major League Baseball events after retirement.
Price: $200.00
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MICKEY VERNON - PRINTED CARD SIGNED IN INK - HFSID 327337Card featuring Mickey Vernon, signed in blue ink with the inscription "Mickey Vernon." Vernon, a notable first baseman for the Washington Senators, holds various major league records, including most games played at first base and lifetime assists.
Price: $100.00
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MICKEY VERNON - TRADING/SPORTS CARD SIGNED - HFSID 21739Sports card signed "Mickey Vernon" shows Vernon in Cleveland Indians colors, printed in 1958. It is a Topps card no. 233, containing 1957 and lifetime stats on the back. Signature is lightly smeared but legible.
Sale Price $105.00
$120.00
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BOSTON RED SOX - AUTOGRAPHED SIGNED BASEBALL CIRCA 1957 WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 112169Baseball signed by Ted Williams and Pinky Higgins on the sweet spot, along with signatures from numerous other players, including Frank Malzone and Jimmy Piersall. Accompanied by PSA/DNA Letter of Authenticity.
Price: $1,200.00
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CURT FLOOD - AUTOGRAPHED SIGNED BASEBALL WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 297734Baseball signed by Curt Flood, Al Oliver, Willie Stargell, Dale Long, Mickey Vernon, Virgil Trucks, and Manny Mota, featuring signatures on a Rawlings Official National League baseball.
Price: $650.00
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THE ST. LOUIS CARDINALS - AUTOGRAPHED SIGNED BASEBALL WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 283397Baseball signed by the 1965 St. Louis Cardinals, including Hall of Famers Red Schoendienst, Bob Gibson, and Steve Carlton. Signatures in blue ink include Ken Boyer and others. Signed by coaches Mickey Vernon and Bob Milliken.
Sale Price $595.00
$700.00
