CY YOUNG SIGNED BLACK AND WHITE PHOTOGRAPH
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Denton True "Cy" Young was born on March 29, 1867, in Gilmore, Ohio, and began his professional baseball career in 1890 with the Canton (Ohio) team of the Tri-State League. Over his impressive 22-year career, he played for numerous teams such as the Cleveland Spiders, Boston Americans, and Cleveland Naps, recording an astounding 511 wins, 316 losses, and 2,803 strikeouts. His career records for most wins, innings pitched, games started, and complete games pitched, remain unchallenged to this day. His remarkable career amazes baseball fans worldwide and earned him inductions into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1937, the inaugural class. He passed away on November 4, 1955.Cy Young had a legendary career spanning from 1890 to 1911. Some of his notable career achievements include Winning a record 511 games, a feat that is unlikely to ever be surpassed. Posting a career ERA of 2.63, which is impressive when you consider that he played in a time when the rules and equipment were different. Throwing three no-hitters, including a perfect game in 1904. Winning the Triple Crown of pitching (lead the league in wins, strikeouts, and ERA) five times. Overall, Cy Young was not only an incredible pitcher but also an integral part of baseball history. He was one of the inaugural members of the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1936, and the Cy Young Award, which is given out annually to the best pitcher in each league, is named in his honor. This item has been Professionally custom matted and framed. This item has been Forensically authenticated by Guaranteed Forensic Authenticators and comes with their Letter of Authenticity. Guaranteed Forensic Authenticators Guarantees their Opinion. A complete report of the forensic evaluation is available to any owner of the item current and future.
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CY YOUNG SIGNED BLACK AND WHITE PHOTOGRAPH
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