This lot is closed. Bidding ended on 7/8/2004.
Gene Woodling played the majority of his career with the New York Yankees, including the 1949-53 string of five consecutive World Championship seasons. This bat was used by him in the 1951 World Series when the Yanks beat their cross-town rival Giants. It shows evidence of outstanding game use with ball and hit marks visible on the barrel. The handle shows a slight crack and there is a 1-1/4" piece missing from the top of the barrel. Manufacturer: Hillerich & Bradsby, Model Number: M110, Labeling Period: 1951 World Series, Length: 35, Weight: 32 ounces, Wood: Ash, Finish: Standard. The bat comes with a letter from PSA/DNA.