1943 Stan Musial St. Louis Cardinals NL MVP Game-Used Road Flannel Uniform

Stan Musial’s 1943 Game-Worn Uniform: A Piece of Baseball History

A Legendary Career

Stan “The Man” Musial, an iconic figure in the annals of baseball, graced the field for an astounding 22 years with the St. Louis Cardinals. His illustrious career is marked by remarkable achievements, including being a 24-time All-Star, a three-time World Series Champion, and a three-time MVP. Musial’s prowess at the plate earned him the title of a seven-time National League batting champion, with a career batting average of .331. His induction into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1969, during his first year of eligibility, solidified his status as one of the greatest hitters in the history of the game.

The 1943 MVP Season

Musial’s first MVP award came in 1943, a year that showcased his extraordinary talent. Batting an impressive .357, he amassed 48 doubles, 20 triples, and a total of 220 hits in just his second full season. The offered uniform is a testament to this remarkable year, having been conclusively photo-matched to the 1943 World Series against the New York Yankees.

Uniform Details

This historic uniform is a treasure trove of baseball nostalgia, featuring:

• Manufacturer’s Tag: Inside the collar of the jersey is the Rawlings manufacturer’s tag with an attached box tag reading the size “42 REGULAR”.
• Player Identification: Embroidered on the front middle tail is the player name “Musial” in script, with the year “43” in red chain stitching beneath.
• Team Branding: Across the front reads “Cardinals” beneath their iconic “birds on a bat” logo in vibrant red, navy blue, black, and yellow embroidery.
• Player Number: The back of the jersey proudly displays the player number “6” in red on navy blue felt.
• War Patch: A distinctive war patch adorns the left sleeve, adding historical significance.
• Vintage Condition: The uniform exhibits vintage staining throughout, indicative of its storied past.

Pants and Additional Features

The accompanying pants are equally significant, with the Rawlings manufacturer’s tag inside the rear waistband and a box tag reading the size “34 REGULAR”. A felt strip tag adjacent to it reads the player name “S Musial” in script style red chain stitching. The year “43” is also embroidered on the outside front right zipper path in red chain stitching. The belt is included, and the pants show expected vintage aging, including staining and minor holes on both the front and back.

Provenance and Authenticity

This uniform is properly tagged, was presented to us as game-used and in our opinion shows excellent use. It is accompanied by a Photo-Match.com LOA confirming the match. This extraordinary piece of baseball memorabilia is a rare opportunity for collectors to own a fragment of baseball history.

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* This text was generated from the original auction listing.