VSA Auction Ending December 28th, 2023

Lot #69:

Bert Blyleven 1st Win as a Cleveland Indian April 18, 1981 vs Brewers Complete Game Shutout Game Used Final Out Stat Baseball w/Blyleven Signed Letter of Provenance

This lot features Bert Blyleven’s hand written game used stat baseballs from his 1st win as a member of the Cleveland Indians. On April 18, 1981 Blyleven defeated the Brewers 5-0, pitching a complete game shutout, giving up 4 hits and striking out 8.

Blyleven collected these baseballs after the game and personally hand wrote everything pictured on the baseball at that specific time. If he pitched a complete game, these are the actual final out baseballs. All other baseballs are game used from the stated game.

** This lot originates from the personal collection of Bert Blyleven and will be accompanied by a signed letter of provenance from Bert Blyleven. Please know that a portion of your bid will go towards charities supported by Bert and his wife Gayle **