VSA Auction Ending August 13th 2020

Lot #71:

Kirby Puckett 1993 Branch Rickey Award w/Puckett Family Provenance

Kirby Puckett's 1993 Branch Rickey Award. Kirby was the 2nd player to receive this honor. The Branch Rickey Award was given annually to an individual in Major League Baseball in recognition of his exceptional community service from 1992 to 2014. The award was named in honor of former player and executive Branch Rickey, who broke the major league color barrier by signing Jackie Robinson, while president and general manager of the Brooklyn Dodgers. Award measures 19x24 overall.

** This lot originates from the personal collection of Kirby Puckett and will be accompanied by a signed letter of provenance from the Puckett family. **

(The Kirby Puckett Collection LOA)