This bad boy arrived today, courtesy of Clean Sweep Auctions (whose prices are always reasonable, in my experience). I love this piece because it is from Satchel's epic 1948 season with the Indians, and it is way more affordable than the '49 Bowman...

Sports Memorabilia

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1948 World Champs CLE Indians

Cleveland Indians

Negro League

Satchel Paige

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