Baseball Hall of Famer (he was voted in less than one year before his death) and member of the Chippewa tribe who overcame discrimination, including the derisive nickname “Chief,” to become one of the top pitchers of the dead ball era. Vintage 7 x 10 paperstock photo of Bender in his A’s uniform, signed in fountain pen, “‘Chief’ Bender 1953.” In fine condition, with a paperclip impression to left edge. COA Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and R&R COA.
