Pitcher whose famous deadly fastball earned him the nickname “Big Train,” he was one of the first five original Hall of Fame inductees in 1936. In 1999, the Sporting News named him the fourth greatest player—the highest-ranked pitcher—of all time. Check, 6.25 x 3, filled out in another hand and signed by Johnson, payable to Gem Laundry for $5.89, July 17, 1941. Check is housed in a PSA/DNA certified authentic plastic holder, grading the signature a “9.” In fine condition, with a diagonal crease to upper left and mild show-through from bank stamps on reverse. R&R COA.
