Contract, signed “Thurman L. Munson,” six pages on three adjoining sheets, 8.5 x 11, February 21, 1971. American League uniform player's contract in which Thurman Munson agrees to render "skilled services as a baseball player during the year 1971" for the New York Yankees, for a salary of $30,000. Signed at the conclusion in ink by Thurman Munson, American League President Joe Cronin, and New York General Manager Lee MacPhail. In fine condition. Following his Rookie of the Year campaign in 1970, Munson made the first of his seven All-Star teams in 1971. Renowned for his defense and toughness, Munson made only one error all year—when opposing catcher Andy Etchebarren knocked him unconscious in a play at the plate on June 18th, dislodging the ball. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from PSA/DNA.
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