Hall of Fame baseball player (1887–1951), nicknamed “Cocky,” who served as general manager of the Red Sox from 1933 to 1951. Collins, a second baseman whose 3,315 hits placed him in the all-time top ten, ranked Number 24 in a 1999 Sporting News list of the 100 Greatest Players of All Time. DS, signed “Edward Collins,” one page, 8.5 x 11, August 22, 1944. Agreement between the Sacremento Baseball Club and the Boston Club for the assignment of Clem Dreisewerd for the sum of $15,000 and two unnamed players. Signed at the bottom in fountain pen by Collins. In fine condition, with a few creases and small punch hole to top left. Auction LOA Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and R&R COA.