When the Yankees won three straight pennants in 1921–23, Pipp was their solid, sure-handed first baseman. When they again won three in a row in 1926–28, he read about it in the Cincinnati Enquirer. In 1925, his eleventh Yankee year, he had asked for a day off because of a headache. A beaning in practice a few days later prolonged his hiatus. By the time he was fit, Lou Gehrig owned his position (for 2,130 consecutive games). Vintage fountain pen signature and inscription, “Wally Pipp, Best wishes to Bert,” on an off-white card. Matted and framed with two photos of Pipp and biographical information, to an overall size of 21 x 17.25. In fine condition. JSA/Mike Gutierrez Auction LOA and RRAuction COA.
