Broke in as pitcher but was done by age 26. At 31, launched the mother of all comebacks—learned to hit, returned to bigs, and was a dominant batter over a seven-year stretch. Later on, O’Doul became an idol in Japan, serving as baseball’s goodwill ambassador before and after World War II. In addition, he was a hero in his hometown of San Francisco, where his fame lives on through Lefty O’Doul’s Bar. Bank check, 6 x 2.75, filled out and signed by O’Doul, Lefty, “Frank J. O’Doul,” payable to The Mutual Life of New York for $747.50, April 7, 1952. In very good condition, with cancellation holes and stamp to body, and mild toning to lower portion of check. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.
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