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Lot Number: 474
Description: 1971 Gil Hodges New York Mets professional model home Manager's jersey. Gil Hodges took over the reigns of a struggling New York Mets club in 1968 and lead them to a 9th place finish in the National League. Under normal circumstances this would be no notable feat, however the Mets, in their short existence to that point, had redefined poor play, not once finishing a season in anything better than dead last place. In 1969 he did what most thought was unthinkable piloting the "Miracle Mets" to a World Series Championship and he would remain at the helm for another two seasons. Pinstriped home flannel jersey has "Mets" team name lettered across the front in scripted logo font with number "14" below. Number also appears on back and a Mets skyline logo patch is present on left sleeve. "Spalding Professional" manufacturer's tag on front tail with adjacent size "46" and year "71" tags. Embroidered strip tag in collar reads "14 46 Set 1 71" denoting player, size, set number, and year, respectively. Jersey displays evident usage wear but remains exceptionally well preserved overall. Includes LOA from Hunt Auctions: EXEstimated Price Range: ($15,000-$20,000)
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