A keen eye for the strike zone kept Elmer Valo in the Big Leagues for 20 seasons, with most of his plate appearances coming as a member of the Philadelphia Athletics. His steady approach at the plate saw him finish with a .282 batting average, and a remarkable .398 on base percentage, thanks in good measure to 942 walks, versus just 284 strikeouts. In his later days, while serving as a scout for the Philadelphia Phillies, Valo remained pretty consistent with the pen as well, as evidenced by the signatures on the offered bundle of (100) checks. Dated between 1990-1997, these crisp checks are drawn on the Citizens Bank & Trust Co., of Palmerton, Pa., with signature strength averaging 8-9. Auction LOA from James Spence/JSA.

Opening Bid $100.