Though in 1965 the Yankees were headed for their first prolonged downturn since "Babe" Ruth was pitching for the Red Sox, they still fielded many of the great players who dominated the early 1960s, by winning 5 AL pennants, and back-to-back World Series championships in 1961 and 1962. Their biggest stars of the period are collected, with this 1965 Manny's Baseball Land New York Yankees Picture Set. Populated with (10) 8-1/2 x 11" player photos, this complete set was sold directly across the street from the original Yankee Stadium, at Manny's Baseball Land, a sporting goods and souvenir shop located on River Avenue in the Bronx, and it was also available by mail. Featured players are: Mickey Mantle, Roger Maris, "Whitey" Ford, Joe Pepitone, Bobby Richardson, Elston Howard, Clete Boyer, Mel Stottlemyre, Tom Tresh, and Roger Repoz. Condition averages Vg to Vg-Ex. Accompanying, is the original retail envelope, stamped on the front with "10 Yankee Pictures 8x10 75¢".



 

Also present, is a 1962 Yankees Picture Pack complete set of (12). Unless noted, these pleasing 5x7 photos range Ex to Nm, with: Ralph Houk, Mickey Mantle, Roger Maris, “Yogi” Berra, “Whitey” Ford, Elston Howard, Bobby Richardson, Tony Kubek, Clete Boyer, Tom Tresh, Ralph Terry with irregularly trimmed bottom edge, and Bill Stafford. Accompanying is the original souvenir stand envelope in moderately toned, but fairly crisp condition. Coming off what was arguably the greatest season in baseball history, this squad was riding high, as MLB champions. Opening Bid $50.