Phil Rizzuto, born on September 25, 1917, in Brooklyn, New York, was a highly respected and beloved professional baseball player and broadcaster. Rizzuto played his entire 13-year career (1941-1956) as a shortstop for the New York Yankees. Despite his diminutive stature, Rizzuto possessed exceptional defensive skills and was known for his quickness, agility, and strong arm. He was a key contributor to the Yankees’ success, helping the team win seven World Series championships. Rizzuto was a five-time All-Star and won the American League MVP award in 1950. After retiring as a player, Rizzuto became a popular television and radio broadcaster for the Yankees, known for his enthusiastic and entertaining style in the booth. He was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1994.

This lot is a Phil Rizzuto baseball card #17 produced by Topps in 1954.

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