Description: This 1935 National Chicle Diamond Stars trading card features Hall of Fame star, ROBERT "RED" ROLFE, a major league baseball player who played for the New York Yankees. The card is part of the R327 set and is a card number of 29. It was manufactured by National Chicle Co. in the 1930s and is a great addition to any sports trading card collection. The card is in good condition and has been graded by PSA, ensuring its authenticity and value. Card will be shipped in quality double bubble envelopes. No returns on graded cards. Robert Abial “Red” Rolfe (October 17, 1908 - July 8, 1969) played third base for the New York Yankees’ “Bronx Bombers” led by Lou Gehrig, Joe DiMaggio, Bill Dickey, Lefty Gomez and Red Ruffing. From 1936-1939, the Yankees captured the American League pennants and World Series titles, winning 16 games and losing only 3 during that span. He was a member of two more pennant winner in 1941-1942 capturing the 1941 World Series over Brooklyn, but losing the 1942 Fall Classic to the Cardinals. Rolfe batted above the .300-mark four times in his ten year career with the Yankees (1931, 1934-1942) enjoying his greatest success in 1939 when he led the AL in hits (213), runs scored (139) and doubles. From 1935-1941, Rolfe topped the 100 hit mark in each of his seasons as a regular. Red Rolfe retired after 10 years posting a .289 career batting with 1,394 hits including 257 doubles, 942 runs, 69 home runs and 497 RBI. After retiring from everyday playing, Red became the head baseball coach at Yale. Rolfe managed four seasons with the Detroit Tigers compiling a 278-256 record in 539 games and nearly upset the New York Yankees in 1950 for the American League pennant.
Price: 70 USD
Location: Bloomington, Illinois
End Time: 2024-11-11T22:26:04.000Z
Shipping Cost: 6 USD
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Restocking Fee: No
Return shipping will be paid by: Seller
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 14 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Type: Sports Trading Card
Sport: Baseball
League: Major League Baseball (MLB)
Set: 1934-36 National Chicle Diamond Stars
Manufacturer: National Chicle
Features: Insert
Player/Athlete: Red Rolfe
Grade: 4
Professional Grader: Professional Sports Authenticator (PSA)
Insert Set: R327
Card Number: 29
Season: 1935