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Satchel Paige (D. 1982) was a legendary storyteller and one of the most entertaining pitchers in baseball history. A tall, lanky fireballer, he was arguably the Negro leagues' hardest thrower, most colorful character and greatest gate attraction. In the 1930s, the well-traveled pitcher barnstormed around the continent, baffling hitters with creatively named pitches such as the Bat Dodger and Hesitation Pitch. In 1948, he was sold to Cleveland on his 42nd birthday, becoming the oldest rookie in the Major Leagues while helping the Indians win the pennant.

Offered is a gorgeous original TYPE 1 snapshot photo that measures 3-1/2" x 4-7/8" in size. This photo was taken in Cooperstown during the Baseball Hall of Fame Induction Weekend from the mid – 1970s.  Finding original photos of Negro Leaguers pre-1980 are seldom seen. Period Kodak markings on the back of the photo.

*NOTE* we’ve shown an enhanced image (the darker image) of the back for you to view the Kodak markings on the back.