This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 10/10/2021
The New York Yankees secured the second of what would be a run of three straight World Series titles in 1999 with a sweep of the Atlanta Braves. New York, which won the American League East title with a record of 98-64, lost just three postseason games en route to its 25th World Series championship that year. This spectacular size 48 Russell Athletic jersey, includes 30 Bronx Bombers’ signatures in felt tip marker ink, including Mariano Rivera (World Series MVP), David Cone, legendary shortstop Derek Jeter and manager Joe Torre. Other signatures: Willie Randolph, Shane Spencer, Orlando Hernandez, Roger Clemens, Andy Pettitte, Tino Martinez, Bernie Williams, Joe Girardi, Paul O’Neill, Mike Stanton, Chuck Knoblauch, Jose Cardenal, Ricky Ledee, Darryl Strawberry, Clay Bellinger, Jeff Nelson, Don Zimmer, Jim Leyritz, Chad Curtis, Luis Sojo, Ramon Mendoza, Mel Stottlemyre, Jorge Posada, Tony Cloninger (bullpen coach), Chris Chambliss and Jason Grimsley, . The jersey features a 1999 World Series patch on the right sleeve and the No. 5 with black band on the left sleeve honoring Yankees great Joe DiMaggio. The back of the jersey has Derek Jeter’s No. 2. Accompanied by a full Letter of Authenticity from Beckett Authentication Services (BAS).