1951 Willie Mays Minneapolis Millers Jersey, Antiques Roadshow

1951 Willie Mays Minneapolis Millers Jersey, Antiques Roadshow

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Appraisal: 1951 Willie Mays Millers Jersey

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History:  As the Double-A affiliate for the New York Giants, the ‘51 Millers began the season with a star young centerfielder named Willie Mays (#8). In only 35 games, Mays became so popular in Minneapolis that when the Giants called him up to the Major Leagues, the club took out ads in the local Minneapolis newspaper apologizing to local fans for taking away their young phenom, who would go on to win the 1951 National League Rookie of the Year.

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Appraisal: 1951 Willie Mays Millers Jersey

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Appraisal: 1951 Willie Mays Millers Jersey

Appraisals, Antiques Roadshow

Appraisal: 1951 Willie Mays Millers Jersey

Appraisal: 1951 Willie Mays Millers Jersey

Appraisal: 1951 Willie Mays Millers Jersey

Did you know Willie Mays played for the Minneapolis Millers?

1951 Willie Mays Minneapolis Millers Original News Photograph,, Lot #81889