Robert LeRoy “Satchel” Paige pitched more than 2,500 games in a colorful career that began in 1926. Known for his legendary fastball and quick wit, he played 22 years in the Negro Leagues before joining the Cleveland Indians in 1948. Satchel pitched his final major league game in 1965.

This Keepsake Ornament series salutes the great American pastime and features a different player each year. Highlights of the player’s career appear on the back of the design.

Description

3rd in the series.

On ornament: SATCHEL PAIGE.Year-dated: '96.
Career highlights (on back):
- Pitched more than 2,500 games
- 22 Years in Negro Leagues
- Oldest Major League Rookie 1948
- Oldest Major League Pitcher 1965
- Elected to Hall of Fame 1971

  • Artist: Dill Rhodus
  • Released: 1996
  • Retail Price: $12.95 USA
  • Material(s):
  • Dimensions: 3.375" dia.
  • SKU: QX5304
  • Produced in: China
  • Production Date(s): 

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This series celebrates the great American pastime and features a different, legendary player each year.

Description

3rd in the series.
On ornament: SATCHEL PAIGE.Year-dated: '96.
Career highlights (on back):
- Pitched more than 2,500 games
- 22 Years in Negro Leagues
- Oldest Major League Rookie 1948
- Oldest Major League Pitcher 1965
- Elected to Hall of Fame 1971

  • Artist: Dill Rhodus
  • Released: 1996
  • Retail Price: $12.95 USA
  • Material(s):
  • Dimensions: 3.375" dia.
  • SKU: QX5304
  • Produced in: China
  • Production Date(s): 

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This series celebrates the great American pastime and features a different, legendary player each year.