Is this Ted Williams and Billy Martin real?

[joed25]

I really appreciate the expert advice of the members on this forum especially Jim. Another question if thats ok, I am looking to purchace a few baseballs from someone and I have a tough time with Ted Williams autos and I'v never owned a Billy Martin. Thank you for all your help.
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[GrayGhost]

Im a novice, but both looks good to me. Esp the Billy, really nice

[JimStinson]

Its just an opinion but they both look the way they are supposed to look , one thing to think about is that Williams tended to lean toward the left of the sweet spot when signing a ball which he did with his RIGHT hand. Did you know that Ted was a NATURAL right hander ? He did everything right handed except hit. So the greatest left handed hitter of all time was a NATURAL rightie. When they asked Williams why that was so he said he did not have a clue. he said the first time he ever picked up a bat and swung at a ball was from a left handed stance.
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[mr2686]

Jim, I always assumed he signed with his left hand and even when getting in person autos from him I guess I just didn't pay attention. Of course, it was easy to do when standing before a larger than life individual. Dug up this old photo and sure enough...

[jgmp123]

:DMike is that you with that righteous beard? Love it man!

[mr2686]

Yep, that's me. Still got the beard but it's alot more grey!

[jgmp123]

I love it man. I wish I had the chance to shake Mick and Ted's hands...Must of been a surreal moment.

[JimStinson]

He threw right handed too and like "Casey" used to say "You can look it up":)
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[JimStinson]

Am I the only one that noticed this ...but the guy looking over Williams shoulder looks alot like "Son of Sam"

[mr2686]

That explains the guy bringing a dog to the show:eek:

[joed25]

Once again, Thank you Jim for sharing your wisdom.