Hall of Famer George Kell Dies at 86

Very sad news today: Hall of Fame third baseman George Kell died. He was 86.

Mr. Kell played for several different teams including the Red Sox, White Sox, Philadelphia A's, Orioles and Tigers. He hit over .300 eight consecutive years, won the batting title in 1949, led A.L. third basemen seven times in fielding and four times in assists.

Mr. Kell was a very willing signer through the mail. He accepted a very small fee to sign, but I don't know if he refused requests without it. I sent to him several times. He signed a ball and several cards for me. In fact, he signed for my son just a couple of weeks ago.

He was a great player, and a great signer for collectors.

More Returns Today

I got three more returns today and my son got one too.

Roy Face signed his 1960 Topps as well as a 1959 Topps Buc Hill Aces already signed by Bob Friend.


Don Demeter signed his 1961 Topps for me.

Rick Wise signed his 1965 Topps and included a signed card of him as pitching coach for the Lancaster Barnstormers. I had included $5 with my request.

My son received a 2000 Fleer Greats of the Game signed by George Kell. He included $5 with his request.