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Tommy John’s 2002 ALS Association Lou Gehrig Sports Award.
Lot 276. Tommy John’s 2002 ALS Association Lou Gehrig Sports Award. In 1981, John was selected as the recipient of the Lou Gehrig Memorial Award, which is given annually to the Major League Baseball player who best exhibits the character and integrity of Gehrig on and off the field. John considers receiving the award, which remains part of his collection, to be one of his most important achievements. After the death of Catfish Hunter from ALS, John made the disease the focus of his philanthropic work. In 2002, the ALS Association honored him for his support of ALS research, his athletic achievements and his community service. Offered here is the engraved glass award presented to John on Oct. 22. Made in Japan for Tiffany & Co., it is 7.75” tall, 4.5” across and up to 2” deep at the base. David Cone was honored at the benefit program, and sports journalist Dick Schaap was honored posthumously. The program for the benefit is included, along with the 2003 program and a baseball cap from the ALS Association. The award is nm-m. It will be accompanied by a signed “Property of Thomas Edward John” label.
Winning Bid $100.
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