Red Sox 1912 World Series trophy to be auctioned

Red Sox 1912 World Series trophy to be auctioned

Oct 12, 2008 | Auctions, Collectibles, Sports Collectibles

Red Sox 1912 World Series trophy to be auction at Guernsey’s auction house in New York

MassLive.com
Friday, October 10, 2008
By GARRY BROWN

“They hold the franchise record for the best season in Boston Red Sox history with a 105-47 record.

They were led by Smoky Joe Wood, whose 34-5 record, 1.91 earned run average and 10 shutouts constitute the greatest one-season performance by a Red Sox pitcher.

Next week, a trophy the team earned for winning the 1912 World Series will go on the auction block in New York City.”

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