Roger Maris – Autographed & Framed Display

New York Yankees Legend – 61 Home Runs in 1961

This exceptional framed display features a Roger Maris signature, signed “Best Wishes, Roger Maris” in blue ink on a clean cut of white paper. The autograph is mounted beneath a striking black-and-white photograph of Maris in full swing at Yankee Stadium, perfectly capturing his powerful yet disciplined hitting form. The presentation includes black double matting and a vintage oak frame, giving the piece a museum-quality presence.

About Roger Maris:

• Full Name: Roger Eugene Maris

• Born: September 10, 1934

• Died: December 14, 1985

• Position: Outfielder

• Teams: Cleveland Indians, Kansas City Athletics, New York Yankees, St. Louis Cardinals

• Career Highlights:

  • 2× American League MVP (1960, 1961)

  • 7× All-Star

  • 3× World Series Champion (1961, 1962, 1967)

  • Gold Glove Award (1960)

  • American League Home Run Leader (1961, 1962)

  • Hit 61 Home Runs in 1961, breaking Babe Ruth’s long-standing single-season record

  • Jersey #9 retired by the New York Yankees

  • Monument Park Honoree (Yankee Stadium)

Maris’ 1961 season remains one of the most famous in baseball history. Amid immense media pressure and public scrutiny, he surpassed Babe Ruth’s record of 60 home runs — a feat that stood unmatched in the American League for 61 years until Aaron Judge broke it in 2022.

Details:

• Athlete: Roger Maris

• Team: New York Yankees

• Medium: Autographed cut with photo display

• Signature Ink: Blue ballpoint pen

• Inscription: “Best Wishes, Roger Maris”

• Matting: Black with white trim

• Frame: Oak woodgrain with glass front

• Approx. Size: 16" x 20" (framed)

• Condition: Excellent – clean autograph, sharp contrast in photograph, well-preserved matting

Collector’s Note:

Roger Maris autographs are highly collectible and relatively scarce, as he passed away at only 51 years old in 1985. His autograph, especially when personalized and paired with a photo from his Yankees prime, is prized by both baseball historians and memorabilia collectors.